J.K.
Rowling (full name: Joanne Kathleen Rowling) is a British author best
known for writing the Harry Potter series, one of the most successful and
influential book franchises in modern history.
Early Life:
 Born on July 31, 1965, in Yate, England.
 From a young age, she loved writing stories and reading books.
 She attended the University of Exeter, where she studied French and the
   Classics.
The Birth of Harry Potter:
 The idea for Harry Potter came to her in 1990 while on a train from
   Manchester to London.
 Over the next several years, she developed the magical world of Hogwarts
   and wrote the first book, often working in cafes while facing personal and
   financial challenges.
 Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (renamed Sorcerer’s Stone in the
   U.S.) was published in 1997 after multiple rejections from publishers.
The Harry Potter Series:
 The series includes seven books, released between