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NAVIGATE THIS PAGE: The Original Novels and Their Movies | How Harry Potter Supercharged Supernatural YA | Have a Hogwarts Holiday | See my larger Harry Potter Collection on Bookshop >>
NAVIGATE THIS PAGE: The Original Novels and Their Movies | How Harry Potter Supercharged Supernatural YA | Have a Hogwarts Holiday | See my larger Harry Potter Collection on Bookshop >>
ORIGINAL NOVELS & FILMS
HOW HARRY POTTER SUPERCHARGED SUPERNATURAL YA
Let's be clear. Harry Potter was not the first young adult book to deal with the supernatural... or even the first to depict teen characters as having magical powers. Books like The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, and the A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin had been entrancing young readers with tales of witches, witchcraft and magic realms for decades. However, J.K. Rowling's modern masterpieces not only built a vast and cohesive world hidden behind 1990s-era England, but infused it with relatable characters with real-world teen problems.
However, J.K. Rowling's modern masterpieces not only built a vast and cohesive world hidden behind 1990s-era England, but infused it with relatable characters with real-world teen problems.
Seven novels published over the course of a decade allowed reader to not only dive into Harry's magical world, but watch and and his friends struggle through adolescence — which I think most would agree is difficult enough without adding an evil sorcerer bent on world domination. It also blew up the thirst for supernatural YA books, inspiring innumerable imitators.
Let's be clear. Harry Potter was not the first young adult book to deal with the supernatural... or even the first to depict teen characters as having magical powers. Books like The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, and the A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin had been entrancing young readers with tales of witches, witchcraft and magic realms for decades. However, J.K. Rowling's modern masterpieces not only built a vast and cohesive world hidden behind 1990s-era England, but infused it with relatable characters with real-world teen problems.
However, J.K. Rowling's modern masterpieces not only built a vast and cohesive world hidden behind 1990s-era England, but infused it with relatable characters with real-world teen problems.
Seven novels published over the course of a decade allowed reader to not only dive into Harry's magical world, but watch and and his friends struggle through adolescence — which I think most would agree is difficult enough without adding an evil sorcerer bent on world domination. It also blew up the thirst for supernatural YA books, inspiring innumerable imitators.
Harry Potter has no idea how famous he is. That's because he's being raised by his aunt and uncle who are terrified Harry will learn that he's really a wizard, just as his parents were.
In Harry's second year at Hogwarts, fresh torments arise, including an outrageous new professor, a spirit who haunts the girls' bathroom, and the unwanted attentions of Ron's sister, Ginny.
Harry can't wait to get back to school after the summer holidays. But the atmosphere at Hogwart's is tense when it's revealed there's an escaped mass murderer on the loose...
Harry wants to go to the International Quidditch Cup with his friends and his crush and find out about the mysterious competition that hasn't happened for a hundred years.
Why is Harry waking up screaming in terror? It's not just the upcoming exams; a venomous, disgruntled house-elf; or even the growing threat of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named. It's something much bigger.
The war against Voldemort is not going well; Dumbledore is absent for long stretches of time; and the Order of the Phoenix has suffered losses. And then Harry receives help from the mysterious Half-Blood Prince.
Harry has been burdened with a dark, dangerous and seemingly impossible task: that of locating and destroying Voldemort's remaining Horcruxes. Never has Harry felt so alone...
BOOK BOX SETS
All seven bestselling Harry Potter books are available in stunning boxed sets! This is the ultimate Harry Potter collection for Harry Potter fans of all ages!
PAPERBACK BOX SET
ILLUSTRATED BOX SET
HARDBACK BOX SET
All seven bestselling Harry Potter books are available in stunning boxed sets! This is the ultimate Harry Potter collection for Harry Potter fans of all ages!
PAPERBACK BOX SET
ILLUSTRATED BOX SET
HARDBACK BOX SET
FILM VAULT COMPLETE MOVIE SET
Experience the magical adventure of Harry Potter with the complete set of theatrical films starring Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. Rated PG-13.
Experience the magical adventure of Harry Potter with the complete set of theatrical films starring Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. Rated PG-13.
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HAVE A HOGWARTS HOLIDAY!The snow is falling. The candles are lit. There's music rising from the Great Hall.
No matter how you celebrate (or don't), the winter season and its holidays can be pretty magical... especially if you're a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. These books and other gift ideas are specifically chosen to put a little "Hogwart's Holiday" in your festivities this year! Whether you like to read, cook, bake, or do a variety of arts and crafts, there are plenty of options here pulled from the Wizarding World. If you want even more, see my larger Harry Potter's Magical World Collection on Bookshop. |
Celebrate like Harry, Ron, and Hermione with 50+ recipes inspired by celebrations in the Harry Potter films! Features full color photos and step-by-step instructions.
Plan the perfect Harry Potter–themed party with this official entertaining guide, featuring a treasury of crafts, projects, party foods, and activities.
Bring the warmth and magic of the Harry Potter films into your home with over 25 official Wizarding World crafts, home projects, and recipes.
Lead LEGO Harry Potter characters through a year at Hogwarts with this amazing new activity box format. Featuring 3 minifigures, minibuilds, and a pop-up play diorama.
Filled with imaginative projects, this official book of craft activities channels the magic of the Wizarding World into your home. Over 25 crafts covering a range of skills.
Introducing the first official Harry Potter knitting book—a deluxe guide to creating over 25 authentic Harry Potter knits based on the iconic films.
A unique collection of more than 20 magical paper crafts inspired by the Harry Potter films, from DIY pop-up creations to paper-cut decorations.
Delight in 43 tasty recipes inspired by the Harry Potter films! This book is packed with mouthwatering recipes that will ensnare the senses.
Ever wanted to fold your own Howler? Experience the Wizarding World like never before with this 112-page guidebook! Packed with step-by-step instructions,
This gorgeous book is packed with full-color photography and over 40 recipes — both savory and sweet — fit for a Hogwarts feast!
30+ easy-to-complete watercolor projects featuring fan-favorite characters, creatures, places, and icons from the films.
Celebrate the holidays at Hogwarts with this interactive pop-up book and advent calendar. This is a one-of-a-kind book that re-creates the iconic Great Hall and more!
Celebrate the holidays with Harry, Ron, and Hermione with this magical advent calendar book filled with surprises, unique keepsakes, and collectibles!
Enter the festive world of Hogwarts for a spellbinding winter holiday. Celebrate the season with your favorite LEGO Harry Potter minifigures and join them for a feast in the Great Hall.
The snowy Great Hall festooned with Christmas trees, the elaborate Yule Ball, Mrs. Weasley's holiday sweaters —Christmas at Hogwarts is filled with magic and wonder.