Joanne Rowling
- Born
- 31 July 1965, Yate, Gloucestershire, England
- Nationality
- British
- Profession(s)
- Author, screenwriter, producer, philanthropist
Early Life and Education
- Attended St Michael's Primary School and Wyedean School and College.
- Studied French and Classics at the University of Exeter, graduating in 1987.
- Worked as a researcher and bilingual secretary for Amnesty International in London.
Career and Major Achievements
- Conceived the idea for the Harry Potter series on a train journey from Manchester to London in 1990.
- Published Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 1997, the first in the seven-book series.
- The Harry Potter series achieved unprecedented global success, selling over 500 million copies worldwide.
- Expanded her writing with adult novels such as The Casual Vacancy and the Cormoran Strike detective series (under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith).
- Co-wrote the screenplay for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) and its sequels.
- Founded the charitable organization Lumos to support children living in institutions.
Notable Works
- The Harry Potter series (1997-2007)
- The Casual Vacancy (2012)
- The Cormoran Strike series (2013-present) (as Robert Galbraith)
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (screenplay, 2016)
- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (screenplay, 2018)
- Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (screenplay, 2022)
Legacy and Impact
As detailed in her jk rowling author bio
, Joanne Rowling is considered one of the most influential authors of her generation, revitalizing children's literature and inspiring a global readership. The Harry Potter series has had a profound cultural and social impact, influencing art, film, and education worldwide.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | Screenwriter, Producer |
| 2018 | Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald | Screenwriter, Producer |
| 2022 | Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore | Screenwriter, Producer |