Author · United Kingdom
J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling is a British author best known for writing the Harry Potter fantasy series, one of the best-selling book series in history.
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1965 — 1997Career timeline
- 1965
Born in Yate, England
- 1997
Publishes the first Harry Potter novel
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Updated September 13, 2026Biography
Career
Joanne Rowling published Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 1997. The seven-book series became a global publishing phenomenon and spawned a major film franchise. She has also written crime novels under the pen name Robert Galbraith.
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Common questionsFrequently asked
What is J.K. Rowling famous for?
She is famous for writing the Harry Potter series of fantasy novels.
