J. K. Rowling

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The Boy Who Lives On: Harry Potter’s Place in Popular Culture

By Patrick Schabe

Harry Potter flew so high in popular cultural consciousness not by some force of magic, but by the simple, sometimes thrilling machinations of pop culture. [31 July 2007]

Classic Harry

By Carlin Romano

With six novels down, at least one to come, J.K. Rowling has elevated herself to among the masters of children's literature. [20 July 2007]

Harry Potter and the judgment of posterity

By Chauncey Mabe

Now that the conclusion of the seven-book Harry Potter saga is finally upon us, it is not too early to begin placing J.K. Rowling's creation into literary perspective. The Lords of High Culture, not surprisingly, have examined Harry and found him wanting.

Harry Potter and the last hurrah

By Alan Cochrum

When it comes to perceptiveness, I cannot claim the talent of Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore. But here are a few thoughts on what readers might -- or might not, or should, or should not -- encounter in Harry's last hurrah.

Can Harry Potter conjure a generation of writers? Or, at least, readers?

By John Mark Eberhart

Six years from now, experts believe, some of those youngsters will be writing fantasy and science fiction novels themselves. And if America is really lucky, the Potter generation might be more literate than the one that preceded it.

The end is near

By Christopher Kelly

Below, you'll find a spellbinding guide to all of the major characters and conflicts so far -- and what big questions should be answered in Book Seven.

What awaits the literary world beyond the Deathly Hallows?

By Natasha Derrick

No matter what is following on Harry Potter's heels, Rowling has left a legacy of children's writing to which all fantasy newcomers will be compared.

Harry Potter death odds

By Chauncey Mabe

Based on remarks made by Rowling, fans are expecting two important characters to die, but it could be more. Here is a rundown on Harry and other principals, along with the odds on their demise.