• J.K. Rowling is an accomplished British author and producer
  • She is known for writing the "Harry Potter" book series
  • Rowling became a self-made billionaire thanks to her work

Did you know that Joanne Rowling, better known as J.K. Rowling, decided to finish and publish "Harry Potter" at one of the worst times in her life? When she made the decision, she was a single mother that was going through many difficulties, barely surviving and with a terrible depression...

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Through The Years With J.K. Rowling
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On a trip from Manchester to London, she suddenly came up with the character of "Harry Potter". According to Joanne, this idea came out of nowhere and with it came the story and characters. In 1995, Rowling finished her manuscript for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone on an old typewriter, and the rest is history! Watch the video above to learn more!