Six Small Acts of Bravery from Cowardly Characters
Rowling teaches us that you don’t always have to be a hero (or a Gryffindor) to be brave.
Byline: Sophia Jenkins
17 of the Best “Harry Potter” Insults for Every Occasion
Are you tired of your Shakespearean insults? Need some fresh material? Look no further than the pages of your favorite book series.
Seven Times Fred and George Were Actually Sincere
Fred and George may love a joke, but they’re always serious about their friends and family.
Six of the Most Useless Spells Taught at Hogwarts
I know we’d all love to be a wizard and study at Hogwarts, but not all magic is worth its time to learn.
Is Gender Bias Different in the Wizarding World?
In many ways, the wizarding world is far ahead of Muggles in terms of gender equality, but Voldemort’s regime still manages to uphold the patriarchy.
Why Do People in the Wizarding World Get Married So Young?
If wizards live longer than Muggles, why do they get married so young?
Eight “Harry Potter” Women Who Fearlessly Take Charge of Their Love Lives
The women in “Harry Potter” don’t wait around for men to make the first move – which is good news, since if they did, nothing would ever happen.
The Hunt for Happiness: What Harry Gives Up to Cast a Patronus
Harry’s fight to produce a Patronus, and the ways he self-sabotages, mirror my own struggle with depression.
Mentoring Through the Madness: How Lupin Helps Harry Even When He’s Hurting
Lupin may not be an expert at fighting his own Dementors, but he’s still willing to mentor Harry in his struggle against their powers.
