Why I Believe the “Harry Potter” Books Are America’s Greatest Reads
The “Harry Potter” series is a finalist in the PBS series “The Great American Read.” Here’s why we think it should win.
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by Emily Hedrick · Published September 6, 2018 · Last modified March 9, 2021
The “Harry Potter” series is a finalist in the PBS series “The Great American Read.” Here’s why we think it should win.
Harry isn’t the brains of the series, but his intelligence and intuition have saved his friends many times. Join the conversation on why Harry should be appreciated for who he is!
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by Emily Hedrick · Published May 24, 2018 · Last modified March 9, 2021
How can bookstores and libraries reconjure the magic of “Harry Potter” midnight release parties?
Rereading the “Harry Potter” novels with the knowledge of Dumbledore’s past in mind, certain moments take on a deeper meaning because they allude to his past with Grindelwald.
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by Kris Keall · Published July 6, 2017 · Last modified October 7, 2021
Will the “Harry Potter” series ever be considered classics, or do they transcend even that form of immortality?
by MuggleNet · Published September 4, 2016 · Last modified November 2, 2016
Trivia time! Here are nine questions to test your knowledge of the differences between the “Harry Potter” books and the “Harry Potter” movies!
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by Mikaela Renshaw · Published August 3, 2016 · Last modified March 9, 2021
A large part of my generation grew up with the “Harry Potter” books. Some thought they were interesting, but nothing more. Others couldn’t help falling in love with them. For me, that love has only grown stronger.
by MuggleNet · Published September 25, 2015 · Last modified November 7, 2022
BuzzFeed and non-“Harry Potter” fans, the reason we Potterheads always talk about the series is because we are so enthusiastic about it, and we want to share our enthusiasm with others! So whether you’re reluctant to read the series like I was years ago, or whether you’ve never wanted to give it a chance because everyone seems to love it, here are my reasons why I wholeheartedly believe everyone should read the “Harry Potter” series.
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by MuggleNet · Published September 19, 2015 · Last modified March 9, 2021
Thank you, Hermione Granger—not for being the brightest witch of your age, but for teaching me valuable life lessons that I continue to remember to this day. Thank you for giving me a friend during the “Harry Potter” series. Thank you for being you.
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