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J.K. Rowling

Joanne Rowling, aka J.K. Rowling, went from rags to riches after coming up with the idea for the Harry Potter series on a train in 1990. Her first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, was published in June 1997. Ask any questions dealing with the author herself, but please place Harry Potter questions in their designated category.

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Who is Rowling's mom?

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Asked by Jaycee Emard

J.K. Rowling's mom was Anne Rowling.

When did Rowling become famous?

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Asked by Chanelle Morar

she wrote the Harry Potter books and also other great books

How many children does Rowling have?

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Asked by Hal Homenick

3

one from the first marriage

two from the second marriage

she has 2 daughters and 1 son.

Where is the kensington house of JK Rowling?

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The Kensington house of JK Rowling is located in London, England.

What does JK stand for in JK Simmons?

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JK stands for Jonathan Kimble, which is JK Simmons' full name.

How j k Rowling showed persistence to achieve something remarkable?

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J.K. Rowling showed persistence by submitting her manuscript to multiple publishers despite facing numerous rejections. She believed in her writing and continued to revise and improve her work until finally landing a publishing deal. Her determination and resilience in the face of setbacks ultimately led to the success of the Harry Potter series.

What were jk rowlings grades?

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J.K. Rowling studied French and the Classics at the University of Exeter, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She has not publicly disclosed her high school grades.

What author surpassed jk Rowling to beomce amazon uks bestselling author ever in 2012?

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In 2012, E.L. James surpassed J.K. Rowling to become Amazon UK's bestselling author ever with her book "Fifty Shades of Grey."

How many books has jk Rowling written and the list of publication?

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J.K. Rowling has written several books, including the Harry Potter series (7 books), The Casual Vacancy, and the Cormoran Strike series under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith (5 books as of 2021). Some of her notable works include "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" (1997), "The Casual Vacancy" (2012), and "The Cuckoo's Calling" (2013).

Is Joanne Kathleen Rowling the thirteenth richest person in Britain?

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As of 2021, J.K. Rowling is not listed as the thirteenth richest person in Britain. The rankings of the wealthiest individuals in Britain can change based on various factors, such as market fluctuations and personal wealth management.

What is Joanne Rowling's pseudonym?

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J.K. Rowling's pseudonym is Robert Galbraith.

How did JK Rowling come up with the word quidditch?

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JK Rowling invented the word "Quidditch" by combining the words "quaffle" (a type of ball used in the game) and "bludger" (another piece of equipment in the game) with a twist to create a unique and fitting name for the sport in the Harry Potter series.

Why did jk Rowling name her daughter Jessica?

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J.K. Rowling named her daughter Jessica as she simply liked the name and found it appealing. It's a common name with a classic and timeless feel to it.

What Does J.K. Rowlings husband Do For A Living?

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J.K. Rowling's husband, Neil Murray, works as a doctor specializing in anesthesiology.

What is jk rollings middle name?

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J.K. Rowling's full name is Joanne Rowling. She does not have a middle name officially, but chose the pen name J.K. Rowling by using the initial of her grandmother's name, Kathleen.

Did J.K. Rowling ever fail at something?

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Yes, J.K. Rowling faced numerous rejections from publishers before finally getting her Harry Potter series published. Her journey to success was filled with setbacks and failures, but she persevered and became one of the most successful authors in history.

Is J.K. Rowling gifted?

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J.K. Rowling is considered gifted in storytelling and creating compelling characters. Her ability to captivate readers and create complex, imaginative worlds has led to her success as an author.

How long after meeting did jk Rowling's parents get married?

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You can also check this on the official website of J.KRowling. Her parents met at the so often mentioned train station at the books Harry Potter. I read this about a week ago on her official website though i don't remember the name of the place they exactly me just go on the website..glad i can help:D

Did J.K. Rowling write a book under a pseudonym?

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Yes, J.K. Rowling wrote a detective novel called "The Cuckoo's Calling" under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith.

Is joanne Rowling retired?

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No, J.K. Rowling is not retired. She continues to be actively involved in writing and publishing books, as well as being vocal on various social and political issues.

Was JK Rowling a popular student in high school?

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There is no widely known information detailing JK Rowling's popularity as a student in high school.

What job did J.K Rowling have before becoming a top writer?

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jo Rowling did not have a job, she was on bennafits and lived in a 1 bedroom flat near london with a child her previous husband left her. many other publishers turned her down until she got exepted by blummsbury publishing p.l.c BY the way i have a question for you do you know how i can contact her threw mail such as e-mail post codes ect. :]

Which famous character was created by JK Rowling?

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J.K. Rowling says none of her characters are entirely based on herself, but Hermione Granger is similar in a few ways. For example, J.K. Rowling has been called "Know-It-All' a lot when she was young, just like Hermione.