This in-depth guide explores the life and works of J. K. Rowling, from her first story, a tale about a rabbit named Rabbit, to her Harry Potter series, an unprecedented publishing phenomenon. It puts Rowling's work in context, exploring her connection to authors such as J. R. R. Tolkien, Charles Dickens, and Jane Austen. It investigates Harry Potter's place in the literary canon alongside characters like Huck Finn and Holden Caulfield. This guide illuminates the author millions of children and adults adore. Written as part of the Library of Great Authors series. Unfortunately, the series was abandonned by Barnes and Noble. Lovett also wrote a volume on Lewis Carroll for this series, but it remains unpublished.