Best Selling Books by J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter y la cámara secreta, el segundo volumen de la ya clásica serie de novelas fantásticas de la autora británica J.K. Rowling. «Hay una conspiración, Harry Potter. Una conspiración para hacer que este año sucedan las cosas más terribles en el Colegio Hogwarts de Magia y Hechicería.» El verano de Harry Potter ha incluido el peor cumpleaños de su vida, las funestas ad-vertencias de un elfo doméstico llamado Dobby y el rescate de casa de los Dursley pro-tagonizado por su amigo Ron Weasley al volante de un coche mágico volador. De vuelta en el Colegio Hogwarts de Magia y Hechicería, donde va a empezar su segundo curso, Harry oye unos extraños susurros que resuenan por los pasillos vacíos. Y entonces empiezan los ataques y varios alumnos aparecen petrificados... Por lo visto, las siniestras predicciones de Dobby se están cumpliendo... ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is the second volume of British author J.K. Rowling’s now classic series of fantasy novels. “There is a conspiracy, Harry Potter. A plot to make the most terrible things happen this year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.” This summer Harry has had the worst birthday of his life, dire warnings by a house elf named Dobby, and a rescue from the Dursleys'' house starring his friend Ron Weasley at the helm of a magical flying car. Back at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where his sophomore year is about to begin, Harry hears strange whispers echoing through the empty hallways. And then the attacks begin and several students are found turned to stone ... Apparently, Dobby''s sinister predictions are coming true.

Since its publication, Quidditch Through the Ages has been one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts library. Read by Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and many more, it is the essential guide to the wizarding world''s favourite game. Charting its journey from Queerditch Marsh in the eleventh century to the sophisticated sport of today, Quidditch Through the Ages will show you the moments of exhilarating triumph and crushing despair (such as supporting the Chudley Cannons) that are part of the game of Quidditch. Learn all about the history and rules of the game, from some of the 700 fouls (and which World Cup Final saw all of them committed) to the difference between a Transylvanian Tackle and a Woollongong Shimmy. The shelves of the Hogwarts Library are also home to many more fascinating books. If you have enjoyed Quidditch Through the Ages you might want to check out some of its other treasures: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and The Tales of Beedle the Bard. Comic Relief, operating name Charity Projects, is a registered charity in the UK with charity nos. 326568 (England/Wales) and SC039730 (Scotland). Lumos Foundation is a registered charity in the UK with no. 1112575 (England/Wales). 15% of the proceeds* received by Pottermore Limited from this ebook will be made available to the charities for their work across the UK and globally including helping children and young people have a better life. These proceeds will be shared 20% for Comic Relief and 80% for Lumos Foundation. *Proceeds means the cash-price or cash-equivalent price less sales taxes.

A collection of well-loved stories for witches and wizards of all ages, The Tales of Beedle the Bard are the wizarding world''s Grimm''s Fairytales. This edition is translated from the original runes by Hermione Granger herself and contains helpful notes from both Professor Dumbledore and J.K. Rowling. A wonderful opportunity to read the stories that played a crucial role in the fight against Lord Voldemort, these classic fairy tales are sure to delight and educate in equal measure. There are five tales in all: ''The Tale of the Three Brothers'' will be known by anyone who has read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows; ''The Fountain of Fair Fortune'', ''The Warlock''s Hairy Heart'', ''The Wizard and the Hopping Pot'' and ''Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump'' complete the collection. The shelves of the Hogwarts Library are also home to many more fascinating books. If you have enjoyed The Tales of Beedle the Bard you might want to check out some of its other treasures: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and Quidditch Through the Ages. At least 90% of the proceeds* received by Pottermore Limited from this ebook will be made available by the publisher to The Lumos Foundation for their work to help children worldwide out of institutions, so they can thrive in loving families and communities. The Lumos Foundation is a charity registered in England and Wales with registered charity number 1112575 and in the USA (EIN 47-2301085) . *Proceeds means the cash-price or cash equivalent price less sales taxes. Around the world, more than 8 million children live in orphanages and other institutions. What may be surprising is that about 80 percent of them aren''t actually orphans. They have family who could care for them, with the right support. Lumos is an international children''s charity founded by J.K. Rowling. Named after the light-giving spell in Harry Potter, Lumos'' mission is to ensure that by 2050 all children will grow up in loving, protective families.

Harry Potter y la piedra filosofal es el primer volumen de la ya clásica serie de novelas fantásticas de la autora británica J.K. Rowling. «Con las manos temblorosas, Harry le dio la vuelta al sobre y vio un sello de lacre púrpura con un escudo de armas: un león, un águila, un tejón y una serpiente, que rodeaban una gran letra H.» Harry Potter nunca ha oído hablar de Hogwarts hasta que empiezan a caer cartas en el felpudo del número 4 de Privet Drive. Llevan la dirección escrita con tinta verde en un sobre de pergamino amarillento con un sello de lacre púrpura, y sus horripilantes tíos se apresuran a confiscarlas. Más tarde, el día que Harry cumple once años, Rubeus Hagrid, un hombre gigantesco cuyos ojos brillan como escarabajos negros, irrumpe con una noticia extraordinaria: Harry Potter es un mago, y le han concedido una plaza en el Colegio Hogwarts de Magia y Hechicería. ¡Está a punto de comenzar una aventura increíble! ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Harry Potter and the Sorcerer''s Stone is the first volume of British author J.K. Rowling’s now classic series of fantasy novels. "With trembling hands, Harry turned over the envelope and saw a purple wax seal with a coat of arms: a lion, an eagle, a badger, and a snake, all surrounding a large letter H." Harry Potter has never heard of Hogwarts before, until letters start falling at the doorstep of 4 Privet Drive. The address is written in green ink on a yellowed parchment envelope with a purple wax seal stamped on it, and his repugnant aunt and uncle rush to remove and hide them. Later, on Harry''s eleventh birthday, Rubeus Hagrid, a gigantic man whose eyes sparkle like black beetles, shows up with extraordinary news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has been awarded a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. An incredible adventure is about to begin!

Harry Potter y la Orden del Fénix es la quinta entrega de la ya clásica serie de fantasía de la autora británica J.K. Rowling. «El director cree que no es conveniente que eso continúe ocurriendo. Quiere que te enseñe a cerrar tu mente al Señor Tenebroso.» Son malos tiempos para Hogwarts. Tras el ataque de los dementores a su primo Dudley, Harry Potter comprende que Voldemort no se detendrá ante nada para encontrarlo. Muchos niegan que el Señor Tenebroso haya regresado, pero Harry no está solo: una orden secreta se reúne en Grimmauld Place para luchar contra las fuerzas oscuras. Harry debe permitir que el profesor Snape le enseñe a protegerse de las brutales incursiones de Voldemort en su mente. Pero éstas son cada vez más potentes, y a Harry se le está agotando el tiempo... ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is the fifth volume of British author J.K. Rowling’s now classic series of fantasy novels. “The Headmaster believes that it is not wise for you to continue to do this. He wants me to teach you how to close your mind to the Dark Lord.” Dark times are coming to Hogwarts. Following the Dementors'' attack on his cousin Dudley, Harry realizes that Voldemort will stop at nothing to find him. Many deny that the Dark Lord has returned, but Harry is not alone: a secret order meets at Grimmauld Place to fight the dark forces. Harry must allow Professor Snape to teach him how to protect himself from Voldemort''s brutal attacks on his mind. But these are getting more and more powerful, and Harry''s time is running out.

The author of the Harry Potter books discusses her childhood, her writing career, and the publishing phenomenon she has created.