J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling
Author: Executive Office of the President (US)
Born: 1965 in United Kingdom
Born Joanne ( “Jo”), is a British novelist, film producer, screen writer, & philanthropist.
Best known as author of Harry Potter series selling over 400 million copies – the #1 selling book series in world history.
1st person to ever become a billionaire by writing books.
Has written 4 books for adult readers under the name Robert Galbraith.
Waiting for a train in 1990 she had idea for Harry Potter… then death of her mum, divorce, poverty, feelings of failure followed…
Has said character Hermione Granger is based on herself at age 11.
“It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends.”