J.K. Rowlingbook recommendations

J.K. Rowling on Black Beauty
One of J.K. Rowling's favorite books as a child.

J.K. Rowling on Manxmouse
"[The author] manages the fine line between magic and reality so skilfully, to the point where the most fantastic events feel plausible."

J.K. Rowling on The Wind in the Willows
"My most vivid memory of being read to is my father reading [this book] when I was around 4 and suffering from the measles."

J.K. Rowling on A Tale of Two Cities
A literary discovery that may have influenced [J.K. Rowling's] alleged intention to kill off Harry Potter at the end of book seven.

J.K. Rowling on Chéri
"The final scene is incredibly moving; it makes me cry."

J.K. Rowling on The Woman Who Walked Into Doors
"My favorite living writer is [this author]."

J.K. Rowling on Emma
"Jane Austen is J.K. Rowling's favorite author of all time, and 'Emma' is her favorite of her books."