J.K. Rowling: On Writing - Part One (May 6th, 2024)

Part one of the new video series produced by J.K. Rowling for her website called "On Writing".

In this new video series, she talks openly and in depth about her writing including Harry Potter, her other children’s books The Ickabog and The Christmas Pig, as well as writing as Robert Galbraith, the Cormoran Strike crime fiction series. Filmed in her writing room in Edinburgh and in a London pub, these three On Writing films provide a personal insight into J.K. Rowling’s writing world.

Part one published on J.K. Rowling's Official Website on May 6th, 2024.

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[michaelhelms]

Even at 42 years old, I still find Harry Potter to be a masterpiece. One of the greatest achievements of storytelling of all time

[ryan]

Just discovered her books as a dad reading to my 8 year old. I don’t have words for how impressed I am by this woman.

[christopherduggan]

I became a writer because of you. Not necessarily a novelist, but I've written all my life. It all traces back to finding Potter at age 11 or 12 in the 90s. I've writen short fiction, poetry, non fiction, blogs, and everything in between. Now work in marketing and constantly writing. One day I hope to finish the manuscript collecting dust in my Google Drive. I'm not sure I would've gained a passion for reading and writing if not for you. Thank you for inspiring me

[xbbjdf]

"The work never matches the dream of perfection". The part that all budding artists needed to hear and remember.

[woo]

Something about her presence always makes me feel like I’m listening to a queen, someone with some rare noble quality that must be respected.

[LenYiFanboy]

J.K.Rowling made me realise how great writing something can be. Although i only started writing my own story a few months back, i already know what i want it to be.. I have put aside the story for now, but began focusing on the world in the backround. I want to see how it evolves. If i ever meet J.K i just wanna say "Thank you for inspiring me to pick up a pen and just writing."

[ellennewth]

I admire you tremendously, Ms. Rowling. Like you, I began telling stories at the age of 4 through drawings. I spent many years working, studying, and mostly surviving. At 71, I finally completed my first novel. Hoping readers will love it as much as I do. Thank you for your enlightening commentary and writing advice!

[Event_Horizon]

I love how she talks about her craft and the enjoyment she finds in every stage of the process. You can absolutely tell she lives and breathes writing - a truly exceptional woman!

[S.W.Bestwriter]

I'm 45. Been writing for 30 years, 35 novels written, ranging from 180k-282k words, 1000's of hours spent alone. I write because I hear the voices, and they tell me what to say. I'll always respect J.K Rowing for what she has brought to the imaginations of both children and adults. I've always wanted to write to her and thank her, but I have no idea who to send my letter to. Maybe send an owl? lol :)

[tyramasters-heinrichs]

Thank you for not giving up on 'Harry', and for keeping your vision when sharing him with the world.
Thank you for inspiring so many young people, and thank you for staying true to you.

[criticalthinker]

The way she articulates and speaks is impressive. Respect

[fanggladys]

The way JK Rowling shows her planning process -- the charts and tables and everything, so fascinating and such an honest peek into the making process. Thanks so so much

[aliasone]

i wish she would write another Harry Potter Book not necessarily with the same character just in the same universe..shes got a gift for writing fantasy genre

[Ganna]

We can only repeat her words.
"You are my hero. After so many years? Always !"

[drea]

I Always love listening to her talk about her work. This is lovely

[kitsune]

I first started reading Harry Potter in 1998 or 1999, when I was staying at a friend's in London and saw the Philosopher's Stone lying around. I was hooked, and eagerly waited for each new book. Once the series was completed, it left a void in my life that I tried to fill with Fanfiction (there are some very, very talented people out there who borrowed your characters and wove extremely good stories with them).
The more I learn about you, the more I admire your writing skills and your world-building skills. There are so many tiny elements and clues you scattered throughout the books that I missed the first time around! Thank you for creating Harry Potter's world.

[nikolaspeesker]

I really like the lake and shed analogy

[alitanicholas]

I love how she says that the great ideas feel like they're there waiting to be discovered as opposed to the writer creating them. I have always felt this is how writing really works. Our work has been cut out for us from the beginning. All we have to do is step up, as writers, and put it to paper. Thank you, JK.

[KB-bxui]

J.K.Rowling is one of those authors who is a waking dreamer...like Maggie Stiefvater. I wake up thanking the universe both of you were born to be writers! Thank you for so genuinely sharing your expertise, Rowling. 💙

[elen]

I love J.K.Rowling so much! She is simply a wonderful writer and person.