Personality of the Day: J.K. Rowling

Personality of the Day focuses on the people who have had an impact on society in a significant manner. 

They belong to various areas, such as technology, literature, sports, politics, and art, however, there is one thing uniting them all, which is their positive impact on the world. 

Their experiences are a reminder that everyone can do something great with the power of determination and faith.

Today, we will address one of the most popular writers whose books have inspired millions of people, J. K. Rowling.

Personality of the Day: J.K. Rowling

J. K. Rowling was born on 31 July, 1965 in Yate, England. Since the tender age, she was a lover of reading and narration. She used to make up fantastical tales, which portrayed her artistic nature at a tender age. 

Rowling has gone through numerous hardships before he became famous. Her mother Anne was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when JK Rowling was a teenager and her mother passed away in the year 1990. 

She has encountered financial predicaments and even against odds trying to cope with her child as a lone mother. In spite of these challenges, she never lost her love of writing.

Her life altered as she came up with a story of a young wizard Harry the Potter when they are on a train ride. 

That concept later turned out to be the Harry Potter series that went world-famous. At the time, she was rejected by many publishers but she did not stop trying. Her book was last accepted and the rest is history. 

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Why is J.K. Rowling Famous? Her Major Contributions

The work of J.K Rowling has had an immense influence on the literature and readers around the world. Her significant contributions are:

• The Harry Potter Series: Her books turned out one of the most successful series in writing and were liked by both children and adults. The readers are inspired by the magic world of Hogwarts up to now.

• Encouraging Reading Habits: Her books took millions of young readers back to books; particularly when reading was on the wane amongst the children.

• Film Adaptations:  Her books continued to be successful giving birth to blockbuster movies. 

Further, she is also known for her philanthropy and she supports various causes such as: 

• Beira’s Place

• Lumos

• Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic

• The Volant Charitable Trust

She has also won many awards and honours. Here is the list according to J.K. Rowling’s website: 

• Companion of Honour, for services to literature and philanthropy, 2017

• PEN America Literary Service Award, 2016

• Freedom of the City of London, 2012

• Hans Christian Andersen Award, Denmark, 2010

• Chevalier de la Legion d’Honneur: France, 2009

• Lifetime Achievement Award, British Book Awards, 2008

• South Bank Show Award for Outstanding Achievement, 2008

• James Joyce Award, University College Dublin, 2008

• The Edinburgh Award, 2008

• Commencement Day Speaker, Harvard University, USA, 2008

• Blue Peter Gold Badge, 2007

• WH Smith Fiction Award, 2004

• Prince of Asturias Award for Concord, Spain, 2003

• Order of the British Empire (OBE), 2001

• Children’s Book of the Year, British Book Awards, 1998 and 1999

• Booksellers Association Author of the Year, 1998 and 1999

Family and Personal Life

J.K. Rowling has had a rather low profile yet a down to earth life though she is globally recognized. She has a family and it means everything to her. 

Her life reveals her strength, resilience and how believing in oneself could make the difference even in difficult situations.

Quotes by J.K. Rowling

Here are some of the quotes by J.K. Rowling:

• “It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.”

• “It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends.”

• “It matters not what someone is born, but what they grow to be.”

• “Numbing the pain for a while will make it worse when you finally feel it.”

• “Just because you have the emotional range of a teaspoon doesn't mean we all have.”

In conclusion, writers such as J.K. Rowling had to struggle to reach the peak of success, but that is precisely what the story of this author can teach us. It is accompanied by patience, working hard and having faith in things. 

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