A Reader's Guide
Harry Potter Books in Order
J. K. Rowling's seven-novel saga following orphan wizard Harry Potter through his years at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as he and his friends confront the dark wizard Lord Voldemort. The series is rounded out by Hogwarts Library companion volumes and the later stage-play sequel.
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Publication order
The books as they first arrived on the shelves.
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A short story written by J. K. Rowling in 2008 was part of a charity auction and sold for £25,000. It was later published in the What's Your Story Postcard Collection. The story,…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Harry Potter first sees a letter with a purple wax seal featuring a lion, an eagle, a badger, and a snake when he is living at number four, Privet Drive. The letters, written in…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
During the summer after his first year at Hogwarts, Harry Potter receives sinister warnings from a house-elf named Dobby. Back at school for his second year, Harry hears…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter begins another unusual year at Hogwarts when the Knight Bus crashes in front of him. Sirius Black, a convicted murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, has escaped,…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
The fourth book in the Harry Potter series follows Harry as he returns to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his fourth year. Alongside his friends Ron and Hermione,…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
After the Dementors' attack on his cousin Dudley, Harry knows he is about to become Voldemort's next target. Though many deny the Dark Lord's return, a secret order gathers at…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
One summer night, Dumbledore arrives at Privet Drive to collect Harry Potter, but his wand hand is blackened and shriveled, though he refuses to explain why. This event causes…
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Buy on AmazonHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Harry Potter is leaving Privet Drive for the last time. He climbs into the sidecar of Hagrid’s motorbike and they take to the skies. He knows Lord Voldemort and the Death Eaters…
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Companions & curiosities
The Hogwarts Library volumes, the stage play, and other pieces for the devoted reader.
Questions readers ask
What order should I read the Harry Potter books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.” The series is written to grow up with its reader — the books darken and deepen as Harry does.
Where can I buy the Harry Potter books?
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