Why Harry Potter is Still a Solid Beginner Read

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We have all heard about how J.K. Rowling is homophobic, transphobic, and racist. There is no question that this is all true. The real question is whether or not this can be separated from the text.

There are many good things about this series. J. K. Rowling uses easy-to-understand language, so children will be able to take in information. It is also a great introduction to magic because the system is so easy to understand and we learn along with Harry. I also think that as a child, I never noticed how controversial the book was, which could be a reflection on me but could also be that I was not focused on representation as a child, I was focused on the plot. While the plot is not the most creative, it still holds intrigue and imagination.

I still remember my brother reading The Sorcerer's Stone to me. I remember staying up late to finish. I remember all the movies. I loved Harry Potter as a kid, and even with Rowling's offenses, I still love the world she created.

I loved this book as a child and would recommend it to anyone trying to get their kid into reading or reading fantasy more specifically.

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