wizarding world

Illustration of someone wearing the Sorting Hat in front of 4 flags representing each house

Sorting Hat Quizzes Undermine a Central Theme of the ‘Harry Potter’ Series

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

They may be fun, but they are missing an important question: Which house do you think you belong in?…

June 28, 2021

In an article about J.K. Rowling and her transphobia, a scene from Harry Potter, The Order of the Phoenix

Why the Magical World of ‘Harry Potter’ Now Belongs to the Fans, Not J.K. Rowling

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Just because the author has revealed her transphobia doesn't mean fans have to completely abandon the the franchise. Instead, they can reclaim it.…

July 3, 2020

Illustration by Veronica Chen, featured in an article about Harry Potter and veganism.

Is There Room for Vegans in the ‘Harry Potter’ Universe?

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Almost everything magical in the fantasy series relies on the use of animals in some shape or form. Is it even possible for a vegan to live in this world, and would they even want…

June 25, 2020

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Sorting Hat Quizzes Undermine a Central Theme of the ‘Harry Potter’ Series

Why the Magical World of ‘Harry Potter’ Now Belongs to the Fans, Not J.K. Rowling

Is There Room for Vegans in the ‘Harry Potter’ Universe?