Harry Potter

Harry Potter books in order. Complete reading order for all Harry Potter novels by J.K. Rowling.

Harry Potter is the protagonist of J.K. Rowling’s fantasy series, a young wizard who discovers his magical heritage on his 11th birthday. Raised by his neglectful aunt and uncle, Harry learns he’s famous in the wizarding world for surviving a killing curse from Lord Voldemort as a baby—an event that left him with a distinctive lightning bolt scar.

Throughout the series, Harry attends Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, makes lifelong friends in Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, and ultimately faces his destiny to confront Voldemort.

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Reading Order

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Harry Potter?

Harry Potter is a young wizard who discovers on his 11th birthday that he’s famous in the wizarding world for surviving an attack by the dark wizard Lord Voldemort as a baby.

What order should I read Harry Potter?

Read in publication order starting with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Sorcerer’s Stone in the US). Each book covers one school year at Hogwarts.

How old is Harry Potter in each book?

Harry is 11 in book 1 and turns 17 in book 7. Each book covers one school year, with Harry aging one year per book.

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