Harry Potter books in order

Complete list of all 7 Harry Potter books in order by J.K. Rowling. Full reading order from Philosopher's Stone to Deathly Hallows.

Harry Potter is a fantasy series following the journey of a young wizard, Harry Potter, as he discovers his magical heritage and attends Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Written by British author J.K. Rowling, the series became a global phenomenon, selling over 500 million copies and spawning a successful film franchise.

The story follows Harry’s battle against the dark wizard Lord Voldemort, who killed Harry’s parents and seeks to conquer the wizarding world. Along with his best friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, Harry navigates the challenges of growing up while facing increasingly dangerous threats.

Reading order

# Title Year Kindle Paperback Audiobook
1 Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone 1997 UK US US
2 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 1998 UK US US
3 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 1999 UK US US
4 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire 2000 UK US US
5 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix 2003 UK US US
6 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005 UK US US
7 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007 UK US US

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read the Harry Potter books?

Read the Harry Potter books in publication order, starting with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Sorcerer’s Stone in the US). The series follows Harry’s journey through seven years at Hogwarts, so reading in order is essential.

How many Harry Potter books are there?

There are 7 main Harry Potter novels. J.K. Rowling also wrote companion books like Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Quidditch Through the Ages, and The Tales of Beedle the Bard.

What is the difference between Philosopher's Stone and Sorcerer's Stone?

They are the same book. The title was changed to ‘Sorcerer’s Stone’ for the American edition because the US publisher felt American children wouldn’t know what a philosopher’s stone was.

Should I read Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

The Cursed Child is a stage play script set 19 years after Deathly Hallows. It’s considered canon but is a different format. Many fans recommend reading the original 7 novels first.

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