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  • Famous author J.K. Rowling, who penned the “Harry Potter” series, has finally revealed her favorite writing spot
  • Although, she said that she need not be there because she can literally write anywhere as long as there’s a surface for pen and paper
  • In addition to that, she also has a preference for black ink
  • Rowling, who experienced life challenges, denied that she penned certain rules for writing

Author of the famous “Harry Potter” books, J.K. Rowling, revealed her favorite writing place and denied writing about rules for writing.

A netizen asked Rowling on Twitter if she had any habit or superstition as part of her writing process. The netizen cited a particular location or specified room, table or laptop as examples.

The “Harry Potter” author said that she could write anywhere as long as there’s a hard surface to place a pen and paper on. She also revealed that she built a room in her garden, which was her favorite place to write.

The author clarified that she may like to be there but did not need to be in that particular place. She added that there were no superstitions rather a preference for blank ink.

She wrote the first book while waiting at a café in Edinburgh for a delayed train, ABC News reported. Just like other authors who experienced challenges while they were starting, Rowling reportedly sent the first three chapters of the first book to several publishers but they were all rejected.

Spectacles worn by the actor Danile Radcliffe in the 2001 film "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" on display at the Profiles in History auction house
Spectacles worn by the actor Danile Radcliffe in the 2001 film "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" on display at the Profiles in History auction house AFP / Frederic J. BROWN

It was in 1990 when she reportedly planned out the entire “Harry Potter” series. She outlined the plots for the seven books over the next five years, Insider reported.

Christopher Little was the one who accepted her book. Afterwhich, he was able to secure a deal with Bloomsbury to print 500 copies of the “Harry Potter and Philosopher’s Stone." The said book appeared in print in 1997.

It was previously reported that the title of the book was changed to “Harry Potter and Sorcerer’s Stone” to get the attention of American kids.

Before fame, Rowling lived a difficult life. It was reported that the now-famous author had experienced depression and even sought professional help. Talking to Sunday Times, Rowling said went as deep as having thoughts of committing suicide. In light of her unfortunate past, Rowling reportedly said that she would’ve not written the books if not for her experiences.

Fans of the Harry Potter book series pose for media at the start of the sales of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" in Berlin
Fans of the Harry Potter book series pose for media at the start of the sales of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" in Berlin July 21, 2007. Reuters

The “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone” and the rest of the “Harry Potter” franchise films were based on J.K. Rowling’s book. Kids and young adults worldwide were hooked on her books and as a result, the sales went soaring high. Because of the success of Harry Potter in books and movie franchise, the author already has an estimated net worth of $92 million as of 2019, Forbes reported.

What is the secret to Rowling's bestseller books?

Rowling, in response to the tweets about her rules for writing circulating in social media, said that these were clickbait. She has a piece of advice on writing, yes, but it can be found on her official site.

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