Rooney to Release 2 New Potter Books on McGonagall and Weasleys
Two new illustrated books in the Pocket Potters series, focusing on Professor Minerva McGonagall and Fred and George Weasley, are set for release on February 23, 2027. The books, aimed at young readers, will feature artwork by Natalie Smillie and Helen Brady respectively.
Consensus
- Two new illustrated books in the Pocket Potters collection will be released in February 2027.
- The books will focus on Professor Minerva McGonagall and the Weasley twins, Fred and George.
- Each book will have 32 pages and a hardcover binding.
- The books are intended for young readers.
- The books are part of the Pocket Potters series published by Bloomsbury.
- The series already includes books about Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Albus Dumbledore, Luna Lovegood, Hagrid, and Dobby.
- Natalie Smillie created the illustrations for the McGonagall book.
- Helen Brady created the illustrations for the Weasley twins book.
- Joanne Rowling is the executive producer of the HBO Harry Potter series.
- The HBO series is scheduled to premiere on December 25, 2027.
Points of divergence
- The McGonagall book will cover her animagus abilities, teaching career, and key canon events such as buying Harry Potter's first broomstick. — riamo
- The Weasley twins book will focus on secret passages in the castle, magical pranks like Canary Creams, and the founding of their joke shop. — riamo
- The Pocket Potters series will expand to nine volumes after the release of these two books. — riamo
- The HBO series premiere is scheduled for Christmas Eve. — riamo
- The HBO series will be more faithful to the books than the films. — kommersant
- The HBO series will air on HBO and HBO Max. — kommersant
Coverage (2 sources)
- The Potter Universe Expands: Rowling to Release 2 Books About McGonagall and Weasley — РИАМО
- Joan Rowling will release books about McGonagall and the Weasley twins — Коммерсантъ