Joanne Rowling

Joanne Rowling is undoubtedly one of the most influential writers of our time. The idea of a boy wizard came to her during a train journey. Thanks to her perseverance and belief in herself, Rowling was able to find a publisher and soon the Harry Potter books became a worldwide bestseller. The films based on her books have grossed billions of dollars, and Rowling herself has become one of the richest writers in the world. Recently, Joanne Rowling's name has been constantly appearing in the headlines, but no longer because of new books, but because of her statements about transgender people. The writer has repeatedly made statements that many have perceived as transphobic.