JK Rowling: From beloved children’s author to being outspoken on trans issues

JK Rowling has always strongly denied being transphobic (Ian West/PA)

JK Rowling made a splash in 1997 when her first Harry Potter book series novel was published and became a global sensation, putting the spotlight on the Gloucestershire-born author.

Further attention came when Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone was adapted into a movie of the same name, which changed her life beyond all recognition and led to more instalments and spin-off series, such as the Fantastic Beasts prequels.