The Harry Potter books just got a bit better with the release of the Harry Potter illustrated books! These illustrated editions are full of beautiful pictures and are must-have books for any Harry Potter fan’s library.
Check out not one but two Harry Potter illustrated book series below!
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There’s been a trend in young adult and tween books to have popular chapter book series also have graphic novel versions of each novel.
The Harry Potter book series has taken things in a different direction in creating the Harry Potter illustrated books instead of graphic novels.
These Harry Potter illustrated books tell the same amazing tales of Harry, Hermione, Ron and friends but with the addition of beautiful pictures of iconic scenes.
How Many Harry Potter Illustrated Books are There?
At present there are two different series of Harry Potter Illustrated books.
Harry Potter Illustrated Books by Jim Kay
There are currently five illustrated books by famed illustrated Jim Kay. You can watch a video of him working on his Harry Potter illustrated books.
It was announced in October 2022, however that Jim would be stepping down after seven years as illustrator in the Bloomsbury series to focus on his mental health.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Illustrated Edition is his last work however Bloomsbury plans to continue the series of Harry Potter illustrated editions with other artists.
Harry Potter Illustrated Books by Minalima Studios
Minalima Studios has created a second series of Harry Potter illustrated books.
The studio is the brainchild of Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima who started working together in 2001 to imagine and create the graphic universe of the Harry Potter film series for Warner Bros. films.
They crafted the entire graphic style of all the Harry Potter movies and has carried that design into their versions of Harry Potter illustrated books.
In addition to their work together on the Harry Potter movies and illustrated books, they also designed all the graphic elements for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort. Pretty amazing!
Shop their amazing Wizarding World for lots of cool items such as prints, wallpaper, insignia, postcards and more!
The Harry Potter illustrated books by Minalima bring a bit extra to their books as there are interactive craft elements in each book. Check out what you can find in each book below.
Currently there are only three editions of the Harry Potter illustrated books by Minalima: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.
It’s hard to say which series is better as both are amazing works of art with beautiful pictures. Check them all out below and share if you have a favorite in the comments.
Harry Potter Illustrated Books by Jim Kay
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: The Illustrated Edition
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Jim Kay
Publisher’s Description:
Prepare to be spellbound by this dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and its much-loved characters in this exclusive Kindle in Motion edition of one of the world’s favourite books – Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.
Brimming with rich detail and humour that perfectly complements J.K. Rowling’s timeless classic, Jim Kay’s glorious illustrations will captivate fans and new readers alike.
In this Kindle in Motion edition, Jim Kay’s illustrations are available for the first time in a beautifully designed digital reading experience, with the artist’s interpretations of much-loved locations, characters and magical creatures newly animated to come alive on your device.
See the smoke from the Hogwarts Express billow around Platform 9 ¾, experience the hustle and bustle of Diagon Alley, and witness the enchanting spectacle of the Sorting Ceremony.
All this and other surprises and delights await in this specially-created digital book.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: The Illustrated Version
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Jim Kay
Publisher’s Description:
Award-winning artist Jim Kay illustrates year two of Harry Potter’s adventures at Hogwarts, in a stunning, gift-ready format.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: The Illustrated Edition
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Jim Kay
Publisher’s Description:
The third book in the bestselling Harry Potter series, now illustrated in glorious full color by award-winning artist Jim Kay!
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: The Illustrated Edition
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Jim Kay
Publisher’s Description:
The fourth book in the beloved Harry Potter series, now illustrated in glorious full color by award-winning artist Jim Kay. With over 150 illustrations!
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: The Illustrated Edition
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Jim Kay and Neil Packer
Publisher’s Description:
The fifth book in the beloved, bestselling Harry Potter series, now illustrated in brilliant full color.
This stunning illustrated edition brings together the talents of award-winning artists Jim Kay and Neil Packer in a visual feast, featuring iconic scenes and much loved characters — Tonks, Luna Lovegood, and many more — as the Order of the Phoenix keeps watch over Harry Potter’s fifth year at Hogwarts.
With its oversized format, high-quality paper, ribbon bookmark, and color on nearly every page, this edition is the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans and book lovers of all ages.
Harry Potter: A Magical Year — The Illustrations of Jim Kay
Publisher’s Description:
A unique and beautiful gift book celebrating the art of Jim Kay — 366 magical moments from J.K Rowling’s Harry Potter novels, evoked in spellbinding brushstrokes, characterful ink work, and illuminating pencil sketches.
This irresistible gift book takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the seasons at Hogwarts. Jim Kay’s captivating illustrations, paired with much-loved quotations from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels — one moment, anniversary, or memory for every day of the year — bring to life all of the magic, beauty, and wonder of the wizarding world.
Jim Kay has been enchanting readers since the publication of the Illustrated Edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in 2015.
Now, in Harry Potter: A Magical Year, a selection of Kay’s most iconic illustrations are joined by previously unseen pencil sketches and preparatory pieces, offering unique and fascinating insight into the artist’s sketchbook.
From the snowy towers of Hogwarts, to the dancing eyes of Professor Albus Dumbledore, to the hustle and bustle of Diagon Alley, this visual feast is the perfect companion for readers of all ages, at any point on their Harry Potter journey, and a gift to cherish for years to come.
Harry Potter Illustrated Books by Minalima
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: Minalima Edition
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Minalima
Publisher’s Description:
A dazzling new edition of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, fully illustrated in brilliant color and featuring exclusive interactive paper craft elements, including a foldout Hogwarts letter and more!
In this stunning new edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, experience the story as never before. J.K. Rowling’s complete and unabridged text is accompanied by full-color illustrations on nearly every page and eight exclusive, interactive paper craft elements: Readers will open Harry’s Hogwarts letter, reveal the magical entryway to Diagon Alley, make a sumptuous feast appear in the Great Hall, and more.
Designed and illustrated by award-winning design studio MinaLima — best known for establishing the visual graphic style of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films — this edition is sure to be a keepsake for Harry Potter fans, a beautiful addition to any collector’s bookshelf, and an enchanting way to introduce the first book in this beloved series to a new generation of readers.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: Minalima Edition
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Minalima
Publisher’s Description:
A stunning new edition of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, with beautiful full color illustrations and eight interactive paper craft elements featuring the Whomping Willow, the Weasleys’ Burrow, and more.
A gift to be treasured by Harry Potter fans and book lovers of all ages!
Prepare to be dazzled by this new edition of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, designed and illustrated by MinaLima.
With over 150 full-color illustrations and eight exclusive, interactive paper craft elements, readers will travel via the Floo Network, watch out for the Whomping Willow, reveal the spiral staircase to Dumbledore’s office, pull Mandrakes from their pots, and more.
This keepsake edition is the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans of all ages, a beautiful addition to any collector’s bookshelf, and an enchanting way to introduce this beloved series to a new generation of readers.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
by J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by Minalima Designs
Publisher’s Description:
The third book in the Harry Potter series, illustrated in brilliant full color by MinaLima and featuring eight exclusive interactive elements, including the Marauder’s Map and more!
Return to Hogwarts in this stunning edition of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. J.K. Rowling’s complete and unabridged text is accompanied by full-color illustrations on nearly every page and eight paper-engineered interactive elements: Readers will explore the Knight Bus, reveal the Grim in a teacup, spin the Time-Turner, and more.
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