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J.K. Rowling autograph letter signed, composed within a greeting card. Written on 11 September 1999 shortly after publication of the much anticipated third installment of ''Harry Potter'' and the height of Pottermania, Rowling writes in fine black felt-tip:
''Dear Brenda, / It was lovely to hear from you & to hear about the American friends' enthusiasm for Harry - book enclosed as requested! / Can't believe Nicolas is already 8, but then Jessica is six and that seems incredible to me too! / It's been a very hectic year & in a month we're off to the U.S. for a three week tour. Also just bought a new house as Daily Mail journalists keep turning up at this one and I'd like a bit more privacy! / I drove down Main Drive the other day, would you believe? A friend was driving me through Gerrards X and, knowing that I had often stayed there, took a right at the Buil Hotel. Brought back a million memories, I must say. / Yes - incredible that Mike's read the books. He seems to think he deserves a dedication for this - or possibly some sort of medal! Hope you & Ken are well. Lots of love, Jo X''.
Card opens to reveal the letter measuring 8.25'' x 6.25''. The recipient Brenda is the mother of Rowling's ex-boyfriend Michael, whom she dated when first writing ''Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone''. Near fine condition.
J.K. Rowling Autograph Letter Signed from 1999 on the Crest of Fame from Harry Potter -- ''...a very hectic year...Daily Mail journalists keep turning up...and I'd like a bit more privacy!...''
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