Much has already been said here in which I am in agreement-especially from Stilly River Sage.

I have loved reading these books, and I will continue to read the final two when they finally make their appearance.

There are stacks around my flat, both of "Adult" and "Children's" books- fiction and non. It's my main preoccupation in life, and I won't bother going into all my feelings about books and reading, except to say that ANYTHING which can encourage people to read is fine by me. Of course, what they read is dependent on myriad factors, many of which change with age and circumstance.

In my opinion, most real education begins with enthusiasm. If JK Rowling can start that ball rolling, bless her..xx..e