Why Do You Read the HP Books?

[Adesa]

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And might I add that Rowling's respect for children is probably a big factor for her younger readers, even if they don't realize it. Very few adults treat children as younger, less experienced *people*. They are usually dismissed with little consideration because they are "just kids," when they do in fact have something of value to offer. And as I'm realizing, they oftentimes have even *more* to offer than the adults around them.

Have you ever spent time with a young person, holding a *real* conversation with them, ignoring their age and assuming them to be an equal? They eat it up, because adults so rarely do just that. But they love it and they'll love you for doing it. Kids know when they're being respected and they appreciate it. Rowling treats Harry with respect, thereby bestowing that respect on her readers. Of *course* her fans will be loyal.

~Adesa~
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