![]() ![]() ![]() Harry Potter illustrated books make elegant additions to Harry Potter book collections and perfect gifts for readers of all ages who love the series. Reading Harry Potter books, most of us painted pictures in our heads of each chapter. Illustrated editions give fans vivid imagery that feeds their imagination and enriches their magical journey. With so many beautiful Harry Potter illustrated book editions out there, it can be hard to choose just one. Many talented artists have created unforgettable and elaborate paintings to accompany Rowling’s writing, and most of them are still in the process of completing the series. How many of the Harry Potter books are illustrated? To help you choose the perfect one for you, I’ve compiled a list of the best Harry Potter illustrated book editions ever created. ![]()
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Extraordinary from the moment he was born, John Henry amazed the woodland animals, his parents, and the sun and moon themselves. Author Julius Lester and illustrator Jerry Pinkney join forces in this lovely picture-book retelling of the tall tale of John Henry, the legendary African-American steel driver whose contest with a steam-powered drilling machine has been immortalized in American folk music. ![]() ![]() Mostly it was inspired by Will Eisner's The Spirit. It was always conceived of as a multiple storyline book. 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