JK Rowling – Women Who Inspired Me
From a young age, she faced a lot of hardships that would have shattered the resolve of many.
She lost her mother at the age of 25, and at the time she was writing her life-changing novel but was not able to tell her mother about it.
She struggled with poverty, illness, rejection, and criticism.
But… she had a dream. A dream that kept her going. A dream that she thought she would accomplish. A dream was enough to keep her going.
Her novel was rejected by 12 different publishers. Yes! 12 consecutive times
Despite the rejections she received from multiple publishers for her first novel, she refused to give up on her dream. Instead, she poured her heart and soul into crafting a story that would captivate the world—a story of love, the power of friendship, and magic.
And it did fascinate the world. Finally released in 1997, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was an instant hit, connecting with readers of all ages and growing into a worldwide sensation.
But this was not as easy as you thought. She faces a lot of criticism and controversy regarding the content of her books, as well as her personal struggles and her depression. Yet she remained committed to her vision; she continued to write and inspire millions of people.
Today, J.K. Rowling is one of the most influential and successful authors of all time, with her book Harry Potter selling over 600 million copies worldwide and being translated into 84 languages. And by 2008, she was named the highest-paid author by Forbes.
The story of J.K. Rowling is a shining example of the power of perseverance, tenacity, and the unbreakable human spirit.
So let her tale motivate you. Let it serve as a reminder that, despite how challenging life may seem, we can always overcome obstacles and succeed. May her message of courage, love, and hope serve as a reminder to us all that, no matter how dark the night is, there is always a light waiting to guide us home.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Meena Chabbria is a corporate veteran and corporate influencer with a stellar track record spanning more than a decade in the media industry, specialising in E2E Business and Marketing management. Presently serving as AVP Brand Alliances at PVR India, she commands authoritative experience in the multiplex business along with marketing, PR and sales and business development.
