See howHarry Potterbook covers have changed through the years

The covers for 'Harry Potter' books have changed quite a lot since the first book was released in 1997. Here's a dive into the many facades of the 'Harry Potter' novels.

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Danny Perez

The boy who lived could also be known as the boy whose covers have changed a lot.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stonefirst hit shelves in the United Kingdom on June 26, 1997.

It arrived Stateside, retitled asHarry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,on Sept. 1, 1998.

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A collage of various ‘Harry Potter’ book covers.Credit: Illustration by EW

In the decades since, authorJ.K.

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Image Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone designed by Minalima

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