Left Bank has sold thousands of Rowling’s books since Harry Potter was introduced to the world in 1997. The store hosted a free block party, complete with themed snacks, costumes and children’s activities, celebrating the series finale.
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“It was one of the most magical memories I have of our 50 years” in business, Kleindienst said.
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Her co-owner, Jarek Steele, identifies as transgender person and wrote in a statement that Rowling “has now tainted what for our family and our store was a beautiful experience.”
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The shop will still order books for customers who request them. The decision is not one of censorship, the statement said: “There are millions of books that aren’t on our shelves. We curate. It’s our job.”
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Since the “Harry Potter” series ended in 2007, Rowling has written adult mysteries under the name Robert Galbraith. Another children’s book, “The Ickabog,” is set to be released in November.
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