1 . Could J. K. Rowling please leave Harry Potter in peace? 2010 was a good time to move on. We all know that Harry Potter’s last adventures hit the bookstore in 2007, and three years later the Warner Bros adaptations ran their course in cinema, too. For many fans, the young wizard had worked his magic through most of their childhood. But in 2018, a new Harry Potter extended universe film, Fantastic Beasts: The Crime of Grindelwald, was out.

I love Harry Potter series and I always will. It’s all there in my memory: I remember the first delight at reading “Mr. and Mrs. Dursley, of number four, Privet drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal”. The wizarding treasure hunt, thrown by my parents for my ninth birthday with my dad dressed as Hagrid in the garden, was so clear in my mind. I remember deciphering (破译) my copy of the Deathly Hallows, the first book I read in English, and having to check the French for “wand”. The 2001 trip to the cinema to see Philosopher’s Stone, and all the ones that followed are kept clearly.

However, someone needs to call a halt to the endless afterlife of Potter’s fictional universe. It was enough in the seven books and eight films. We didn’t and don’t need a community website, a theatre play, the printed script of said movie, and even more movies.

Rowling has created 21^st-century modern literary classic. I always look up to her as the textbook classy writer: respectfully drawing attention from readers, successful but wise enough to withdraw. She also cares much about the causes she holds dear. In 2011 alone, she donated 16% of her net worth to charities. Of all contemporary authors who hit gold, Rowling remains one of the very most inspirational.

The saddest thing is that Rowling helped with the writing of the Cursed Child. She regularly “revealed” new details about Potter’s magical world on Twitter. Today, I decided to give up: I don’t follow Rowling on Twitter. I don’t want to see the new film. Thank you, Joanne Kathleen Rowling. I have enough valued stories—I don’t need new ones any more.

1. The last book of Harry Potter series was published in ______ .

A．2007

B．2010

C．2011

D．2017

2. We can learn from Paragraph 2 that the author ______ .

A．felt rather easy to understand Harry Potter series

B．was quiet fond of Harry Potter series and its films

C．read Harry Potter series with the help of his parents

D．missed the time of watching Harry Potter movies with his parents

3. What does the underlined phrase “call a halt to” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?

A．Share.

B．Appreciate.

C．Stop.

D．Change.

4. What does Paragraph 4 mainly talk about?

A．The talent J. K. Rowling has.

B．The author’s praise for J. K. Rowling.

C．The influence of J. K. Rowling’s works.

D．The author’s expectations of J. K. Rowling.

2 . Four Best Books in 2021

Now I will recommend four best books to you.

Eyes That Kiss in the Corners

by Joanna Ho

This wonderful picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asianshaped eyes. A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her friends’. They have big, round eyes. They have eyes that are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future. This book will resonate with readers about 5 years old.

Hardcover: $19.8

Second-hand: $10

Amari and the Night Brothers

by B. B. Alston

Amari Peters has never stopped believing her missing brother, Quinton, is alive. When she finds a ticking briefcase in his closet, she’s certain that a secret organization holds the key to locating Quinton. In order to find him, now she must know about magic. This book will attract teens aged about 18 years old.

Hardcover: $21.7

Second-hand: $9

Dog Man

by Dav Pilkey

The world is losing out of control as new villains flood into town. Everything seems dark and full of disappointment. But hope is not lost. Can the incredible power of love save the day? Dog Man series explores love, kindness and the importance of doing good. Readers about 5 years old will like to read it.

Hardcover: $33.1

Second-hand: $13

Starfish

by Lisa Fipps

Ever since Ellie wore a whale swimsuit and made a big splash at her fifth birthday party, she’s been teased for her weight, she tries to live by the Fat Girl Rules — like “no making waves” “avoid eating in public” and “don’t move so fast”. And she’s found her safe space — her swimming pool — where she feels weightless in a fat-obsessed world. It suits readers about 5 years old.

Hardcover: $35.6

Second-hand: $11

1. What is special about Amari and the Night Brothers?

A．It is intended for teenagers.	B．It teaches readers how to love.
C．It is the cheapest among the four.	D．It features colorful pictures.

2. What can readers learn by reading Dog Man?

A．The way of overcoming difficulty.	B．The necessity of losing weight.
C．The ability to train a dog.	D．The importance of doing good.

3. Which book saves you most if you buy a used one?

A．Eyes That Kiss in the Corners.	B．Amari and the Night Brothers.
C．Dog Man.	D．Starfish.

3 . According to some books, the journey through teen years is easier when parents learn much about this time in children’s life and give their children support. These helpful books will tell children all they need to know.

Everything You Need to Know about Growing Up by Rebecca Paley

One of the highlights of this book is the section “When to Expect What”, which gives a timeline on changes that will appear at a particular age. As an essential guide to adolescence, the book deals with various parts of the body and emotional changes that occur during that time.

Getting Used to Your Changing Body by Amy B. Middleman

This book is a comprehensive guide to the various physical and emotional changes about eating healthily, taking care of the body, and how to take care of skin, and so on. The information is reader-friendly in a colourful format. Promoted by the American Medical Association, the book contains important medical terms.

What’s Happening to My Body by Lynda Madaras

Written by a senior educator and her daughter in an easy-going style, the book is about the growth concerning teenagers. The book is targeted at children aged 10 years and above. Featuring detailed illustrations and real-life stories, it also has an introduction for parents and a helpful resource section.

Just for Girls: A Book about Growing Up by Sarah Delmege

When children know what to expect during the adolescent years and have the right information, growing up is not as difficult as it seems. The book has lots of advice and answers to common teens’ questions about what is happening to their body.

1. What are the four books mainly about?

A．Reasons for teens’ worry.	B．Ways to look after parents.
C．Advice on going through adolescence.	D．Introductions of teenagers’ study.

2. Which book involves knowledge about medicine?

A．Everything You Need to Know about Growing Up.

B．Getting Used to Your Changing Body.

C．What’s Happening to My Body.

D．Just for Girls: A Book about Growing Up.

3. What is special about What’s Happening to My Body?

A．It is targeted at teenagers.	B．It is written by a foreign author.
C．It is suitable for parents to read.	D．It includes stories existing in real life.