Pocket Potters

Helen Brady returns to the wizarding world with Dobby, the latest Pocket Potter from Bloomsbury.

Just published, the character guide is aimed at younger readers who may not yet be ready for the original Harry Potter series, introducing them to familiar characters and stories through accessible illustrated books. 

For Helen, the project was a chance to draw Dobby across a range of poses, emotions and interactions, while working closely with the Harry Potter team to ensure the artwork remained true to the books and cohesive with the wider Pocket Potter series.

Helen describes the collaboration as a particularly rewarding one, with plenty of creative discussion and room to develop ideas within the art direction.

Alongside Dobby, Bloomsbury has announced that her next Pocket Potter, focused on Fred and George Weasley, will be published in March 2027.

Take a look at Helen’s work across the series so far.

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