Harry Potter is the kind of book that was sadly lacking in my childhood. It's an easy read, the plot is awesome, and yes - I do own the t-shirt, the DVD's, the magical goblet, the stickers, the paintbook, the personal organiser, and several games.

I think people need to stop analysing whether or not it's cool to like it, and just take it for what it is - good old fashioned fairy tale stuff.