Barry Cunningham

British publisher (born 1952)

Born: December 19, 1952

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Overview

Born / Died

b. December 19, 1952

Role

British publisher (born 1952)

Legacy

He is most well known for signing J. K. Rowling and publishing Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in 1997.

Major work

Barry Cunningham is a British publisher, who worked for various publishers including Penguin Books and Bloomsbury before setting up Chicken House publishing in 2000.

Who was Barry Cunningham?

Barry Cunningham (born 19 December 1952) is a British publisher, who worked for various publishers including Penguin Books and Bloomsbury before setting up Chicken House publishing in 2000.

Historical significance

He is most well known for signing J. K. Rowling and publishing Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in 1997. He is most well known for signing J.

Related on thisDay

Bloomsbury Publishes Harry Potter — June 26, 1997

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was released by Bloomsbury in London in 1997, launching the bestselling fantasy series worldwide.

Sources and further reading

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Date article: Bloomsbury Publishes Harry Potter — June 26, 1997 Wikipedia source