Reading fiction doesn’t help us escape the world.

It helps us live in it.

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We condemn J.K. Rowling’s transphobia.

Harry Potter and the Sacred Text supports all gender identities. Read more about our values here.

HPST Announcements

Harry Potter and the Sacred Text will be LIVE in Boston with the women of Pantsuit Politics!

Next month, Vanessa partners with the co-hosts of Pantsuit Politics, two women who engage in real conversations that help listeners understand politics, democracy, and the news - while still treating each other like thoughtful human beings. Beth and Sarah take a different approach to the news; their political analysis blends hard facts with important social and cultural undercurrents so you don’t miss the big picture.

And yes! This live event will be held two days after the election. We think it will be the perfect time to come together and join the unique blend of insightful political commentary from Pantsuit Politics with the deep, reflective lens of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text. No matter the outcome of the election, it's bound to be a fun and meaningful night with lots of laughter and community spirit.

Join us in Boston, or virtually!

Sign-up for our NaNoWriMo 2024 programming

We are offering writing classes for folks interested in participating in NaNoWriMo this year! Vanessa will be joined by beloved author and prolific narrator Julia Whelan, for Writing Romantic Stories and Grand Slam Moth winner Micaela Blei, for Writing Memoir.


You can sign up for either, or both of these classes, grab your spot now!

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Series 1

In the premiere episode, Casper and Vanessa talk about why they are starting this project.

Series 2

With new co-host Matt Potts. Matt and Vanessa discuss, “How do we react to frustration productively?”

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