Seriously, the article is very accurate in its depiction of Harry Potter. So are you. I've read stuff by real witches and this isn't it.
Harry Potter is also a brilliant series. It's popularity isn't the result of hype. I devour the books because I enjoy reading them. I don't care how popular they are, but their popularity isn't just because of the hype. I think these books will stand with the Lord of the Rings series as classics. Rowling better keep herself healthy. I want to know how the series ends, and at the rate she's working, that may take another six or seven years. I also want her to stay away from George Lucas. Note to Ms. Rowling, at the first mention of Ewoks, we revolt!