Which J.K. Rowling book presents itself as a collection of five fairy tales from the wizarding world?

The Tales of Beedle the Bard presents five fairy tales from J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world.

The book is described as a collection of stories familiar to wizarding children. Its tales include “The Wizard and the Hopping Pot,” “The Fountain of Fair Fortune,” “The Warlock’s Hairy Heart,” “Babbitty Rabbitty and Her Cackling Stump,” and “The Tale of the Three Brothers.”

The final story is especially important in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows because it explains the origin of the Deathly Hallows legend. Albus Dumbledore’s notes accompany the tales in the in-universe version, adding commentary about their themes and history.

Rowling published the book in 2008, with proceeds from the original editions supporting the Children’s High Level Group, later known as Lumos. It is distinct from the companion books about magical creatures and wizarding sport.