Rowling vs Tolkien, who created the most creative world?

[Dagny]

I think they are equally creative people, and I couldn't choose one over the other as a better author, they just wrote very different books set in very different worlds. You could argue that Tolkien's universe was more thoroughly crafted and thought out, what with the Silmarillion and languages and all. But throughout the creation of the series, Rowling's world became increasingly more rich and complex as well. And I've heard that she has fleshed out considerably more of the Harry Potter universe and characters than what has actually been published.

[The Bookaholic]

Tolkien definitely. He created the backdrop of the fantasy genre.

[Meg0169]

I'm a huge Tolkien AND Rowling fan, however, in terms of the most creative world I have to go with Tolkien. He has put so much into his world, from different languages to an extensive world history. The detail involved is incredible. I'm not saying Rowling slacked off in her invention of the wizarding world, because her world is incredible and one I visit often, but Middle Earth and its history is so extensive and thought over that it has to be given to crown for most creative world.

[louisemwilcox13]

I find it hard to compare their worlds in that they are very different in style. Rowling is more modern while Tolkien is more old fashioned. Honestly I love both worlds and I get sucked into both when I read their books. Both authors have done an excellent job of layering their worlds with background history of both the land, characters, and cultures.

[missg]

I like them both equally Tolkien and Rowling are unique in their own ways both talented authors.

[ladylioness]

Tolkien, hands down. I agree his writing is dry at times but he is by far a greater literary genius than Rowling.

[Raymy12]

I think Tolkien was the most creative but Rowling doesn't disappoint.

[LittleWilma]

I've never read Rowling, but I can't imagine her world beating out Tolkien's.

[kio]

Although I'm a huge harry Potter fan, a lot of the stuff she used was changed from other books. Overall, even though I don't like Tolkien that much, I have to give him credit for his unique world.

[jasonluthor]

It's hard to not say Tolkien since he did the high fantasy, as we know it, first. I mean yes trolls and elves were in folklore before him but they were vastly different. He brought them together into the incarnations we essentially still use today. Elves in fantasy still act according to lots of the principles he set down. Plus the languages he wrote. Not to mention the Silmarilion. I mean come on that thing is fantasy out of the pores.

[CrescentMoon]

I think both are very creative and it depends on the individual reading which one they prefer. I personally am a huge fan of the Harry Potter books because I was amazed at how Rowling was able to create a whole new magical world and still apply real life issues to it. For example, there are issues like racism and prejudice in the real world and she was able to translate that into the Harry Potter world through blood status (muggles, pureblood, etc.). I thought that was really creative because it's a fantasy book but she was still able to tie in real issues and teach real morals and values throughout these books.

[ttuso22]

Both are brilliant! Tolkien created a whole other world in such detail that it is almost as if he was writing a history book. On the other hand, there is Rowling who created a world everyone can dive into. Harry Potter in my opinion is easier to read compared to Tolkien's series but neither are more creative than the other.

[aliroxa1999]

This one is to be honest the easiest question. My reading heart will always stay with J K Rowling I mean that is the first series I ever read and still to this day my ultimate favourite!!!! The way she has just thought up this entirely magical world and with millions of people and places. She is the most creative woman I know in this world in my opinion.

[Fudalicious]

This is a tough question, both authors created masterpieces. Tolkien may have created a more "original" world, but Rowling's world was mystical and charming.

[chibi_kitsune]

I'd have to say that both authors were creative in their own rights, though the basic ideas were not necessarily new. Honestly, Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter were both really enjoyable to read and have their respective strengths and weaknesses. It was really cool to grow up with the Harry Potter books, but Lord of the Rings had the adventuresome feel and, as a player of D&D, is always awesome.