J.K Rowling came up with the Hogwarts house names and a few of the characters while travelling on a plane. Without any paper on hand, she had to jot them down on an airplane sick bag. “I love inventing names, but I also collect unusual names, so that I can look through my notebook and choose one that suits a new character.” – J.K. Rowling

The Queen’s sister was known for her bubbly personality and wicked sense of humor. During the 1950s, the young Princess Margaret fell in love with a much older divorcee who had worked for her father. The relationship caused a scandal – and she eventually called off the engagement when she was told she could no longer stay Princess if she married him.

“Wisdom is not a product of schooling but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it.” ― Albert Einstein