Beyond the Wand

The Magic and Mayhem of Growing Up a Wizard

By: Tom Felton

Narrated by: Tom Felton

From the magical moments on set as Draco Malfoy to the challenges of growing up in the spotlight, get a backstage pass into Tom Felton’s life on and off the big screen in this #1 New York Times bestseller.

Tom Felton’s adolescence was anything but ordinary. His early rise to fame in beloved films like The Borrowers catapulted him into the limelight, but nothing could prepare him for what was to come after he landed the iconic role of the Draco Malfoy, the bleached blonde villain of the Harry Potter movies. For the next ten years, he was at the center of a huge pop culture phenomenon and yet, in between filming, he would go back to being a normal teenager trying to fit into a normal school.

Speaking with great candor and his signature humor, Tom shares his experience growing up as part of the wizarding world while also trying to navigate the muggle world. He tells stories from his early days in the business like his first acting gig where he was mistaken for fellow blonde child actor Macaulay Culkin and his Harry Potter audition where, in a very Draco-like move, he fudged how well he knew the books the series was based on (not at all). He reflects on his experiences working with cinematic greats such as Alan Rickman, Sir Michael Gambon, Dame Maggie Smith, and Ralph Fiennes (including that awkward Voldemort hug). And, perhaps most poignantly, he discusses the lasting relationships he made over that decade of filming, including with Emma Watson, who started out as a pesky nine-year-old whom he mocked for not knowing what a boom mic was but who soon grew into one of his dearest friends. Then, of course, there are the highs and lows of fame and navigating life after such a momentous and life-changing experience.

Now with a new chapter Felton delves into his experience of fame, Beyond the Wand is an entertaining, funny, and poignant must-read for any Harry Potter fan. Prepare to meet a real-life wizard.

Very Enjoyable Book!

Being a "Hufflepuff" by sorting (Yes I am a Harry Potter Geek!), I was unsure what to expect from "Draco"...what a delightful audio book! He is really fun to listen to and has a great style of writing. This is a great read for Harry Potter fans, even if you are NOT Slytherins!

A great window into Tom’s life

If you wish to know about behind the scenes of the Harry Potter movies, as well as Tom’s life and experiences, this is the audiobook for you. Tom delivers a captivating performance reading the book, and it’s definitely a plus that he reads it himself!
Will definitely listen to it again!!!

Lovely

I finished this audiobook in one day. As a Harry Potter fan from WAY back in time, it was just like hearing an old friend share their experiences from a shared childhood memory. As a therapist, it was encouraging to hear the way Tom was able to face and cope with his depression by working with professionals and with those who love him. As someone who struggles with mental health myself, it was comforting to remember that these things don’t discriminate, and that we are not alone.

LOVED IT!

loved it! the humor, the truth in it, a book i'listen to again!

Tom's wit and humour shines throughout

I loved everything about this book. great story. great audio. great comeback. great guy.