On $12^{t h}$ December 2017, a very popular author was made a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour, for her services to literature and philanthropy. Who are we talking about?

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J.K. Rowling

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The correct option is B J.K. Rowling
The Order of the Companions of Honour is a British award given to citizens of the Commonwealth. JK Rowling is a British author famous for writing the Harry Potter series.
She was made a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour, for her services to literature and philanthropy.

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On 12th December 2017, a very popular author was made a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour, for her services to literature and philanthropy. Who are we talking about?

On $12^{t h}$ December 2017, a very popular author was made a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour, for her services to literature and philanthropy. Who are we talking about?