If you are looking for some of the best fem Harry Potter fanfiction, you are in the right place.
Harry Potter is one of the most famous and successful franchises of all time.
This series follows the life of a young wizard boy who ends up saving the Wizarding World from a Dark Lord.
Though the original series is about a young boy, there are many fanfiction writers whose stories depict Harry as a young female witch.
Fem Harry Potter fanfiction is widely popular and gives an interesting new twist to an already magical world.
This article will take a look at some of the most popular fem Harry Potter fanfiction.
Keep reading to learn more.
1. Ink and Parchment | Blood and Bone
The first fem Harry Potter fanfiction that we will look at today has over 515,000 hits.
It is certainly one of the most popular in the genre.
Besides Harry being depicted as a girl in this story, there are also some exciting differences from the original series.
In this story, Eliza Potter was abandoned by the Dursley family rather than being raised by them.
This small change affects everything in her life and alters the course of the entire story.
Eliza is a strong-willed and powerful witch who does not let anyone stand in the way of her goals, especially Albus Dumbledore.
This story is exciting and unique and involves all elements of great fanfiction, including magic, romance, and action.
2. When Harry Met Tom
Next is a fem Harry Potter fanfiction involving a bit of time travel.
This story opens with the battle in the Department of Mysteries.
It does not play out at all how we know it to, and Harry finds herself thrust back in time to 1942.
Tom Riddle is in his fifth year of school at Hogwarts, and Harry has kept all of her knowledge of what is to come in the future.
She attempts to find her way home while simultaneously trying to keep Tom Riddle from becoming the most powerful dark wizard of all time.
If you are looking for a story that is full of suspense and intrigue, this is the one for you.
The author has also added some comedic and romantic moments, so it is a story with elements that suit just about any type of reader.
3. The Secret Rune
In this fem Harry Potter fanfiction, not only is Harry written as a girl, but she is also a twin.
Potter twins Rose and Violet are about as different as the two sisters can be.
They were separated after their parents were killed and received two very different upbringings.
Dumbledore declares that Rose is the girl who lived, but we soon find out that it was actually Violet who the prophecy spoke of.
This story features many of our favorite Harry Potter characters, including the Weasley family, Hermione, Neville, and many more.
Every character in this story is slightly different from who we know them to be in canon, but they are each written incredibly well.
The author of this story has a knack for writing dialogue and world-building, and it won’t take long before you feel like you are right back in the Wizarding World.
4. La Mia Stella
This fem Harry Potter fanfiction is actually a crossover with the world of Katekyou Hitman Reborn!
This story takes place in the world of Harry Potter, but many characters are from Katekyou Hitman Reborn!
In this story, Reborn receives a letter in the mail that summons him to the Wizarding bank of Gringotts.
He is apparently part of a marriage arrangement, and it is time to make good on his end of the bargain.
This arrangement is between none other than the Potter family, and Reborn quickly discovers that this family is not like one he has ever met before.
In fact, there is something a bit “off” about them.
Nonetheless, his marriage agreement must be fulfilled, and his life will never be the same again.
5. How Way Leads on to Way
Up next is another fem Harry Potter fanfiction crossover, this time with the world of Game of Thrones.
This story dives into the history and origins of both the worlds of Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.
Harry is determined to change the world for the better in this story.
Not only did her parents face the darkest wizard of all time, but she also has Lannister blood running in his veins.
She is smart, capable, and does not let anyone stand in the way of her true destiny.
This story includes everything that a Harry Potter and Game of Thrones crossover should have, including magic, epic battles, and plenty of drama.
6. Crepuscular
This fem Harry Potter fanfiction is another story that uses time travel as an important plot device.
This story opens with Harry appearing in the past against her wishes.
She is determined to make the most of it and see if she can make any changes for the better.
However, she once again finds herself battling Death Eaters, evading the Ministry, and attempting to stay away from the darkness all around her.
There are a few twists and turns for Harry as she ventures through the past, and one of those unexpected twists is adopting a teenager.
This story has many surprises, and you will be hooked from chapter one.
7. Danes Macabre: First Dance
Next up is a fem Harry Potter fanfiction that you certainly won’t want to miss out on.
With over 134,000 hits, this story is incredibly popular, for good reason.
He has a dark past and a bit of a shady personality, but he decides to adopt a child though he possesses no parenting skills to speak of.
The child that ends up entering his home is a young girl named Hadria Potter.
Gellert’s life will never be the same after crossing paths with this young witch, and it is safe to say that Hadria’s life will change, as well.
The two form an interesting bond, and we get to see how these two very different people create their unique family.
8. Epiphany
This fem Harry Potter fanfiction contains some adult content, so check out the warnings before you begin reading.
There is some adult language and some explicit sexual content, so it may not be the best for younger readers.
In this story, the four marauders read a book about the future of the Wizarding World.
They see all of the darkness and turmoil that will spread throughout their world, and they decide that they must do something about it.
They have some choices to make, and they must make them quickly.
It is up to them to save the fate of the world, and keep future generations from living through the predicted future.
9. Wands and Arrows
This story is a collection of short stories that don’t connect.
This collection only has five chapters with 8,000 words, so it can be read fairly quickly and easily be revisited repeatedly.
This collection includes stories about relationships between Draco Malfoy and Harry Potter as well as stories about Clint Barton and Natasha Romanov in the Wizarding World.
It is a really interesting and well-written collection that should not be missed.
10. Red Hair and Grass Blades
This fem Harry Potter fanfiction is really popular with over 115,000 hits, as well as over 1,000 comments.
This story follows the life of Harriet Potter and her life with the Dursley family.
In this fanfic, Harriet finds a trunk that contains her late mother’s diary, as well as notes and ideas from his father and the other marauders.
She is not the girl who lived, and she gets to live a much simpler life than the one we know Harry Potter to live.
She learns about potions and pranking, makes friends, and becomes a fantastic witch.
This story strikes a great balance between emotional turmoil and fluffy, light-hearted moments.
The fanfic’s author understands this world and its characters well, and has created a really fun story.
11. The Never-ending Road
This story explores the aftermath of Lily Potter’s death and Severus Snape’s complicated feelings toward her.
After Lily’s death, Snape shuts down emotionally and replaces his heart with a steel trap.
However, when he rescues Lily’s daughter from the Dursleys years later, he slowly begins to realize that he may not be as heartless as he thought.
The story follows Snape’s journey of self-discovery as he navigates the challenges of protecting Harry and dealing with his complicated emotions toward Lily.
12. In My Dreams
In this story, Eden, has vivid dreams of a man who claims to be Tom Riddle, aka Voldemort.
Despite her initial fear, she finds comfort in his presence and starts to develop feelings for him.
However, she soon realizes that her dreams are more than just dreams when she wakes up in 1941 and finds herself face-to-face with Tom Riddle.
Eden is torn between her desire to change the future and her love for Tom.
As the story progresses, Eden discovers that her presence has unforeseen consequences and that changing the past may not be as simple as she thought.
13. In Another Life
This one is about Rose Potter, who spent 21 years as the Chosen One.
But was reborn as Harry Potter’s twin in another life.
However, she’s the only one with a scar from the night they defeated Voldemort.
Harry notices something strange about her but loves her nonetheless.
Rose is determined not to let history repeat itself and plans to do anything to keep her family safe.
Finally, the story explores the idea that not all Slytherins are evil and not all Gryffindors are good, and that the Wizarding World is more than just an extension of the Muggle one.
14. Looking Beyond
This fanfic is about Hope Potter, who, despite having her mother’s looks, has inherited her father’s talent for finding trouble.
She falls for one of the Weasley twins and faces danger at every turn.
But Hope is determined to prove that she’s more than just the famous “Girl Who Lived.”
The story is complete, with a whopping 166 chapters and over 670,000 words.
15. Snakes Keep Their Secrets
This one follows Harriet Potter, who is abused by the Dursleys and ignored by everyone else.
However, her ability to speak Parseltongue becomes her escape, bringing out her Slytherin side.
When she meets Draco Malfoy at the age of eight, her abilities are brought to light.
Eventually, Severus Snape takes an interest in her, inducting her into the magical world.
What they don’t know is that she’s actually Harry Potter!
It’s a story of Harry’s journey into the wizarding world and her relationships with characters like Draco, Lucius and Narcissa Malfoy, Severus Snape, and more.
16. Not you, Not now
This is a Harry Potter fanfic about Harriet Potter, who wanted a peaceful year at Hogwarts, but fate had other plans.
She was chosen to participate in the Triwizard Tournament, fought a dragon, saved her friend, and overcame obstacles in a maze.
Despite all of this, she found solace in Cedric.
However, her true soulmate, Voldemort, has returned for her.
This story revolves around the challenges and obstacles Harry must face to fight against Voldemort and to find a way to be with the one she truly loves.
17. Crawlers-out
This story is a time travel fanfic with a twist.
Harry is a girl who can wander in and out of time.
Tom, who knows nothing about her, is taken from the orphanage to live with her.
Despite not knowing much about her, Tom is determined never to let her go, even when faced with obstacles like time, space, and dark lords.
The story explores their relationship as they face challenges and navigate the complexities of time travel.
18. Bright Star, Steadfast Thou Art
This fanfic is about a woman named Hespera Potter who has given up on love and family until Death introduces her to a world of magic and ambition.
With Orion Arcturus Black by her side, they must face an upcoming epic battle to protect what they hold dear.
As Hespera embraces the power within her, they must work together to fight for what is right.
The story is inspired by a one-shot called “Orion’s Salvation“ and features a large cast of characters from the Harry Potter universe.
19. There’s Something About Potter
This one is about Aria Potter, and apparently, there’s something different about her this year.
The 8th-year Slytherins are on a mission to uncover her secrets and discover what’s going on with her.
That’s pretty much it, and the story follows the interactions and events that unfold between Aria, the Slytherins, and her friends.
20. When The Pawn is Unchained
Finally, the last Harry Potter fanfic we’ll cover for this post is about a young girl named Violet who has always been alone and unloved.
One day, she meets a man who takes an interest in her and offers her a place where she belongs.
He tells her she is worth more than she knows, and she cannot resist his offer.
Little does she know, this man is Tom Riddle.
As Violet becomes entangled in the dark world of magic, she realizes the true nature of the man who saved her.
Fem Harry Potter Fanfiction: Conclusion
I hope this article has helped you find some great fem Harry Potter fanfiction!
These 20 are just a small sample of all the amazing stories out there.
So you may want to look at the other fanfics with this tag and find own your favorite among them.
And if you have questions about this topic, feel free to leave a message in the comments below!
Lastly, if you want to read more top fanfiction posts on this blog, then check out:
- The Most Popular Dramione Fanfics (featuring the Hermione/Draco ship!)
- The Best Harry Potter Fanfiction
- Popular Harry Potter Crossover Fanfiction Stories (exclusively featuring crossovers on this list)
