Illustrated by Rikin Parekh, Charlie and the Christmas Factory and Other Stories is a enchanting collection of 12 short stories by a group of fabulous contemporary authors based on some of Roald Dahl's incredible children's stories.
Well this really is a veritable Christmas treat! Charlie and the Christmas Factory and Other Stories ticks all the boxes for me:
This collection of 12 short stories includes:
Charlie and the Christmas Factory by Sibeal Pounder
George's Marvellous Christmas by Adam Kay
The Gigantic Australian Crocodile by Adam Hills
The Crinklemas Phizzwizard by Nadia Shireen
Matilda and the Naughty List by Elle McNicoll
The Giraffe and the Pelly and the Runaway Baubles by Nathan Bryon
The Witches' Festive Flop by Pamela Butchart
Sammy, Lisa and Danya, Champions of Christmas by Konnie Huq
The Twits and the Great Carrot Caper by Greg James and Chris Smith
Gran and the Magic Finger by Sally Rippin
Jesse and the Giant Peach Stone Ben Bailey Smith
Fantastic Frankie Fox by Hannah Gold
I was hooked as soon as I started reading this book. This talented group of writers have done superb justice to Roald Dahl's literary legacy. The publishers, Puffin, recommend this book for readers aged from eight to 12. As you may have guessed from my reaction, I don't think there should be an upper age limit.
A perfect present for Christmas, or a gift to be read in the run up to the bug day!
PWT rating: ♥♥♥♥♥
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