A shelf by type

Books like Roald Dahl, for when they have read them all.

There comes a sad day when a child finishes the last Roald Dahl. They want more of that same magic: mean grown-ups getting what they deserve, clever children winning, and jokes that make them laugh out loud.

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A note from our librarians

Our librarians have picked the books that come closest, from funny school stories to strange and wonderful adventures. Start with one and see which one they cannot put down.

Every book picked by hand ✦

Questions parents ask us

Children who love Dahl often enjoy David Walliams, Andy Stanton, Liz Pichon and Sudha Murty's funny stories. They share the same mischief, warmth and laugh-out-loud moments.