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Charlie and the Christmas Factory

A star-studded cast of authors including Pamela Butchart, Hannah Gold and Adam Kay deliver twelve brand new stories inspired by the great Roald Dahl's incredible characters in this Christmas collection that will delight readers 8-12.

Why is Matilda worried about being on the naughty list?

What happens when years after the creation of his original marvellous medicine George’s granddaughter Gigi decides to make her own potion?

And how does Charlie plan to celebrate Christmas at the chocolate factory?

Perfect for Christmas Eve, this magical and hilarious collection features 12 brand-new short stories based on their author’s favourite Roald Dahl characters.

Discover stories from:

  • Adam Kay (George's Marvellous Medicine)
  • Greg James and Chris Smith (The Twits)
  • Hannah Gold (Fantastic Mr Fox)
  • Nadia Shireen (The BFG)
  • Ben Bailey Smith (James and The Giant Peach)
  • Elle McNicoll (Matilda)
  • Konnie Huq (Danny Champion of the World)
  • Nathan Bryon (The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me)
  • Pamela Butchart (The Witches)
  • Sally Rippin (The Magic Finger)
  • Sibéal Pounder (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory).

About Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl was a spy, ace fighter pilot, chocolate historian and medical inventor. He was also the author of Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG and many more brilliant stories.
Details
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • ISBN: 9780241762486
  • Length: 544 pages
  • Price: £8.99