About Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl is one of the world’s best and most original storytellers. His stories' unique blend of mischief, full hearted hope and a touch of darkness, have captured the imaginations of generations around the world.

One of his first moments of inspiration came when he was at boarding school, when a local chocolate factory invited pupils to trial new chocolate bars - 35 years later, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was published.

He wrote lots more stories, many from a hut in his back garden in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire; from Sophie's adventures with the BFG and James' journey on the Giant Peach, to Matilda's brilliant bravery against The Trunchbull.

His ability to transport you to fantastic worlds continues to enthral readers today.

About the Roald Dahl Story Company

Roald Dahl's Antisemitism

During his lifetime Roald Dahl made a number of antisemitic comments. While we can appreciate and celebrate his creativity, we must also confront the harmful views he held.

The Roald Dahl Story Company (RDSC) apologises unreservedly for the lasting and understandable hurt that these antisemitic remarks have caused and the impact they have had. We condemn anti-Jewish racism and all forms of racism and prejudice.

Since our original apology in 2020 which was made in conjunction with the Roald Dahl family, RDSC has engaged in listening and learning from experts in tackling antisemitism, including the Antisemitism Policy Trust, which has supported us with advice and ongoing staff training to help us better understand antisemitism.

2020 Apology