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Things We Learnt From The BFG

Things we learnt from the BFG

Regular readers of this blog will know that I am a massive fan of The BFG. I read a lot as a child and this became a firm favourite from the moment I read the first chapter. I love all of Roald Dahl’s children’s books, I can’t quite bring myself to read the ‘adult’ stories he’s written. In reminiscing on our favourite Dahl character, we’re come up with a list of all the things we learnt from the BFG.

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Roald Dahl Stories for Adults

roald dahl stories for adults

Roald Dahl once boasted, lacking modesty, that his name was known to virtually every child in the western world. almost 30 years on from his death, it is safe to say that every child you will encounter has probably read or is currently reading one of his great children’s stories. However, should have added that he was already quite well known to his adult audience as well! Read on to discover the salacious world of Roald Dahl stories for adults.

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25 Reasons Why We Love Bake Off

The Great British Bake Off

By Sarah Kneath

It’s that time of year again – that time where most of the British public become master bakers and food critics. Where it’s acceptable to judge other people’s culinary skills when you literally possess none yourself. Continue Reading

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A Beginner’s Guide to Science Fiction

By Hannah Goacher.

The vast world of science fiction has brought us some of the most famous and best loved works of fiction. From H. G. Wells to George Lucas and everything in between, there are so many science fiction terms out there that it can be easy to feel like you are Lost in Space. So here is the beginner’s guide to understanding sci-fi terminology. Continue Reading