Roald Dahl's books were my favorites when I was young (and I've reread a few of them more recently just to make sure they were still great). I love Quentin Blake's illustrations, too, it would definitely be fun to have one of these.
My Roald Dahl books were among the earthly possessions that made the cut when I moved from Indonesia to Holland. They sit on my bookshelf like wise, kooky old friends. (:
These are so fantastic! HAve you read the Roald Dahl biography "Storyteller", by Donald Sturrock? A fascinating life, though often difficult. Love the Enormous Crocodile mug on the website! Great find Joanna! Anja
Oh my gosh - this is the best. I know what is going in my sister's stocking this year! We used to read The Witches together. Did you ever see the movie with Anjelica Huston? She was perfect for the role and so scary! :)
I am a huge Roald Dahl fan but never thought the Quentin Blake illustrations suited his work. All my editions have other illustrators like Donald Chaffin's Fantastic Mr. Fox here...
I was totally going to order a bunch of RD books on amazon since you've been mentioning them lately, and then I happened upon the Ronald Dahl jackpot at my local thrift store. I got BFG, Matilda & a big Willy Wonka book. So excited to read them to my kid!
Ughhhh another impulse purchase thanks to Jo! I just bought 2 of these for my boyfriend for a housewarming gift. We bonded over our love of Roald Dahl years ago and this is beyond perfect.
I still remember my kindergarten teacher reading us James & The Giant Peach.
Incidentally, have you read Toby "Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site"? It's my 3 year old's new favorite book & has become a bed time must. I think Toby would love :)
Jo, I've noticed your admiration for all things Ronald Dahl. Well, here is a fun article from NPR that I thought you would enjoy:) http://www.npr.org/2012/08/13/158415389/wicked-and-delicious-devouring-roald-dahl
The illustrations in the Roald Dahl books are by Quentin Blake - I couldn't help notice that he is not been given credit! Sure they are from Roald Dahl stories, but shouldn't the artist be getting the acknowledgment here? just a thought...
Oh man, I need these in my life!
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ReplyDeleteOh boy, those are awesome:) xo
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic! I love Roald Dahl; I saved all of his books from when I was a kid.
ReplyDeleteI love these.
ReplyDeleteRoald Dahl's books were my favorites when I was young (and I've reread a few of them more recently just to make sure they were still great). I love Quentin Blake's illustrations, too, it would definitely be fun to have one of these.
ReplyDeleteThis makes my heart so happy.
ReplyDeleteMy Roald Dahl books were among the earthly possessions that made the cut when I moved from Indonesia to Holland. They sit on my bookshelf like wise, kooky old friends. (:
Just to be pedantic, these are really Quentin Blake mugs as he is the wonderful illustrator...
ReplyDeleteI need the top one! It really screams "Hooray! It's going to be a great day!" to me. Love them.
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute and the perfect gift for my sister (who is Roald Dahl crazy) Thanks Joanne!
ReplyDeletehow cool are these!
ReplyDeleteThese are so fantastic! HAve you read the Roald Dahl biography "Storyteller", by Donald Sturrock? A fascinating life, though often difficult.
ReplyDeleteLove the Enormous Crocodile mug on the website!
Great find Joanna!
Anja
It would be so fun to have these! I loved his books as a kid
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh - this is the best. I know what is going in my sister's stocking this year! We used to read The Witches together. Did you ever see the movie with Anjelica Huston? She was perfect for the role and so scary! :)
ReplyDeleteadore! (similarly fabulous are the eloise mugs you can get at the plaza hotel!)
ReplyDeleteI am a huge Roald Dahl fan but never thought the Quentin Blake illustrations suited his work. All my editions have other illustrators like Donald Chaffin's Fantastic Mr. Fox here...
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These definitely put a smile on your face!
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I was totally going to order a bunch of RD books on amazon since you've been mentioning them lately, and then I happened upon the Ronald Dahl jackpot at my local thrift store. I got BFG, Matilda & a big Willy Wonka book. So excited to read them to my kid!
ReplyDeleteaw man, how much i miss those books!
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Wow - I just had a little mini-nostalgic moment with these mugs. I definitely know some people who would love these as gifts.
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute! I loved RD growing up.
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Just got my nine year old hooked on Dahl. I think we may need these!
ReplyDeleteahh love these! Can't wait until my 3 year old is old enough to start reading The BFG or Matilda with me.
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ReplyDeletei really want the bfg one in my life, because i've always called myself the bfg because of my ears :)
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These are adorable! You always find the cutest things to blog about.
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Love Roald Dahl! These mugs are great!
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Love Roald Dahl! These mugs are great!
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Love Roald Dahl! These mugs are great!
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I need all of these.
ReplyDeleteI love these - they warm my heart!
ReplyDeleteI love these! Thanks for sharing. Also, that letter was too precious. I've always loved Roald Dahl.
ReplyDeleteI read Roald Dahl endlessly as a kid... how much do I need these mugs?! They are amazing!
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Ughhhh another impulse purchase thanks to Jo! I just bought 2 of these for my boyfriend for a housewarming gift. We bonded over our love of Roald Dahl years ago and this is beyond perfect.
ReplyDeleteNO WAY!!! These are amazing... AND you can personalize it. I think my heart just burst! Good Find!
ReplyDeleteI still remember my kindergarten teacher reading us James & The Giant Peach.
ReplyDeleteIncidentally, have you read Toby "Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site"? It's my 3 year old's new favorite book & has become a bed time must. I think Toby would love :)
Jo,
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http://www.npr.org/2012/08/13/158415389/wicked-and-delicious-devouring-roald-dahl
-Sarah
These are the best, can't wait to share these wonderful stories with my daughter!
ReplyDeleteI love the Fantastic Mr. Fox one on the website! It's my all time favorite book, and movie too! Go Wes Anderson!:)
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My sister gave me the Matilda one for chirstmas. I LOVE it.
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Maybe I need a whole set?
These are amazing!!! x
ReplyDeletei grew up on these books! such good memories
ReplyDeleteI hope they make a "Danny the Champion of the World" one!
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness. i am smitten! thank you so much for sharing!
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I <3 this!! I am going to find them!!!
ReplyDeleteRoald Dahl and my mum share the birthdate :D .
ReplyDeleteoh wow I love these.
ReplyDeleteThe illustrations in the Roald Dahl books are by Quentin Blake - I couldn't help notice that he is not been given credit! Sure they are from Roald Dahl stories, but shouldn't the artist be getting the acknowledgment here? just a thought...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful collection though :)
I've noticed your admiration for all things Ronald Dahl. Well, here is a fun book, I think you would enjoy:)
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