7 Writing Tips From Roald Dahl

7 Writing Tips From Roald Dahl

Learn 7 writing tips from Roald Dahl, one of the world’s best-loved authors, and discover what he believed writers need to succeed.

Roald Dahl was a British novelist, short story writer, poet, fighter pilot, and screenwriter. Born on 13 September 1916, he became one of the world’s bestselling authors. He is best known for his much-loved children’s books, including The Witches, James and the Giant PeachCharlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and The BFG. By the early 21st century, his books had sold more than 300 million copies worldwide. Today, 13 September is celebrated as Roald Dahl Day.

7 Writing Tips From Roald Dahl

Dahl shared these seven tips about what he believed a writer needed to make a living from writing.

Source for tips: https://www.roalddahl.com/create-and-learn/write/roald-dahl-on-writing

Follow this link for 13 of our favourite Roald Dahl quotes and read 5 Quite Interesting Facts About Roald Dahl.


by Amanda Patterson

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Posted on: 13th September 2016
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