Before he wrote about giant peaches, chocolate factories, and friendly giants, Roald Dahl had his own incredible real-life adventures. Step into the fascinating life of one of the world's greatest storytellers. You will discover how a young boy with a big imagination grew up to create some of the most beloved children's books in history. His life was just as exciting and surprising as his stories. You will follow him from his tricky days at a strict English boarding school to his thrilling adventures flying fighter planes during World War II. Along the way, you will learn the secrets behind how he came up with his most famous characters and wild plots. Packed with fun facts and detailed illustrations, this biography brings the author's extraordinary journey to life. Find out how a regular person with a love for secrets and a wicked sense of humor turned his wildly inventive ideas into magical books that kids everywhere still love to read today.