Why Did the Date Change? – Roald Dahl Fans
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In 2016 I received an e-mail from Sharon Eyre, who was curious about something. Sharon wrote: "I have looked all over the internet for the answer to my question-with no luck! This is a long shot. Do you know why the original film 'Golden ticket' date is 1st October? Really hope you can help!"
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Rishi Sunak backs Roald Dahl fans in war with publisher
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Publisher rolls back proposed changes to Roald Dahl books after backlash - ABC News
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Roald Dahl funny prize goes to 'disgusting and horrible' tale, Roald Dahl
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Roald Dahl rewrites: edited language in books criticised as 'absurd censorship', Roald Dahl
Heather E Heying on X: Roald Dahl's publisher changing his words after his death. Apparently we have perfect insight into what is good and right, having attained purity. It is only past
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Publisher rolls back proposed changes to Roald Dahl books after backlash - ABC News
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Netflix Acquires Roald Dahl Story Company, Sale Includes Catalog – The Hollywood Reporter
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Roald Dahl's books REWRITTEN to remove 'offensive' language to create world where no one is 'fat
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Roald Dahl children's books will be re-written to remove outdated language, Mandurah Mail