Thread: Roald Dahl Children's Books Being Rewritten
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Old 02-18-2023, 09:09 PM   #16
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The Roald Dahl Story Company confirmed it began a review into the books alongside publishers Puffin in 2020, and that any changes made were “small and carefully considered”.
So it sounds like the estate is the one making the changes.

I don't think bowdlerization is a good thing. These books are classics.

Just saying it sounds like its the rights holders making these changes.
Thanks, I should have paid closer attention.

Since a publisher holds rights, I am still curious how far those extend, in theory and practice. (i'm guessing they are more careful about overstepping for prominent or litigious authors.)
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