The Wizard of Oz is Australia's Dahl's children's literature was published in 1955. The novel is considered a classic science fiction novel and has received widespread praise and awards, including the following awards: 1. The 1956 BTL Prize for Best Children's Story. 2. The 1956 Best Children's Fictional Award, an indispensable book award in the history of British literature. 3. Best Children's Story at the Nebula Awards in 1955. Imperial College Library Association Children's Library Society Award for Best Children's Book, 1955. 5 The British Library Association Children's Library Society Award for Best Children's Book, 1955. In addition, the novel has been translated into many languages and has a wide readership around the world.