* Children's Fantasy: This is his most famous genre, with books like *Charlie and the Chocolate Factory*, *Matilda*, and *The BFG*. These stories often feature fantastical elements, quirky characters, and themes of good versus evil.
* Dark Fantasy: Dahl also explored darker themes in his children's books, often featuring scary or unsettling moments. *The Witches* and *James and the Giant Peach* are examples of this.
* Short Stories: Dahl was a prolific writer of short stories for adults, often with a macabre or humorous twist. Many were collected in anthologies like *Kiss Kiss* and *Someone Like You*.
* Autobiography: Dahl wrote two autobiographies, *Boy* and *Going Solo*, which recounted his childhood and experiences in the Royal Air Force.
While he is most known for his children's books, his adult short stories and autobiographical works demonstrate his versatility as a writer.