* It was a highly successful book: "The Witches" was a critical and commercial success, becoming one of Dahl's most beloved works.
* Dahl won other awards: He won numerous awards for his writing, including the prestigious Whitbread Book Award (now the Costa Book Award) for "The BFG" in 1982.
* Awards are subjective: The lack of a specific award for "The Witches" doesn't diminish its quality or impact. It simply means that it didn't win any of the specific awards that were considered at the time.
It's worth remembering that awards are often subjective and don't always reflect the true impact or legacy of a work. "The Witches" has certainly left a lasting mark on children's literature, regardless of specific awards.