That's according to a new survey to mark World Book Day.
Enid Blyton's "Famous Five" have been voted the most loved children's books of all time.
A new survey of 2,000 adults for World Book Day today, found the classic novel to be a fan favourite followed by "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
Surprisingly, the Harry Potter series came in 17th place.
Sasha Connolly, from Midland Books in Tullamore, says Roald Dahl is still very popular:
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