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June 9th marks the anniversary of Charles Dickens’ death, and a moment to pause and appreciate our main man, and one of the most unforgettable storytellers the world’s ever known. Though he passed away in 1870, Dickens is anything but forgotten. His books are still read, his characters still quoted, and his messages still ring true.

Dickens had a knack for making readers care. He didn’t just write about the poor or the powerless – he gave them names, faces, and unforgettable voices. Whether it was the scrappy Oliver Twist or the ghost-haunted Scrooge, his stories dug into big issues with heart, humor, and just the right amount of drama.

Dickens’ influence stretches far beyond just literature. He helped shape the way we think about the holidays, social justice, and the power of redemption. And honestly… without him? Well… Christmas might be just a little less merry!

In the grand scheme of things, Dickens gave us much more than just stories – he gave us perspective. His influence spilt far beyond only literature. Dickens helped shape our ideas about Christmas cheer, yes, but also about child-welfare laws, and he even serialized storytelling as we know it. Put simply – every time we root for an underdog… we owe him thanks.

So today, we tip our hats to the novelist who set some truly Great Expectations for all the storytellers who have followed. Here’s to remembering him with gratitude today!