Indeed it is and his publishers are celebrating with a new anniversary edition which includes more details of his life and world.
His creator, Sue Townsend, became one of the UK's most popular comic writers.
Celebrating its 75th birthday this year is The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien - the prequel to the cult classic
Lord of the Rings.
Did you love or hate Lord of the Rings? and did you read The Hobbit ?
Tell us what you thought of these books - and have you read any other diaries or journeys through life which you have enjoyed?
