Bulletin Board

Mr. Cornwell I forgot to add one last thing - why is it than in every battle or minor scuffle the phrase 'A bullet ricocheted off the wall two inches to the left of Sharpe's head' is used in some way or another? Couldn't he have had something else at risk? Rather than his head? -Hugo

Good evening Mr. Cornwell, I m a 24 years old Italian boy. I live in Milan and I follow you from 1998 when in the summer of that year, in Italy, the Excalibur's series went out. I say, with big pleasure, that Excalibur is the most beautiful book that I have never read in my life!!! It is really wonderful!!! I have read it 15 times! And I am serious! His works are excellent and very esteemed here in Italy! What was the final destination of Prydwen, after leaving Camlann? It is a thing that I have always asked myself! :-) I have read really many books about Artù but this saga is the best one. He does not have any comparison! I have seen also many films about the Arthurs history and I have never really appreciated them because for me the TRUE and GREAT Arthurs history is that inscription in the pages of his books. My biggest dream would be to see your Excalibur version on movie as Lord Of The Rings. (however I dont like Lord Of The Ring so much. I prefer historical history and not fantasy). I have read also other his books and I liked everyone! The best one for me will remain Excalibur forever! The Artù history, the man who never became king, God's enemy!!! Best regards from a very big fan!!! Antonio Ferraro (Milan - Italy)

I was browsing the bulletin board earlier and noticed someone criticising the ending of Excalibur which I thought was most excellent ...Scott Jones

Hello Mr Cornwell hope all is well. When I came to China I brought a number of your books to read. Another English teacher wanted to know if I had anything to read as she had read and reread her book supply. I gave her Sharpe's Honour as a test. Two days later she gave it back. " Anymore?" She asked. I gave her the Pale Horseman, The Lords of the North and Sharpe's Fury. All were read and returned in ten days. This Teacher is now a big fan. She is having more of your books sent from the U.S. When she gets back to the U.S. in late July expect a small rise in your sales. This past week in China has been a holiday. The same lady teacher was in Nanjing. She happened to stop by a bookstore. The only English book in the store was one of yours It was Heretic. One copy. Thankfully she bought it. Now I can reread it. We both look forward to your next book[s] regards Nicholas Langrick

Hi, Just finished listening to the Arthur stories. I loved them and they made my moterway journey so much more pleasurable in the mornings. I could relate so much to the relationship that Derfel had with Nimue. Oh to love and loath, we men have all had a Nimue in our lives's at one point. Big Al.

Mate I've just read 'some' of the questions you get asked. Fair dinkum you have the patience of job. Enjoy your books and looking forward to Sword Song. All the best, Mike

Thanks for your reply. Incidentally, four generations of males in my family have had the given name "Etheldred". I never realized how far back that name went! Stuart Carter

Just wanted to say a personal thank you for another incredible read. I'm a writer too but not very successful as far as sales of my only 2 books are concerned. Just about to start researching my first historical novel and knowing how much I appreciate the little encouragement I get, even a 'big' author like yourself may well need a bit of encouragement too from time to time (although judging by your website I'm not the first to write my appreciation of your skills!!) I've devoured a number of your books over the years but have only just read Fallen Angels. Different to Arthur perhaps, but characters, plot etc were stunning. I reread some paragraphs just for the pleasure of the beauty of your writing. Thanks for sharing your talent. Anne le Tissier

I enjoy all your books, and thought you might enjoy this clip. Just a regular guy building his own Stonehenge. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRRDzFROMx0. The technology is amazing in it's simplicity! Thanks for the many hours of enjoyment you have given me. Kevin Turner Chillicothe, Illinois

Mr Cornwell, I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know what a fantastic writer you are. I have read all of your books in the span of a little over 3 months and must say it was a fantastic 3 months! I find each and every one riveting. I have read a lot of historical fiction and you are, by far, the best purveyor of it. I won't ask what you're currently working on or what your plans are for future books because I don't care. I will read them and enjoy them immensely.

Martin Valenti