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In 1971 I completed a degree in Medieval History. Except for a brief trip to Great Britain I've had very little chance to utilize or even discuss my research on the longbow or fighting techniques. This week I discovered you and your Grail Series. Your description of the battle of Crecy not only brought to life some of my faded studies but gave me a "you-are-there" experience. It was perfectly marvelous. Of course I'll now read all your other books. Thank you so much! Anna M. Swain

Hello Mr Cornwell, I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your books especially the Sharpe series, although I do not like the new covers for Havoc & Escape. Much preferred the old covers with a rifleman on them. I have just found out there will be another Thomas Hookton book later this year so that will be something to look forward to. I am really enjoying Sharpes Escape and hope this will not be the last Sharpe book. Many thanks Regards Deb Wright

Hello Bernard, hope you are well, got a signed Sharpe's Escape for my father when you recently signed at Waterstones in Ledenhall, London, it went down a treat so wanted to say thank you, looking forward to the new book in October, anymore thought on Sanderman making a reapperance? Once again thank you for the cracking books and please try and bring Hakeswill back! Pete

I'm sure you are bored of people praising the Sharpe series, and indeed, you are probably far more proud of your many other works, however they are truly fantastic. I'm probably quoting a critic to say that it's blend of sub-plot and historical action is AMAZING! Equally with the Grail Quest, and I have not as yet had the priviledge of reading any other works, though Stonehenge is on my shelf waiting to be read. I was merely wondering if you intended to continue filling bits in here and there in the Sharpe series. Also, surely at a time when Master and Commander has just grossed so highly at the Box Office, Sean Bean could return to Sharpe with a larger budget for Sharpe's Waterloo? Thanks. Edward Bell

My favourite author is coming here to Toronto!!! Having read everything you've had published, in fact getting hooked on each of the series, I've watched literally with baited breath for the next book from your gifted pen. I was so pleased to learn that you are coming here, then realised that it was on a day that leaves me out of commission and unable to be at the gathering. Devastated would be a good word. Thanks for the many hours of reading pleasure you have given me and will continue to give me (I'm starting back through Sharpe again). Good luck on your Toronto visit and, in absentia, I'll issue you a warm Canadian welcome on that day. Phillip Day, Toronto

I know you have previously rejected the idea of making a film of the Warlord chronicles, saying that it would be too expensive. But I believe it would be worth spending time to find out if it could be done. I thank you for your wonderful ability to give me so much happiness through your storytelling. Mike

Just a word of thanks for all your work. I am a career soldier and read your books as you above other authors of historical fiction seem to understand what our business is about. This fact struck me once a few years back in an operation in Bosnia. During a lull in our operation, I opened my copy of (I think) Sharpe's Triumph. One of my soldiers offered to trade another book when I'd finished it. It reminded me of a scene in one of the Sharpe films where two riflemen trade for a copy of a Voltaire. I thought that very fitting and a bit ironic. Again, thanks for all the effort. It is truly appreciated. Randall Eskew

Bernard: Thanks for actually answering my question about the fate of Sharpe's Indian treasure trove. Sharpe's Prey did the trick. I know that this would be impossible. Imagine Sharpe at the Battle of New Orleans against Old Hickory. I don't think that Sharpe would have been "arunnin' on down the Mississippi to the Gulf of Mexico." Guy Orr

Read Arthur series-fabulous, have read many other Arthur tales, but love your historical & more true to his times storyline. Just read Gallows Thief-great entertainment-historical insights & lingo wonderful-felt like I had dropped back in time. Our library only had these-Am tickled to know theres MUCH more B.Cornwell. Myword you are prolific sir; the historical research, language, characters - women as well done as the men, subjects you've chosen. Didn't imagine novel re:newgate would be so entertaining-will try the Sharpe novels- had not, after discovered their existence because thot not like man/adventure/war novel that well. BUT PERHAPS I will. No need for any answers back, just kudos to you. JC

Mr Cornwell I have just enjoyed reading 'Sharpe's Escape'. Thank you for another very entertaining book. I was wondering if you have ever read any of Harry Turtledove's books in his Great War and American Empire series. He has the same punchy and entertaining style of writing as you, though far be it from me to draw comparisons. It just strikes me as the kind of book you yourself might enjoy as a reader. Best wishes Andy