Your Questions

I'm a massive fan and have read almost all your books. I went to Normandy recently and it struck me that you could write a brilliant book about the Battle of Hastings/the year 1066. Its got everything! Its very well known about (though few specific details so you could get away with a few 'tweaks'), got TWO battles, and has some great historic figures that you could bring to life.(Harald Hardrada comes to mind). Plus you could write from the English, Dane or Norman perspective. (or all of them!) Please consider it as a possible future idea. Max Samson P.S. I promise I won't sue you if you use it, but please reply because if you don't I might.
Max Samsom

I have just started to read the Sharpe series of books and started with Sharpe's Rifles, as it was the first book in the TV series. I would like to continue reading the series but am confused as to what order I should read them in? I can't decide as to whether I should go back in time to read the books in the order they were written, or read them in the chronological order? Apologies if this has already been answered before! Thanks and keep up the good work! Simon

hello Mr Cornwell, I have read all of your Sharpe books as well as some others of yours. I was wondering what the role was of the RSM in a Regiment, and who had more influence with the men, the RSM or the officers? Thankyou for taking time to answer my question. Josh

Hello Mr. Cornwell. First of all I would like to say I am a huge fan of your. You are a marvelous story teller, I am particularly fond of you books on Arthur. They are great books. Well Mr. Cornwell I was wondering if you had thought of trying to get "The Winter King" and company made into major motion pictures? My father and I believe, with the right director and some decent actors, they could be hugely successful films. I have actually been going through the list of characters and matching actors that may fit that nitch. Well Mr. Cornwell...I was just wondering if you had thought of doing this or if was a possability in the future? Keegan Butters

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I've read most of the frequently asked questions on your web site. I noticed a couple that broached the subject of your Authur trilogy being made into a movie. Your answers were very brief and negative on the subject. I've read many of your books and am particulary impressed with the Authur books. In my opinion, they are the best Authur stories that I've ever read or heard of. I cannot begin to describe to you how good I thought they were. After I read them I began thinking about JRR Tolkein and the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. Peter Jackson took Tolkein's trilogy and turned it into a cinematic master piece. I think that he could do this with your Authur trilogy. Have you really considered this? I hope you will. Scott Young

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I met you shortly after you published Rebel (in Boca Raton, FL). I've read and listened to (via Audible.com and my iPod) the Starbuck Chronicles. I'm disappointed that the Chronicles end with the Battle of Antietam (or Sharpsburg if you're a Rebel). When, if ever, are the adventures of Nate Starbuck to continue? Respectfully, JEJ

Dear Mr Cornwell Am 71 years old - would love to see the next book in the Starbuck Chronicles. There are many of us looking for another book - we have waited so long. Kenneth Crawford

In doing my genealogy I have found I have a strong interest in the Civil War. Your Starbuck Chronicles were wonderful. I like your style of writing and the historical facts you weave into the story. The 4th book was published on 1996. Will there be more in the series? Thanks for your response. Jan Bechtel

Hello. Is there any chance of Starbuck making a comeback? Neil Brockie

I was just reading through the FAQ page and heard that a new film was going to be made. I was just wondering will Sean Bean still play Sharpe? Paul Hartley

Dear Mr Cornwell, I was wondering if you knew of any plans to re-issue Coat of Arms ? Keep up the good work. Keith

First off I want to say I loved meeting you last year in Vancouver, and the friends that you signed the Sharpe books for say they owe me big time. I did purchase Sharpe's Havoc and plan on re-reading all the Sharpe novels again, but am wondering where this one fits in the list (the inside leaf lists all the books in chronological order, but doesn't include this one in the list) And is there a new Sharpe coming out anytime soon (might I want to wait to start them again?) Thanks Donna

Hi Mr Cornwell, my name is Marcos, I´m 28 yrs old and I´m from Brazil. I have to say that your books are an amazing experience to me. The Arthur Trilogy is pure perfection... I tried to read other books about Arthur after the trilogy (as Alan Massie´s) and I just can´t finish them cause I miss Derfel or think they´re too shallow compared to your books. Congratulations, I always loved Arthur legends and you made the most amazing books about it. I have some silly questions about this trilogy: 1. About Nimue... what do you think that happened to her after the last battle ? I can´t imagine other ending for her than trying to find Excalibur in the ocean for the rest of her days. She dies trying and got back to Manawydan. But how about the creator. 2. Why you decided to create a Lancelot so different for the ordinary version ? It was a huge surprised to me when I read it. Any particular option for this or you decided to put Derfel in his "hero" place. 3. Have you seen "King Arthur" movie ? Did you like it ? Let´s face it... that Bors from the movie is a obviously copy of your Culhwch. 4. Have you ever considered taking the Arthur trilogy to the big screen ? Any fave actor for playing Derfel ? 5. Your books are a huge success in Brazil. Do you have any plans to visit us someday ? 6. In Artur trilogy, the christianity was starting to spread it´s tentacles in Britain. But it didn´t started earlier, when Roman Empire took the island ? Mr Cornwell, thanks for your books... they were a very special moment in my life. I have a 1 yr old daughter, and this books will definitely be the first ones she will read. All the best for you.

Dear Mr Cornwell.I am reading your magnificent, entertaining Sharpe books. I first got hooked on Sharpe through the tv series and I am a great fan. I am currently reading the last few chapters of the third book, Sharpe`s Fortress. While shopping in WH Smiths for the next book, I found that the other Sharpe books are in the US version. I would like to keep the UK version so to your knowledge have the publishers changed the cover? is there a difference in the book at all? Secondly, I have read that you have included other Sharpe stories that fit between the chronological order in the book. Are these books a follow on to the next book, or are they cleverly "slotted" in so are not needed to be read to follow the story line? Thirdly, (sorry to go on!) you say that you dont have any spare copies of Sharpe`s Company or Sharpe`s Sword. Are they hard to come by or is there another reason? Thank you for having the time to read my questions, and I look forward to your reply. I wish you well, yours Sean Hyder