Your Questions

Hey,

I'm a fan. I hope this doesn't violate the part about not sending ideas for books, but how come almost nothing has been written about Charles La Tour? As an amateur historian and a fan of historical fiction the subject fascinates me and has never been done. I'm not a writer or a lawyer. Just sayin'.

Best wishes,

Ron

Good morning Mr. Cornwell .

I read excalibur books when I was a teenager. I compared with other books on that theme ,I still think your books are the best ever  and touched my heart. I want to know a detail that is still impressed in my memory after 18 years: the challenges druids must acquire by destiny   (maybe I will be wrong but I don' t have the book under my nose actually). It starts with a scar in the pride,in the mind and in the body. The Character of Nimue had her three scars to become wise.Where did you take inspiration for this? In my opinion is a beautiful metaphore,I am curios to know where is the limit between celtic folklore and your writing.

Valeria

Now that Uhtred is growing old and soon his stories will have to end, sadly, there will be more topics you can write about. Have you considered Charlemagne because there isn't much about him. How about Charles Martel? There is little of him also. Thanks for all the great stories, especially Uhtred!

Tom

Dear Mr Cornwell,

May I add to the many thanks for providing many hours of escapist joy across many centuries. I am a fan of the Saxon Stories in particular - it's a fascinating period.

My question is: roughly how long do you spend researching compared to writing? Do you prepare up front then write, or research as you go along?

Looking forward to more Uhtred soon.

Ben Tidman

 

I have thoroughly enjoyed your books over the years but my favorite fictional books of all time are the Warlord Chronicles. I have listened to them as audiobooks so many times over and I still enjoy listening to the tales of Derfel, Arthur, Galahad and the many more brothers in arms that occupy those pages. I have recommended this series many times to my own family and others.

I wonder if there have ever been thoughts to take this series to the screen? I truly believe that they would be wildly successful in the realms of Braveheart and Lord of the Rings. I could see a successful trilogy of movies here that many of us would absolutely support.

I have many times wished that I could put my ideas to paper like you and other authors do but until the time that I actually put myself out there and try (if ever) I intend to enjoy the books of my favorite authors like yourself. Take care and I wish you well.

Lee

 

Hello Mr. Cornwell,

Is there any chance one day that your Arthur trilogy could be put to film like The Last Kingdom series? I love the books on Uhtred and the TV series but your novels on Derfel and Arthur are the absolute best I have ever read!

Best Regards,

Rick Brimble

I must say first off, your writing style is incredible.  I have actually turned my father into a fan of yours after giving your name as an example of an author who can paint a picture in your head with words ( my father is dabbling in writing and was struggling in that area).  My question for you is have you ever thought about writing something in the Sci-Fi genre possibly set in the future? I'm a huge fan and just love everything you write, especially the Warlord Chronicles! I cant wait for the day they make that into a show!!

George Wilburn

Mr. Cornwell,

Thus far I've read thirteen of your books, including the Grail Quest Series and most of the Last Kingdom Series.  My introduction to your work was "1356" which I listened to on audio cassette and also read.  This led me to the Grail Series.  Question: Do you have plans for another Thomas of Hookton novel?  Since he was the first of your characters that I encountered I am nostalgic to hear more of him.  You gave him a quick epilogue in "Agincourt" but there were plenty of scoundrel priests in England to confront him in his retirement..

Keith Biesiada

Would you know which of your books the second series of the last kingdom is based on as I would much like to read the next book in the series.

Many Thanks,

Jeremy Dearing

Hope you are in rude health. I see one fan wants you to live until 90 - I would prefer 100 - by my reckoning that's at least another 10 books !

Just a quick question, and one you may not as yet know the answer to - Is there any indication that a third series will be made to continue Uhtred's tale on the small screen? Enjoying it immensely and even more fun when Mum visits and I spoil the scenes by telling her what will happen (she hasn't read the books). I did refuse to tell her though whether Uhtred betrays Alfred

Andy Green

Hello Mr. Cornwell,

I was wondering about your depiction of the Frankish forces in the Arthur tales---You have them armed with (among other things) short throwing spears. I have read about the Franks being famous for their throwing axes, the francesca (?), but you make no mention of this. What is the reason for this? Were they not using this anymore? I'm very curious! Thank you.

Clayton Hinkle