Was Sharpe's father a historical character or fictional?
Kyle Prince
Fictional, probably, or maybe not
Dear Sir, I've almost every book that you published except Thief Gallows. They're terrific. Now that you published 'the Fort' I would like to ask you what other authors would you suggest for the AWI and French-Indian Wars? Are going to expand your books for those periods? Keep on writing for I surely keep on reading. Thank you.
Paulo Liberato
Off the top of my head I can only think of the splendid Kenneth Roberts . . . and right now I don't have plans to follow his footsteps any farther, sorry.
Hello there Mr Cornwell. Big fan of the Sharpe series, and was wondering about his father... Could it be a Highwayman?
Vincent Ascher
Sorry, no . . . . but getting slightly (only slightly) warm
Bernard, I am a latecomer to your Warlord chronicles which I really enjoyed, I read them in a remote and wild part of Cornwall which seemed to add to the experience! My question is if a movie or tv series were ever to be be commissioned, who would be your ideal Arthur?, and which is your favourite of any tv or film Arthurs?. Thanks Pat
I honestly have no idea, really, none! It's not something I ever think about! There are extremely clever casting directors who do that thinking and as long as they promise not to write books I'll promise not to suggest actors, okay?
Hello Bernard Ive recently ploughed through the "saxon stories" again in preparation for the new one & really cant wait to spend a few days ignoring the 21st century (and my wife..!!!) as I get to grips with it. I have spoken to you before regarding Caerleon and its role in your "Warlord" series & was wondering if you seen the recent discoveries made there. It seems that this little welsh village was at one time possibly the most important military port in Roman Britain. I live 5 mins away from it & never miss the opportunity to take in the history of the place & have enjoyed reading about Derfel's flight from Isca down the river Usk whilst being sat on its banks...Talk about atmospheric..!!!!
I'd also like to ask your opinion on G.R.M Martins "Game of Thrones" & the other books in the series. I have just finished his latest & I have really enjoyed them. I read somewhere that your work was an influence & that was one of the first things I thought on reading his books Finally would you be able to advise me on any good historical fiction on the anglo-welsh wars..?? Thankyou once again for all your work I have had the pleasure of reading it provides a very welcome escape from reality t.v. & overpaid sportsman...!!! Lee Davies Newport GWENT
I haven't seen much of the recent discoveries, though they don't surprise me. The existence of the amphitheatre at Caerleon (and the other buildings) are indicators of just how important the place was to the Romans. It's been much too long since I visited, but we always enjoyed our time there - lucky you to live so close!
I'm reading the first book now and much enjoying it! I think it's quite splendid and wonderfully imaginative!
Dear Bernard I have read all of the Sharpe Book's , The Starbuck chronicles,The fort ,Redcoat,Scoundrel,The Burning Land And I have just read A free Sampler Death Of Kings when is the Book being released? all the other books you worte I have not read yet::
mervyn j c rickard
Death of Kings will be released in the UK on 29 September, in the US in January 2012.
When will there be a unabridged audio book of the warlord chronicles available. I have been looking for a long time and no luck. Abridged versions are useless to me. Thank you.
Donald J Reed
The Warlord Chronicles are now available for Kindle at both Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com. I still don't know if a new audio version of these books will be available any time soon.....sorry!
Hi Mr. Cornwell. I just learned that the paperback of The Fort will not be available in the States until January 3rd, and the hardcover of Death of Kings until January 17th! I know your influence in these things is limited, but could you talk to your publisher anyway, just in case you might be able to change their minds and move it up a couple of months? These things mean a lot to your fans. Alan Kempner
I will pass your comments along...
Dear Mr Cornwell: I have read your entire list, some twice, and love your writing. Have you ever considered writing about William Marshall? He was real, at an interesting period, his life is well documented except for the time he spent with King Richard on Crusade, and he was probably very involved there. He lived with a sword in his hand for over 70 years, and rose to rule England for three years. He is more interesting than Robin Hood. Thank you for your consideration.
Rick
I have thought about it, but life is short . . . so I somehow doubt I'll ever get round to him. But never say never. Maybe?
Will your soon-to-be-released book come in unabridged audio? I am a great fan. Thanks.
Alan Levith
Yes, an unabridged audio version read by Stephen Perring is available at Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.