Your Questions

Sir, two things, I am moving to England to be with my long time girl, Angie Best. I was wondering if you could recommend any shops that might have antique collectible items from British/French wars?

Second, I am a massive fan of the Sharpe series, mainly because I come from the same background as Sharpe and lived very much a similar life. Have you ever considered doing the series in animation? I think you could really capture the characters this way. Best, Mark

Hello Bernard, I am a History graduate with a keen interest in the political radicalism of the early 1800s. I am also a keen fan of your Sharpe books, but notice that you did not write 'Sharpe's Justice', in the same manner as most of your other stories were adapted for films by Eoghan Harris. I am keen to know if the scene involving Sharpe and local yeomanry in Keighley square was based (on a much smaller scale) by the reports by the Lancashire radical, Samuel Bamford, describing the scene at the Peterloo Massacre in 1819. Sources suggest that Patrick Harbinson wrote 'Justice' for the film, but this is difficult to confirm. Please tell me if this is true, so I can try to contact him regarding his research. Very best wishes, (and looking forward to 'Agincourt!), Chris Westhead.

Hi Bernard, I have just finished reading The Burning Land and completely loved it! I couldn't put it down - like all of your other books! Do you have any thoughts on how many books are left to write in the series? It's awful - I really want to know what happens to Uhtred but Idon't want the books to stop!! Thank you so much for all your hard work that obviously goes into these projects. Best Wishes, Kelsey

Just finished "Sword Song" and I enjoyed it very much. Aetheflaeda d' Wessex was my great xxxxxxxxxxxgrandmother. I love historical novels and especially when they depict my relatives, whether fictional or non-fictional. I have published three novels thusfar and appreciate great writing. I am related to Uchred I d' Northumbria, not sure if that is the same Uhtred of Babbenburg? Related to all the d' Mercia's clan as well- Lady Godiva was also my great xxxgrandmother on my mother's maternal Hook side as were most of the royalty in Wales, Scotland, England, Spain, France, etc. I will most definitely check out your other works! Again, I enjoyed the story. Take care, Donna Marie Robie W ESSEX,

AETHEFLAEDA, LADY (869-918) (ENGLISH) wed Ealdorman Etherlred 1. Alfred The Great Wessex, King of England (849-899)- England wed Aethelswitha d Mercia (852-905) 2. Aethelwulf d Wessex (b.806)- Wessex, England wed Osburga d Wessex (b.810)- England 3. Egbert Wessex , King of England ** (b.775-839)- England wed Raedburh (unknown surname) ** (EGBERT- FIRST FORMAL KING OF ENGLAND)

Dear Bernard. Kudos on the writing! Quick question though, what are your links with Wales? I'm a Welshman, who proudly speaks the Welsh mothertongue, and I've noticed that you seem to have a fondness for my country! What with the names of places, the characters from Warlord and Uhtreds, and Agincourt, with the Welsh archers often being mentioned alongside the English. Any links with the country? Also, don't spose you have plans for a Owain Glyndwr book?

Last question! Have you read any of George R R Martin's books? The Ice and Fire series, because I noticed that he places several of your books on his reading list. I am impatiently waiting for his next book to come out, as he does not seem to be a very prolific writer, whereas you pump out books at an extraordinary rate! Anyway, sorry for waffling, and keep up the good work

Owen

Greetings, I just received a copy of The Burning Land, no big deal, except I ordered it from the UK on the 6th and here it is the 13th in Philadelphia, Pa. I did not care to wait until Mid January 2010 I will most likely will read it all tonight, darn you Cornwell, you are addictive reading, lol. A question about my favorite reading, Sharpe, Did you perchance get the name Vivar as in Blas Vivar from the last name of "El Cid"? I have all the Sharpe novels as well as the DVDs I just finished re-reading them all over again and into the 3rd dvd. I am very thankful, you place Historical notes at the end of most Sharpe books. I have read a number of books from those listed. Longford, Harvey, loved the 95th book, please continue. Thank you for indulging my reading pleasure and I look forward to the final Nate Starbuck novel. Regards, Don Wishnow

Dear Mr. Cornwell! Sorry, but my English is not the best, but I hope, you understand me! I read the Saxon Stories, but I cannot find the fifth Book in German. When will the book be translated? Do you know the month? With great thanks for an answer Arno Hoffmann

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I really enjoy to read your books. But do you know when will "The Burning Land" will available in German language ? Best regards, Bernd Clasani

Dear Mr. Cornwell I am a massive fan of your work, of some 20 years' standing, and have revelled first in the Sharpe series, then the Arthurian and Grail trilogies; and more latterly on the Saxon series, which I have enjoyed enormously. However (and not wanting to sound like an anorak) your introduction to The Burning Land has completely thrown me. As an unwilling (!!) resident of West Drayton, I was immediately bucked up to see that it (in the form of Thorney Island) was to feature in the story. Having looked this up on the Web, however, it seems that TI was in fact the spot on the Thames where Westminster was built. Am I missing something? PS: (And now I know that I have turned into an anorak) There is no Tube at W. Drayton; although the GWR mainline station was regarded as serving the Tube network beyond Ealing for a period: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Closed_London_Underground_stations Please don't (I am sure that you will not) be discouraged by these carping observations; and please keep entertaining us with your fabulous works. PPS: Any chance of a sequel to Azincourt. I am agog. With kindest regards Rod Riley

I have enjoyed many, many of your books. Hooked by the Starbucks Chronicles, but all other series, too. I hoped for a follow up book in Starbucks. I have wondered for sometime if you would consider a book on the Pueblo Indians of the Mesa Verde area. After reading Stonehenge, it seemed a natural. If you haven't visited the area, I think you would be taken in by the mystery of life there. I look forward to more great history from you on the USA.
Bill Gerrow

Mr.Cornwell, I've just finished reading your American series re 'Starbuck',excellent.When will you consider continuing it to its ultimate conclusion?,I'm eagerly awaiting its continuation. I have read Motley's 'Rise of the Dutch Republic',fortunately an early edition,back in 1978,found in the UK,prior to my move to work and live in the Netherlands,which I shared with my NL Managing Director,when I asked how he found it,his response was "exceptional,but annoying that it was written by a 'Buitenlander'". an incredible. Have you ever considered covering that portion of History? As you are probably aware it is considered the only true 'unofficial' History of the founding of the Netherlands,from its period when Charles V,born in 'Utrecht' and was fond of 'William of Orange',making his own son Phillip jealous of William. Motley's books were extremely detailed and so well researched on the facts,which still read as easily as a novel. I have read the majority of your books. I particularly enjoyed your last 'Azincourt',which I read prior to going into the Starbuck series. Few People know about Motley. Thankyou for you work,which gives me great pleasure to read,and thankyou for maintaining reality to historical facts with your fictional creations. Sincerely Jon Mathers