Your Questions

Hi Bernard, I have just started reading your books (Saxon Series) and also 1st in Grail Series. I wondered if you had ever planned to write about the great history of events that surround the years when Robert the Bruce of Scotland was fighting for independence against that awful English King, Edward I? Think you could make a great series out of that. I am enjoying your style of writing immensely. Thanks. Dubhglas Taylor

dear sir I have now finished all of the grail quest and and the first four saxon books....your books totally blow me away, I enjoy them greatly....I can't wait till the new saxon book is finished, if you have even started it. I finished Sword Song in two days...I read your page about not requesting certain things and I truly understand but I do a have a question about something; was Genevieve an early example of Christians that didn't believe they needed a priest to talk to God or some saint, so was she part of the movement that lead to such forms of Baptist or Methodists seeing as how they believe they can speak to God directly? thank you for hearing my question.... Kevin

Hello Mr. Cornwell, I just finished Sword Song. I loved it and I am anciously awaiting the next book in the series. have you thought about writing anything about High King Brian Borou. I read a book about him called "The Lion of Ireland" by Morgan Llywelyn and would love to see your perspective on his life. please do not take this an idea for a story as the idea has already been used but I have fallen in love with your discriptive writing and would love to read something about him through your eyes. Kevin

Hope you are well, my good friend Paul squire is a big fan of yours, having collected all the Sharpe books over the years. He also enjoyed your Arthur Trilogy and was talking about it this morning. I have a question. He mentioned in one of the books a character talking about a religion 2000 years before the bible where someone died, was resurrected and had 12 disciples. This intrigued me, as Paul has told me that you base your books on fact as much as possible. What religion was this? I know that the Bible as we know it was cribbed from many other religions - Egyptian and Pagan stories to name but 2, but this sounded really interesting. All the best, I should really have a read of one of your books (sad Star Wars geek here!) Mark Newbold

Mr. Cornwell, first and foremost I must say that I am a huge fan of your writings and entirely agree with you with regard to my favourite books of yours, the warlord chronicles are, in my opinion, unparalleled for any novel or series of novels that I have read that encompass the murky transition from a Romano-British Society to the faction that you correctly called Englaland. As harsh as this may sound, I am not pleased for you with regards to the success of your Sharpe novels, and that is not a criticism for I have read, fully enjoyed and own all Sharpe novels, however, many people know you only for the exploits of Sean in the television series and I find it disappointing that people trudge through their literary lives without having absorbed The Warlord Chronicles, The Grail Quest and The 'Saxon stories' regarding Uhtred. Incidentally, my A-level history coursework was on the real life Uhtred, betrayed in 1016, one of your ancestors I believe and I have studied him further and the reign of Aethelred the 'Unraidy'. To summarise, I am a huge fan and eagerly await the next book after Sword Song and would dearly like to know some of the background reading you employed to obtain the knowledge of the Arthurian period prior to the writing of the Warlord Chronicles, aside from Roman historians as it is my belief that Gildas' views, while seemingly comtemporary can only be discarded when delving into the lifestyles of the true Britons, such as Derfel. Thank you for writing at a continually high standard and long may it continue. Your fan, Thomas. Ps: If you were to use a name akin to Thomas for a passing character in any possible future novels containing Uhtred, then I would be honoured to meet your ancestor and a man I have studied. To meet Uhtred in between the covers of your books would truly make my year and I eagerly await your reply.

I am a huge fan of all of your works and have a huge collection of your books. I have recently been enjoying the Saxon Stories. In Sword Song you hint that Uhtred's journey will continue. Will he go north? I look forward to reading any new works. Breffni

Dear Mr.Cornwell, I am an avid reader and I thoroughly enjoy the Arthur Books and the Saxon Stories. I know that the Arthur stories are now complete and put to rest but the Saxon Stories are amazing and I was wondering when the next book would be coming. I've already read both series twice and enjoy picking up things that I have missed. You have been very consistent with the publishing of the books and I was curious to how long I will have to wait for the next adventure of Uhtred. Also, not to imply any readership disloyalty but would you mind sharing any Authors or works that I might also enjoy while waiting for the next Saxon Story. I love reading your work but after reading the Arthur, Saxon, and Grail Quests I'm running out of material. If you could help me out that would be great! Thanks for your time and amazing stories! Marty

I've just finished Sword Song, and i love the tales of Uhtred. Are there anymore tales / books coming out in the near future? If not any ideas as to when and what are you currently working on? I've read almost all the others, just a couple of Sharpe ones left. Thank you. Karl Sykes

Dear Mr Cornwell,Could you please tell me when the next book in the Alfred series will be out -Sword Song seems so long ago; my son and I are getting desperate. Also I am a Christian and fail to see what other Christians are complaining about- sadly many, many so called Christians over the centuries have been anything but. You may (or may not) like Christianity but we're not all a load of self-righteous moaners. Lots of people hated Jesus as well!!! Please can we have book 5 soon. Christine Jones.

Dear Mr Cornwell Having just read 'Sword Song' I am keen to read the next installment, can you give me an expected release date. Keep up the great work. Regards Tony Wilson

We are hooked on the Saxon stories.... when is Uhtred's next adventuring going to start?? Anxiously awaiting the follow up to Sword Song. Michele

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I must admit, I am a huge fan of yours, I'm now reading the Grail Quest, but already have read The Arthur Books, some of Sharpe's books and the saxon stories, and that is the reason for this email; do you have any idea of a continuation after the Sword song book? I must have read the first three books at least twice and can hardly wait for your next book. And I am already waiting for Azincourt. Regards, Ian

firstly Thanks for all your books, they make my days at work more enjoyable. Secondly, as you like boats are you considering writing a book about Edward teach, captain Morgan or any other pirate as i think these will be a great read. If not do you know of any authors that have? Darren Dixson

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I first read the Arthur series two years ago and am now enjoying the Saxon series. I visited England 30 years ago and had the time of my life! It is nice to read these stories and know the land your characters were walking on. In both of these series you mention how progress came to a halt once the Romans had gone. Do any of your books deal with that period of English history? I am a die-hard fan of ancient Rome and my life time hero is Julius Caesar. I would love to read your version of what took place in England from the time he first set foot there. Sincerely, Karen

Are you going to write book set in Roman times?
Tom Mitchell