Catherine
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Cornelia Funke:
Hi Cornelia. I found out about your books after I saw the movie and learned that it was indeed based on a book (which the best movies are ;-)). I read Inkheart a couple times, and wanted to know more about Mo and Meggie's adventures with the Inkworld and was excited when I discovered it was the first in a trilogy. My question for you is where did you get the inspiration for the world and characters (Dustfinger Basta)?
Cornelia Funke
Dustfinger just showed up - he is one of the easiest characters I ever wrote, it was always so clear who he is. Paul Bethany said a similar thing to me, when he played him: He is so easy, Cornelia. He just wants to go home:) That he plays with fire I realized when I was watching fire eaters on a medieval market in Germany.
As for Basta - I find it slightly worrying how many of my readers like him. For me he is a character i pity. A broken thing, cruel and not very bright, and very eager to follow orders.
As for Basta - I find it slightly worrying how many of my readers like him. For me he is a character i pity. A broken thing, cruel and not very bright, and very eager to follow orders.
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Caylin
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Cornelia Funke:
Hi Cornelia, I was wondering if your second Mirrorworld novel, Fearless, had an illustrated version? I love my copy of Reckless with all of the artwork at the beginning of each chapter, as well as the Inkworld novels with pictures at the end of each chapter! If not, have you thought of doing so? I can imagine it is A LOT of work, and I am aware that you published Heartless (more work), but I was just curious. Thanks!
Daphneb.
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Cornelia Funke:
Hello Cornelia, I love your books! I've read inkheart so often that the cover is ripped! Now, my question is: when will reckless 3 come out? I can read it in Dutch or English so wichever comes first! I look forward to your reply! Liebe Grüße aus die Niederlande, Daphne
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