Ask Paulo!

[Anas]

I very much liked the book 'The Alchemist'. But a question that keeps running in my mind is, how did the author get the idea of the book? And how can someone leave his life, for searching of a treasure, that might not even exist? Does the author tell people by the book to run after their dreams, all the time?!
And, why really can't people open up their minds for things that was never dreamt of?? As mentioned in the book, one can communicate with surroundings, each move is a communication that's not understandable by people, but who open their minds would even at least try to.
My last question can be, how can someone who's first language is not english improve his language?? Like, can Paulo suggest some of his books which can help in increasing English standards..?

[Anand]

Hi paulo
I want to know how do you decide that story should end here? why not taking it further, as a story has multiple dimensions, how do you put an end all at one point.

[DuskRose]

I did read many f your books and I love them I have been always meaning to ask what is it that inspired you to write ?
And what is it that helps you arrange your ideas?
And what is it that inspired you to right eleven minutes ?

And thank you!

[Tony]

Hi Paulo,

My name is Tony, and I just have a simple question. Do you have any plans to come to the Houston, Texas, USA and when?

Thanks

[Fernando]

Hi Paulo,
Yestreday I was watching an interesting a documentary called: "The game of the death" it was about the power of television. And I was wondering, what do you think about this topic? I mean, the television. In your opinion, what kind of programs the networks must produce in Latin American?

[Christopher]

Dear Paulo Coelho,

I wanted to ask you two questions:
What did you hoped to achieve with your writing?
How have you changed and evolved as you developed your topics and writing ability?

Many thanks

Chris

[Salma]

My question: which book do you feel you've written best and makes you proudest?
And thank you for your wonderful books; The Alchemist is a personal favorite in my personal library and I can't wait to read more of your works!

[Razan]

Hello Paulo,

First I want to ask you, what is " life" in your perspective? And how do you know you are on the right path?

What is inner peace?

How do you get inspired writing a book? Do you have any struggles?

And last, how can you get someone to be interested with reading?

Thank you

[Felicia]

In my times of despair during my depression, this book gave me hope and inspiration. I want to thank you for that. Your book was part of our "Book of the Month" in our book club and came highly recommeded. What happened to the Englishman left in the Oasis trying to produce gold out of plumbum via Alchemy? There's no telling of his success or failure...will there be a sequel?

[Sheroz]

I love your books. What inspired you to write Aleph as i could not understand the basic concept of meeting people in future whom you have met in previous life. Please correct me if i could not absorb the idea. Meditation can be one way to see future and past in current life. Do you believe in more than one life?

[Flora]

Hello Mr.Paulo Coelho
My question to you is that... Should we ignore the Humans and our feelings for them... for a dream that is the reason of you being alive..?? waiting eagerly for your answer..! :)

[Razaan]

Did "The Alchemist" have any parts that actually you have been through in real life?

[Shaimaa]

I am Egyptian. And I think everybody knows what a political chaos we are living recently, sometimes it is hard for me to recognize my own country...
My question is, Paulo, is how do I keep the faith in a better future when everything around you is falling apart, when nothing, absolutely nothing, gives you hope.
How do I keep on going??

[Francoise]

I have read the exerpt on Love from Manuscript found in Accra. I was surprised to see that it sounded so much like "The Prophet" by Khalil Gibran. Was this done on purpose?

[Ibrahim Rahal]

Hi Mr. Paulo;
Don't you think that the financial outcome you received from your writings made the latter loses its value ?!

Thank you

[Harsh]

Where do you go to vacations in Argentina/Brazil ?

[Salman]

Dear Paulo,

What would you like to be asked and what would be your answers to them?

[Fren]

Buenas dias Mr. Paulo Coelho!
I was deeply moved by your book The Alchemist. It is a must-read for those who are searching for their passion, the thing that gives them purpose to wake up each day. Sometimes though figuring out what that thing is can be confusing. Any advice on how to find that passion?

[Laura]

What is your favorite book, in general and that you wrote? And do you have a favorite character that you created and why?

[Raisa]

Greetings to one of my favorite authors!! :)

How long did it take for you to finish "The Alchemist"? What's the story behind writing it?

I'll always be a fan of yours!!

I hope you can answer my question. :)

More power! :) :):)

[Shebin]

I aspire to be a writer in near future. I am reading as much books as possible to get myself equipped for the methodology, presentation, structure etc .... Thread is developing parallely in my mind. What is the best way to get all these to a successful book? What am I missing and how shall I prepare for the D day?

[Ghada]

hi Paulo....
I'm big fan ..could you name one book that you couldn't finish :) thanks

[Dora]

Meu nome é Dora María e eu sou de Sonora, no México, o livro ainda não está à venda aqui.

¡Hola Paulo! Me encantó "El alquimista" :) no he escuchado aun de este libro nuevo tuyo acerca de un manuscrito, ¿Es acerca de un manuscrito encontrado en la vida real? ¿ó es una historia de ficción? ¿Cuál es el mensaje que tiene este libro para nuestra vida diaria y espiritual? Felicidades por tus hermosos libros, estoy enamorada de ti y de "la banda más bonita de la ciudad"
Obrigado! (:

Hello Paulo! I love "The alquimist" :),I have not hear about your new book about a manuscript. Is it about a manuscript found in real life?, or Is it a fiction story?, What is the message of this book for our daily and spiritual life? Congratulations for your beautiful books, I'm in love with you and "A banda mais bonita da cidade" too. A song for you (: "Oração"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW0i1U...
¡Gracias!

[Gwen]

Mr. Coelho, what are a few books and/or authors that have changed your life?

[Asmi]

Sir, my entire view about life,sex and prostitution changed after reading 'Eleven Minutes'.I was only 14 when I read it. I went back to it again and again to understand it. I never find that out of context.

I would really like to know do you yourself believe in spiritual path? The way that takes us to sacred sex?

[Kat]

I've always been a fan of Paulo Coelho.

Whenever I read your books, it makes me feel like a miner who little by little, as I turn each page, gains small pieces of gold. Gold which represents the knowledge about life that I am learning through you.

To Paulo:
You've written so many inspiring books that opened the eyes and souls of millions of your readers.

What do you think is the best lesson in life, whatever aspect it may be, that you have shared through you literary masterpieces? And from what book is it?

[Matthias]

Paulo,

What would be the first thing you would do if today was your last day?

[Salman]

Dear Paulo,

Have you read Imam Ghazzali?

[Ashrakat]

Dear Paulo,
what advice would you give to young writers?

[Raven]

Paulo your books have inspired me to follow my dreams and to have no fear of the unknown. I have no questions, I am only excited to be part of this as you are indeed the most inspirational author of all times for me. As I live a spiritual life myself, I can only continue to gain inspiration and insight from you. Thank you for sharing.

[Irina]

Hello Paulo, thank you for your books, I think they are a philosophical ray of light in our contemporary dark world. Question: what is the postmodernism in your opinion? Are you postmodern writer? What is the main goal of contemporary writer? thank you

[Logan]

The Alchemist changed my life, so thank you for that. My question is: when someone asks you what your opinion of spirituality is, what do you say to them?

Thanks again,
Logan Randall

[Marie]

I love his books, I think you transmit a special magic, which comes through words at the right time. God bless you.

My question is:

Coelho, all his books reflect a teaching, a guide for many people. What you think is the greatest lesson you have left written in words? and which of his books?


Marie!

[Saber Jan]

Deer Paulo

What is your favorite Arabic writer?

Thanks

[Christian]

I know your work reflects personal experiences, what inspired you to write this new book?
Thank you,
Christian Mayer from Mexico

[Jaideep]

Hi Paulo,

Can I have a privilege of interviewing you on my blog? http://pebbleinthestillwaters.blogspo...

Regards,

Jaideep

[Ragaz]

What are your favorite books and top authors?

[Dero]

Hi Paulo,


First of all the alchemist is an amzing novel i like it so much, really great job.

Please tell me novelists influensed you.. and the one you like the most.

[Marwa]

How you deal with tough times in your life?

[Anna]

Hello Paulo,

Do you always know how the story will end when you're writing or do you like to write instinctively as you go along?

All the best,

Anna

[Siddhartha]

Hi Paulo,

Thanks for the opportunity.
I absolutely loved The Alchemist and wouldn't want it to be any other way. But my question is: If you had an option to write The Alchemist now, would you write it any differently ?

Thank you,
Regards,
Sid

[Minerva]

i love veronka decides to die. it help me, what made you write it?and i know you say it was based on events in your own life, who was veronka? was she real? thank you so much, Minerva,,

[Marilena]

I read The Alchememist when I was 14 and when I'd finished reading it, I was like "What?! Who am I? Where do I go? What do I do?". Now, after 2 years, I have this question. What if someone, towards his realisation of his destiny, just loses his interest for it? I mean, what if he stops wanting it? Is that even possible? Or is it just another test? And how can I learn to listen to my heart? I want to but every time it seems that I only listen to my mind (and it always sells me out). Is it because I haven't learned to trust my heart? How can I do it?

Also, are you going to answer to all these questions?

[j]

If I send you my copy of The Alchemist will you sign it for me? :D

[Café]

Mr.Paulo,

I've been totally amazed at the start of my reading journey by your spiritual yet inoformative writing.

And my questions are:

Did you see all that coming? "I mean the huge success and all", and were you able to keep your life pace as is? your faith, spirituality, calmness? and what were the biggest challenges you faced before writing your first book, during and after?

Thanks a lot :)

[Margarida]

I'm 16 years old and I have wrote a book, but I keep changing it and I really hope to publish it one day, which advices do you give me?

[Mai]

Why did Brida has to be separated from her soul mate the Magus? Why they didn't stay with each other?

[Kifah]

Dear. Paulo :)
I'm from Palestine, which people may not know that its even excited. however, my dream is to become a writer like you to write about LIFE rather than death !, to tell the details of people life here and to tell that there is a life & people there , not only death and body's like it appears on national T.Vs . so i wanted to ask you:
what would you advice me to do so, & to be able to show people the value of life throw my writing like you did ? and what do you value in life the most ?

[Zaid]

what do you think about freemasons??

[Maria (Մարիա)]

Dear Paulo, from your life experience , what is the secret of happiness?