Michelle's Mailbag
Here are Michelle’s most recent answers to the questions and messages readers have submitted.
Gods and warriors series on Audiobook?
Kaida writes… Hi, I was wondering where I can buy the complete gods and warriors series on audio. Or if it's completed yet? I can only find book 1 on audible and Spotify 🙁 Thanks Michelle Replies… Dear Kaida, I’m afraid the answer is that books 2-5 of Gods and Warriors aren’t available as audiobooks,…
Thank you: survival in the Stone Age.
Emils writes… Thank you for your work! I have read some of your articles on your website and they truly mesmerize me, especially the one about survival in the stone age. I am not going to go into the modern world and it's differences, but as i read the article i realized that people lived…
Wolf brother – will there be another series?
Joe writes… Hi Michelle Paver, justed wanted say a massive thanks for the Wolf brother cronchiles. I love wolves. And loved the books. Iwas a member of the pack at the Wolf conservation trust uk. Which I heard you visited to see Torak. I’m sorry I was unable to meet you in person .What a…
Rainforest publication in Australia
Joanne writes… Hello Michelle, Quick question. When will your new book 'Rainforest' be available in Australia? Undoubtedly, like many others, I'm looking forward to reading it. Thankyou, Joanne Michelle Replies… Hello, Joanne. I’ve just checked with my publishers, and they tell me that Rainforest will be published in Australia on the same day as in…
Finding a publisher and/or an agent
Liam T writes… Hello again Michelle, Thank you so much for your speedy reply! You have been my favourite author since I was a teenager so your reply and acknowledgement of my book series WoodBound is a bucket list tick. I should have mentioned in my last message that I am only published through KDP…
Writing Advice
L. T. writes… Hello Michelle, if I may call you by your first name. I am L. T. Stewart and I am a newly published, brand new author… which I attribute largely to your book series Chronicals of Ancient Darkness. It is by far my favourite book series and has stayed with me all these…
From Gruhuken to Wakenhyrst
Valda writes… Hello Michelle. (I don’t expect a reply to this message) I contacted you recently and mentioned that while we were having a heatwave in Suffolk, I decided to re-read Dark Matter, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Aside from the isolation, claustrophobia and terror, obviously. It was interesting you mentioning that a publisher had…
Wolf bane – from a Mexican reader
Itzel writes… Hola Michelle, me han encantado libro de las Crónicas de la Prehistoria de Hermano Lobo, solo que aún no he podido leer wolf bane, mi inglés es algo o muy malo… Soy de Nayarit, México, desde que tenía 10 me apasione con la travesía de Torak, Ren y Lobo… Pd… Ya tengo 26…
Trans rights & a First Nations experience of Wolf Brother
Mel writes… Hi Michelle, I grew up on your books. I was a First Nations kid and your novels inspired me to recreate and follow the path of my ancestors. At least, partially! I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail as a result of the inspiration Torak’s journey invoked in me. At 18 years old I…
Wolf Brother and creativity
Alice writes… Hello Michelle, I first read the Wolf Brother series when I was around 10 years old. I haven't had the drive to read books for many years, but I decided this Summer to read my all-time favourite book series 'Wolf Brother' again. It's reconnected me with my wild-child self, who grew up in…
tattoos and thankyous
evan writes… michelle for my tenth birthday in 2016 i was given my copy of the wolf brother book, every following excuse or holiday i got i would ask for the next installed and finished the series when i was 13. i held it dearly to my heart having grown up with my dad calling…
Not as much as a question, but a thank you.
Ash writes… Hi Michelle, As a child the Wolf Brother series was one of my favourites. It's been so influential to me; to the point of naming what is probably my first ever character in Renn's honour when I was fourteen. I still write to this day. In part, a LOT of that is because…
Clan-tattoos part 2
Sofie writes… Hello again! I forgot one part of my previous message, haha. I was wondering if you had any significance in mind when it comes to the placements of the different clan tattoos, as in if certain parts of the body would mean something special to the clans or bear some kind of importance…
Clan-tattoos: some questions
Sofie writes… Hello dear Michelle! I hope you're having a wonderful summer so far and that your latest launch is going well. I heard the news just yesterday, and it seems like a thrill! I'm excited for you. I was just wondering a bit about clan tattoos, so if you don't mind I have a…
chronicles of ancient darkness: outcast is amazing
nabatanzi writes… My book to read was outcast but I felt like entering the book. I don't know how you do it but your books are very amazing. Michelle Replies… Dear Cynthia, I’m really glad that you like my books so much, and thank you for taking the time to get in touch! I hope…
Freud, Jung, and the forest
Richard writes… Dear Michelle, Thank you for answering my question about analysis. To me, Freud's idea of the unconscious is like a spoiled brat who causes trouble, whereas for Jung it's the source of wisdom. The forest in COAD is like that, the source of life — but you can't control it. No need to…
Wakenhyrst Book – signed copy
Lisa writes… Good afternoon, my mum has lost her signed copy of her favourite book. Would it be possible to pay for another copy at all please. Many thanks Michelle Replies… Dear Lisa, I’m so sorry to hear that about your mum’s book, but I’m afraid I can’t send you another signed copy, as if…
Ghosts of Summer
Lucan writes… Having just read your latest article I feel compelled to lambast your publisher, we want ghost stories the whole year round! The summer is when the ghosts don't just skulk in the shadows but they ride forth. I have just spent the night of the summer solstice in meditation on top of the…
analysis – what type of therapy did you have?
Richard writes… fascinated by your account of your 'block' dream, and its resolution with analysis; do you mind me asking what kind of analysis you had? I know analysis and therapy quite often doesn't help so anything you'd share as to what made it work would be great, though I'm asking a lot! perhaps just…
Source of the Spell in Spirit Walker – and the Ian McKellen connection
Tim writes… Dear Michelle, We have met before (and I've asked you questions before), and this time I would like to ask you yet another very specific question about a scene in COAD. At the start of Spirit Walker, when the sickness is spreading through the Forest and the first members of the Raven Clan…
Any update on a Wolf Brother series?!
Richard writes… Hey Michelle, just wondered if there had been any movements in a potential wolf brother series? I know the idea what discussed a while ago but wondered if there had been any movements? Just to add I adored the wolf brother series so much but never finished the last book. I cannot go…
Torak’s world on screen: how would you change things?
Rebecca writes… Hi Michelle. Would you consider writing any prequels or spinoffs in Torak's world? Will there be any film or TV apaptations of the original 6 book series in the future? – I hope so! What changes would you make? And what same ideas would you insist of using? Do you have any actors…
chronicles of ancient darkness series: the books of my childhood
faye writes… Hi Michelle! I grew up reading your books from the age of eight to now eighteen and the wolf brother series is hands down one of the best i have ever read. I've always loved the idea of toraks world being adapted to a TV show, and I know there was a cancellation…
Revisiting Gruhuken
Valda writes… I love this book and always enjoy recommending it to other people, so as it’s hot and steamy in Suffolk, what could be better than (re) visiting Gruhuken with Jack and spending some time in the Arctic. Michelle Replies… Dear Valda, it must indeed be hot in Suffolk – it’s getting pretty tropical…
Loving the Wolf Brothers series
Briar writes… I love the Wolf brother series. It changed my life. I’m currently on oathbreaker. It is my favorite series yet. Michelle Replies… Hello, Briar. It’s brilliant that you’re enjoying the books so much, and thanks a lot for letting me know! I hope you enjoy Oathbreaker as much as the previous stories, and that…
Superb: An early review of RAINFOREST from a reviewer who’s read the proof
Ryan writes… Dear Michelle, I hope this message finds you well and you are finding ways to stay cool during this heatwave we’re currently having! I wanted to message to congratulate you on what a triumph RAINFOREST is. I was lucky enough to get a digital proof on NetGalley and of course I had to…
Wakenhyrst
Lau writes… I want to thank you for writing this novel. English is not my first language, nor am I from the UK, so it has been a truly enriching journey. It has been years since I’ve read with a dictionary in hand, and it has made me feel very rewarded. Furthermore, it has helped…
about you
Jan writes… Hi my name is janice i am in primary school i am doing a school report about you I have a few questions 1.what is ur fav color 2.what challenges did u have to over come 3.what do you wish for to do in the future ty this will help alot i couldn't…
Dark Matter and Thin Air – I want more books!
Pamela writes… Hi, I’ve recently read both Dark Matter and Thin Air and I am devastated you don’t have any more books along these lines. I genuinely don’t want to read anything else. I absolutely loved everything about them: you’re writing style, the plot, the story telling, the atmosphere, the characters and all of the…
Clan guardians
Jasmyn writes… Hi my names jasmyn and I have loved reading the chronicles of ancient darkness. I would like to ask you about clan guardians. Can your clan guardian be an animal that you are deeply connected too? Thanks, Jasmyn Michelle Replies… Hello again, Jasmyn, and thanks for this. You’re quite right, your clan guardian…
Can you have clans today? Can your clan be a bird or animal you feel connected to?
Jasmyn writes… Can you have a clan today. Is a clan a bird or animal you are deeply connected too?Can that be your clan and guardian? Michelle Replies… What a fascinating question, Jasmyn, I don’t think I’ve been asked that in quite the same way before. First, let’s look at what we mean by a…
Chronicles of Ancient Darkness and growing up: how did you tackle the last three books?
Isabelle writes… Hello, Michelle! Hope you’re doing well! I fell in love with the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness books as a pre-teen and has since re-read them in about every stage of my life and each re-read gives new perspectives on the books as my own life experiences grow. For example, while as a kid,…
Wolf brother – how did you get the idea?
Jeffrey writes… How did you think of the idea to make the book wolf brother and what inspired you to make this specific book series Michelle Replies… Dear Jeffrey, I think the idea for Wolf Brother goes back to when I was a child, and mad keen on wolves and the Stone Age. I loved…
Inspiration Inquiry & Prehistoric Fantasy Series Idea
Joshua writes… As a fan of both your esteemed historical fantasy series:- the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, & having recently discovered Jean M. Auel’s own intriguing prehistorical fictional series:- Earth's Children—I would like to ask if you have been influenced by her preceding work. Is this so? Also, I would like to know if you…
Your books changed my life!
Holland writes… I rediscovered the Wolf Brother series this winter when I visited my parents’ house. I was obsessed with the series as a kid (I’m now 30). I took the books home and re-read them; I was completely blown away by how much and how differently I enjoyed them as an adult. As a…
Wolf Brother – does part of you want to revisit that world?
Anton writes… Hi Michelle! First of all I would like to thank you for creating such a captivating story and world with Wolf Brother! I’ve been an avid reader of the books since 2006 when I started out at 8 years old, and now at almost 27 I read it in class for my own…
Thank you – for ending my reading drought
Lauren writes… Hi Michelle, I was in the midst of a severe multi-year reading drought when I happened to pick up a copy of Dark Matter. I read it in less than two days – I couldn't put it down! I then read Thin Air within one day and it unlocked something in me –…
Inspiration and thanks – for Dark Matter, Thin Air and Wakenhyrst
Aly writes… Hi Michelle. I can't tell you how excited I am to read your new books. I have pre ordered both. Also it's great you are promoting independent book stores. I have fallen in love with Thin Air and Dark Matter and Wakenhyrst. There is something about your books that hooks in my own…
The Witching hour
Maria writes… Hello I am keen to pre order 'The witching Hour' but the link took me to Amazon. I'd prefer to order it from an Independent bookshop like I could with The Rainforest. Do you know if this is possible? Many thanks Maria Michelle Replies… It’s great that you’d like to pre-order The Witching…
WHO IS THE SEVENTH SOUL EATER ？*and you are the best author of all time*
Tali writes… Dear Michelle， my name is Tali and I'm 11. I love every single one of your books – in the wolf brother series . It started when I found a copy of wolf brother in a phone box / library in Leominster . Anyways，I have 2 questions ： Who is the 7th soul…
Digital Books – Wolf Brother
Kamille writes… Hello! I read the book Brother Wolf when I was probably 11 years old, it was from a community library, years passed and today, at 21 years old, I remembered it. Here in Brazil, they don't sell them anymore, so I wanted to know if you ever intend to put it in digital…
Thanks – and strange coincidences concerning your books…
Kira writes… Hi Michelle, When I was younger my FAVOURITE books were the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness. I was obsessed with wolves, and I attended a writing class you hosted at a wolf sanctuary here in England, many, many years ago. I must have been barely a teenager. I had a wolf themed bedroom hahaha.…
Boeken – Your books: which ones can I buy in Dutch?
Melissa writes… Welke boeken van jou te koop Michelle Replies… Hi, Melissa. Sorry, I don’t speak Dutch, but I think you asked: which of my books can you buy in Dutch? The six Torak en Wolf books were published by the House of Books – but I don’t know if they’re still in print. The…
Your favourite author?
Jenny writes… Hi Michelle, I hope you're well and I'm sure you're busy gearing up for your new book release which I'm extremely excited for! I'm taking part in a book challenge and the prompt for May is to read a book by a favourite author's favourite author. I'm a huge fan of Thin Air,…
How long did it take to write the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness?
Marko writes… Hi again. It is Marko remember? Thanks for replay! I am happy you like my English beacuse I am teaching it from 1.class to now. I want to ask how much time do you need to vrane ancidant cronic of darkness? Have a nice day Marko Michelle Replies… Hello again, Marko. If I’ve…
A reader in Slovenia asks: how old are you, Michelle?
Marko writes… Hi, I'm 13 years old and I am from Slovenia. I fall in love with your books first time I read them. You are good writer. When I start reading your books I can not stop😀! If I can ask, how old are you? I am veary happy beacuse you're books are in…
GRAPHIC NOVELS COMING?
Kirsten writes… I am a Teacher Librarian in British Columbia, Canada – many of my students are wondering if you plan to make your novels into Graphic Novels? Thanks! Michelle Replies… Hello, Kirsten, thanks for your question. I’m afraid I’ve no plans for turning my stories into Graphic Novels – although that’s not because I’ve…
Gods & Warriors and Chronicles of Ancient Darkness: a love of Archaeology and a return to reading!
Carla writes… Hello!! I'm sorry for the lenght of this message, but I wanted to explain how important you've been to me ^^. I just wanted to tell you that I read the Gods and Warriors saga when it released back in 2012/2013. I was a teenager, and I had a Greek mythology fever due…
Wolf Bane – a Spanish Edition for Mexico?
Luciana writes… Hi Michelle, I hope you're doing well. I'm Luciana Aramburo, I'm eleven years old and I live in Jalisco, Mexico. I have already read all the books in the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness collection, I liked them very much and I saw that you released a new book "Wolf Bane". I would like…
Chronicles of Ancient Darkness – How did you create the names?
Fenella writes… Hi Michelle, I am relatively new to your books and I was wondering where you get all of the unique names from. Anyway I am loving your books and hope they get better as I keep reading. Thanks, Fenella Michelle Replies… Hello, Fenella, and welcome to the world of Torak, Renn and Wolf! …