Rebecca writes…

Hi Michelle.
I was wondering some things:
At the start of Wolf Brother, Torak tells his father a joke.
What was that joke?
Will the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness book series be adapted onscreen (film/TV)?
Because I would love to see that.
Do you already have any actors in mind for the cast?
What was your first inspired thought for the first book?
And will Wolfbane be the very last book in the series?
Thank you.
I loved reading all these books in the series.
I don't want the adventures of Torak, Renn and Wolf to end.
Kind regards, Rebecca.

Michelle Replies…

Hello, Rebecca, thanks so much for your message, and I’m delighted that you’ve enjoyed the stories.  To answer your questions: Concerning the joke Torak was telling his father at the start of Wolf Brother, other readers have asked me over the years and I’ve always resisted telling them, so I’m afraid I won’t change that now (consider it one of the minor mysteries of the series!).  As regards film or tv, there are currently no plans for an adaptation; if this changes, you may be sure that I’ll post the news on my website.  The inspiration for the series came in bits and pieces over several years and involved a lifelong love of wolves and the Stone Age, as well as an extremely frightening encounter with a large black bear.  For the full story, go to wolfbrother.com, then go into the Cave and click on Why I Wrote Wolf Brother.  And finally – yes, I’m afraid Wolfbane really is the last book in the series.  With that book I feel that I’ve given Torak, Renn and Wolf a good send-off – not to mention the other characters; and I’d much rather leave readers wanting more, than have the series fizzle out.  But I hope that as you’ve enjoyed the series so much, re-reading it might let you have many more happy times in the Forest with Torak, Renn and Wolf.  Thanks again for getting in touch – and may the guardian run with you!  Best wishes, Michelle