Cornelia Funke

Cornelia Funke

66 · Born: Dec 10, 1958

Personal Details

BornDec 10, 1958 Dorsten, Germany

Biography

Cornelia Funke, a renowned German author, was born in the charming town of Dorsten, situated in the picturesque region of Westphalia. Initially, she embarked on a career as a book illustrator, but her creative inclinations soon led her to pen her own stories, marking the beginning of a remarkable literary journey.

Throughout her illustrious career, Funke has penned over forty scripts and books, showcasing her versatility and artistic range. Among her most celebrated works are "ThiefLord", "Inkheart", and "Dragon Rider", all of which have garnered widespread acclaim and secured spots on the prestigious New York Times bestseller list.

In addition to her impressive literary output, Funke has also made headlines with her involvement in the adaptation of her works for the big screen. The book-to-film adaptations of "Thief Lord" and "Inkheart" are currently in production, further cementing her status as a talented and innovative storyteller.

When she's not conjuring up new worlds and characters, Funke resides in Los Angeles with her loving husband and their two children, where she continues to weave her magic, inspiring readers of all ages with her enchanting tales.

Biography:

Cornelia Funke was born in Dorsten, Westphalia, Germany.

She began her career as a book illustrator.

She has written over forty scripts and books.

Her most famous books include "ThiefLord", "Inkheart", and "Dragon Rider".

All of these books are New York Times bestselling books.

Her most recent book is called "Inkspell", which is the sequel to "Inkheart".

The books "Thief Lord" and "Inkheart" are going to be movies.

She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their two children.

Career

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2013
Extraordinary Tales
Extraordinary Tales as Death (voice)
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2020
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2015
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2012
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2011
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2009
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2008
Inkheart
Inkheart as Novel
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2007
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2006