“I remember the feeling. Whenever my father got so absorbed in a book that we might have been in visible I felt like taking a pair of scissors and cutting it up.”
Book:Inkheart
Quote by Cornelia Funke
Work
Inkheart
In this captivating fantasy, a father's ability to read stories aloud has unintended consequences when he reads a book that brings its characters to life. The story unfolds as the characters from the book, including a sorcerer and a dragon, begin to affect the real world. The novel explores themes of family, responsibility, and the power of storytelling. more
Author
Cornelia Funke
Cornelia Funke, born on December 10, 1958, is a renowned German children's literature author. Her works are highly praised for their rich imagination, unique narrative style, and profound humanistic concerns. Funke's writing covers a variety of themes including fantasy, adventure, and growth, and has won the hearts of readers worldwide. more
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