Cornelia Funke is a German author and illustrator of children's books. She is best known for her Inkheart trilogy, which has been adapted into a feature film. Funke has written over 50 books, which have been translated into over 40 languages and sold over 20 million copies worldwide. She is a passionate advocate for the power of reading and storytelling, and has been awarded numerous literary awards for her work. Funke is also an avid traveler, and her books often draw on her experiences from around the world. She is an inspiration to young readers everywhere, and her stories continue to captivate and delight readers of all ages.