Exclusive: Harris: 'Paquin does a fantastic Sookie'

Charlaine Harris has praised Anna Paquin for her portrayal of Sookie Stackhouse in True Blood.

The 58-year-old author, who penned the Stackhouse novels, told DS that she is pleased with the way the cast have interpreted her characters.

"Anna Paquin does a fantastic Sookie!" she said. "I was so excited when she wanted the role and I think she's doing a wonderful job. It's bizarre seeing famous faces acting out my characters - it's very strange and I'm still trying to get used to it!

"But of course, seeing my name up there every week is quite a thrill!"

Harris added that she is "amazed" by the television series and credited Alan Ball for its success.

"I love Alan's creativity, I love the cast - I've just been very impressed with the way he's stayed true to the spirit of the books. I've been with the characters for so long, but I admire the way they're taking the parts and making them their own," she said.

> Click here to read our full interview with Charlaine