First some questions from site member Striker, aged seven, a huge West Ham fan:
Striker: How did you get the idea of the magic football books?
I got the idea from reading other stories to my two girls. Seeing as football is such a big part of my life I thought it would be fun to create stories around a magic football for young boys and girls.
How long does it take you to write them?
Each book does take quite a long time to write. I usually write notes when I have ideas at different times and then put the stories together while I am home or travelling with my football.
Can you give us an idea of what other adventures will Frankie have?
The thing I love about a magic football is that it can take the gang anywhere. In the future I can imagine Frankie travelling forwards and backwards in time and to lots of different interesting parts of the world.
How old were you when you started liking football?
I was very young when I started liking football. I grew into a family of people who loved the game so for as long as I can remember I have too.
What did you like reading when you were seven?
I liked reading books like the BFG by Roald Dahl. I enjoyed all of his books and they definitely stick in my mind as my favourites at that age.
My mum is a librarian, she wants to know if you went to the library when you were a child?
I did go to my local library when I was young. I particularly remember going during school holidays and taking out books whilst I was off school. I think it's great if kids go to libraries as it's a way of finding lots of variety in what you are reading
Are you going to write books for older children?
I am not sure if I will write books for older children. I am really enjoying writing about Frankie now and I like the fact the books are a good age for young boys and girls who are just beginning to read. Maybe in the future I will try something different but there are lots of ideas I have for Frankie now so that will have to wait.
Why do you think it's important for kids (and adults) to read?
Reading is such a great way to gain knowledge and also to have fun and enjoy. That doesn't matter whether you are young or an adult. I read now and love finding new books that excite me but also make me learn.
I support West Ham, do you miss playing for them?
I will always remember how West Ham and particularly Harry Redknapp and my Dad helped me start my career. I do not miss playing for them because from the moment I arrived at Chelsea I have had such an amazing time and feel very close to the club and the fans.
What do you think was your best goal?
I think my best goal was against Barcelona for Chelsea in the Champions league. It was a few years ago now but I managed to chip the ball over the goalkeeper from the goal line which is something I'm not sure I could ever do again!
How hard do you have to train for England?
Every time I train I try to train my hardest and this is very important to become a professional footballer. England is exactly the same as when you train for Chelsea or even your local football team. It's about always giving your best.
And now some questions from Pirate Bones, also seven.
Why did you want the book to have history and football and are you going to keep writing history-football books?
The reason I wanted the first series of FMF to have history and football was that I love football and I also love history. It was my favourite subject at school and I thought it was a good idea to have lots of fun with some education in there as well so you can learn. In the future I would like to try different places for Frankie to travel but I certainly enjoyed taking him back to interesting times in history.
Are you ever going to write a book about the children going back to play football with Neanderthals?
I think this is a great idea and one I would love to do in the future! I can imagine Frankie and the gang kicking around with Neanderthals who would probably hardly know the rules of football!
What subject did you like at school?
I loved history at school but I also particularly liked English and Maths.
What's your favourite children's book?
I loved The BFG by Roald Dahl. I also love David Walliams' books.
And lastly some questions from children from St John's Catholic primary school in Bath who love Frank Lampard's books:
Katie: What is your best tip for writing?
My best tip for writing is not to rush into a story. Write down lots of ideas and use all your imagination and then put the story together. Not all your ideas may work but if you take your time you will get it right.
David: Was it hard writing the books?
It is hard writing books but I think it is such a great feeling when you come up with a story that you think people will enjoy to read.
Mia: What is it like to be both an author and a football star?
I love that I have been lucky enough to have such a long career in football as it is what I always wanted to do since I was very young. I was nervous becoming an author as it was a new idea for me but I have enjoyed it so much. I feel very lucky that I have had the opportunity to do both.
Luke: What do you like best football or writing?
It's hard to compare football to writing. I have always loved playing football but I was surprised how much enjoyment I got out of writing. The best thing is when a boy or girl tells me that they have read one of the books and really liked it!
Leo and Xavi: How would you feel if you won the World Cup? Would you write a book about it?
I think to win the World Cup would be the most amazing feeling for me in my career. It is the biggest football competition in the world and I would love to be part of an England team that win it. I have already written Frankie and the World Cup Carnival, but I would be happy to write another one IF we actually won it!
Don't forget to enter our fantastic Frank Lampard football competition! You could be the proud owner of a Chelsea shirt signed by Frank himself plus a complete set of all six Frankie's Magic Football books including Frank's latest book: Frankie and the World Cup Carnival.
