"I never expected Eragon to be published, much less to become such a success." Paolini says.

我从没想到《龙骑士》会得以出版，更不用说这样大获成功了。

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"My family and I chose to self-publish Eragon because we wanted to keep financial control and make sure the story wasn't altered," explains Paolini.

我和家人选择自助出版《龙骑士》，因为我们想拥有财务控制权，以及保证这本书不会被改动。

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"Dressed in medieval5 costume, I did over 135 events across the country, " laughs Paolini.

我穿着中世纪服装在全国做了135次以上的活动。

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