From Mary Poppins to The Northman: Sjón’s Cinematic Evolution
Nordic Watchlist’s newest writer, Jes Gislason, recently interviewed famed Icelandic author and poet Sjón. Sjón will be in the UK next month for a special event hosted by the Cinecity 23rd Brighton Film Festival. The event features the author in conversation with writer Amy Raphael, followed by a screening of an episode of Louis Feuillade’s…
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The Winter Job by Antti Tuomainen – Book Review
Read our review of Antti Tuomainen’s The Winter Job – a darkly comic road trip through frozen Finland, where a desperate dad, a mysterious sofa, and a cast of bizarre characters collide in a whirlwind of mayhem. This unconventional adventure will keep you glued to your seat.
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Camilla Läckberg: Top 5 Must-Read Novels for New Fans
One of Sweden’s most successful authors, Camilla Läckberg is now reaching new fans with her TV series The Glass Dome screening on Netflix. Läckberg has sold over 35 million books in 60 countries and is rightly known as ‘The Queen of Swedish Noir’. Born in a small fishing village in Sweden, Läckberg wrote her first… Continue reading Camilla Läckberg: Top 5 Must-Read Novels for New Fans
Exploring Collaboration in Thomas Enger and Johanna Gustawsson’s Son
Ahead of its first publication Son, the first instalment of a gripping new series by Thomas Enger and Johanna Gustawsson, is already making waves. The book has already sparked international interest, selling rights in 17 languages, even before its official release. Writing partnerships are common, but two writers, one French, one Norwegian, writing for the… Continue reading Exploring Collaboration in Thomas Enger and Johanna Gustawsson’s Son
Exclusive Interview with Author Ørjan Karlsson
For many writers, a sense of place serves as a backdrop—an aesthetic choice that enhances the story. But for author Ørjan Karlsson the landscapes of northern Norway are more than just scenery. They are characters, shaping the people who live there and the stories they tell. On the eve of his first publication in English,… Continue reading Exclusive Interview with Author Ørjan Karlsson
Danish happiness expert Meik Wiking helps us make home our happy place with his new book My Hygge Home
Meik Wiking is passionate about happiness and well-being. He founded The Happiness Institute in Denmark so he could research and report on happiness, and he’s now an international speaker and author of several books. His first book ‘The Little Book of Hygge’ was hugely popular and helped bring the Danish concept of hygge to the… Continue reading Danish happiness expert Meik Wiking helps us make home our happy place with his new book My Hygge Home
Award-winning Icelandic author Yrsa Sigurðardóttir talks about the Icelandic Noir book festival and her latest novel ‘The Fallout’
Described as the “The undisputed queen of Icelandic Noir”, Yrsa Sigurðardóttir is the multi-award-winning author of the fantastic Thora Gudmundsóttir series, the brilliant Freyja & Huldar series, and a superb collection of standalones. Her latest book, ‘The Fallout’, again translated by Victoria Cribb, was published on 12 May 2022. Nordic Watchlist were able to speak… Continue reading Award-winning Icelandic author Yrsa Sigurðardóttir talks about the Icelandic Noir book festival and her latest novel ‘The Fallout’
Nordic Watchlist speaks to award-winning Swedish author Lina Bengtsdotter
Lina Bengtsdotter is an award-winning Swedish author, probably best known for her Charlie Lager series. Nordic Watchlist were able to speak to her shortly after the third and final book in the series, ‘For The Lost’ was released. Read on to find out about the book, Lina’s path to becoming an author, and what’s coming… Continue reading Nordic Watchlist speaks to award-winning Swedish author Lina Bengtsdotter
“I became intrigued by the similarities and differences between humans and snakes” Norwegian author Silje Ulstein discusses her new novel Reptile Memoirs
Nordic Watchlist’s Marc Harries interviews Norwegian author Silje Ulstein about her debut novel, Reptile Memoirs which is available now. Reptile Memoirs Synopsis: Liv has a lot of secrets. Late one night, in the aftermath of a party in the apartment she shares with two friends in Alesund, she sees a python on a TV nature… Continue reading “I became intrigued by the similarities and differences between humans and snakes” Norwegian author Silje Ulstein discusses her new novel Reptile Memoirs
“What hooked me was the complicated soul and psychology of a boxer’s personality” – Alexandra Therese Keining discusses her work on new Swedish series ‘Lea – The Fighter’
Alexandra Therese Keining is a well-known writer and director from Sweden, she has directed such classic Swedish films as Kiss Me and Girl’s Lost. The latter can be currently watched on BFI Player. Her next work sees Alexandra as the creator, writer and associate producer of a new series about a female boxer – Lea.… Continue reading “What hooked me was the complicated soul and psychology of a boxer’s personality” – Alexandra Therese Keining discusses her work on new Swedish series ‘Lea – The Fighter’
Nordic Watchlist Meets Icelandic Author Lilja Sigurðardóttir
We are back with a new episode of ‘Nordic Watchlist Meets’ and in this particular segment Alex gets to speak to Icelandic author Lilja Sigurðardóttir about her new book, her upcoming visit to Bloody Scotland, and then a big discussion on the excellent Netflix series Katla! Enjoy! Continue reading Nordic Watchlist Meets Icelandic Author Lilja Sigurðardóttir
Meet Iceland’s new crime writer Eva Björg Ægisdóttir
Last year I was introduced to writer Eva Björg Ægisdóttir and her debut novel, The Creak On The Stairs. There were some rumbles in the Nordic noir camps that it was a fantastic read and I felt that I could not miss out on the opportunity to check it out. Iceland is known for generating… Continue reading Meet Iceland’s new crime writer Eva Björg Ægisdóttir
‘F*** My Brain!’ – a collection of surreal and funny stories about race, religion and life by Amir Shaheen
Amir Shaheen is a writer and comedian – and one of the co-creators of Netflix’s Norwegian series Home for Christmas, which we loved. The writing and comedy in the series was right up our street, so when we heard he had written a book, we got in touch to find out more about it… Congratulations… Continue reading ‘F*** My Brain!’ – a collection of surreal and funny stories about race, religion and life by Amir Shaheen
Interview with Happiness Researcher and Author Meik Wiking
Anyone who loves Nordic culture will know that the Nordic countries frequently top the list of happiest nations. But why is this? Meik Wiking has made it his passion to find answers. He is founder and CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, he has written numerous books about Nordic culture and happiness including… Continue reading Interview with Happiness Researcher and Author Meik Wiking
5 Minute Fika: Barnet Libraries host Nordic Authors Evening
We speak to Mark from Barnet London borough council libraries, who are hosting an online event next week called ‘An evening with Scandinavian authors discussing their books.’ He tells us all about the event, which authors are attending, and some of his favourite Nordic books. Unfortunately the event is now sold out, but keep an… Continue reading 5 Minute Fika: Barnet Libraries host Nordic Authors Evening
Author of ‘Lagom’, Lola Åkerström, on Swedish culture and her latest projects
Lola Åkerström knows a thing or two about travel and culture. Growing up in Nigeria, she moved to Sweden in 2010 and is now based in Stockholm. She’s an award-winning travel and culture writer and photographer, author of Lagom: The Swedish Secret of Living Well, and heads up various other business and social impact initiatives.… Continue reading Author of ‘Lagom’, Lola Åkerström, on Swedish culture and her latest projects
The Men Behind Sweden’s top crime writing duo Erik Axl Sund
Erik Axl Sund is the joint pen name for two writers – Jerker Eriksson and Håkan Axlander Sundquist. The Swedish duo are behind the incredibly dark crime thriller The Crow Girl which was released in the UK several years ago, and which Alex M discovered and read over the summer this year. Alex found the… Continue reading The Men Behind Sweden’s top crime writing duo Erik Axl Sund
Nordic Summer Reads
Alex Minnis and guest – editor, researcher and some-time writer Jessica from @lunchpoems – give us their favourite book recommendations by Nordic authors. Perfect for a late summer holiday (if you’re lucky enough to go on one), or in Alex’s case as he likes dark crime thrillers – perfect for winter too! JESSICA (@lunchpoems) THE… Continue reading Nordic Summer Reads
INTERVIEW: Lucy Foley | Author
Lucy Foley might be a name you’ve heard recently, as her eagerly anticipated 2019 crime thriller ‘The Hunting Party’ became a bestseller, and now her latest book ‘The Guest List’, which was released last month, is performing incredibly well too! ‘The Hunting Party’ is still gaining accolades, and has now even been sighted for a… Continue reading INTERVIEW: Lucy Foley | Author