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Children's Books902Literature and Fiction722Narrative Non-fiction336Self Help179Crafts and Hobbies146Mystery and Crime143Cook Books107UpLit82

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Picture books318Easy read235Read-aloud184Children's novels238Young adult121Children's non-fiction181Comics33

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Raw Ingredients
Cook Books2016 · 232 pp

Raw Ingredients

Bjørn Tore Furset / Marianne Nygård-Hansen

What is the secret of good food? If you ask the cooks, the answer will be: good raw ingredients.In this book, some of our leading chefs are given selections of ingredients and invited to describe their relationship to them and how one can best combine them into an enticing meal. There are recipes from Oslo's best chefs and everything you need to know about ingredients and how to choose them, season by season.What is common to all the chefs is that each in their own way they emphasise the importance of good ingredients as the basis for all cooking. We learn how to go in search of the best vegetables, the freshest fish and the best meat. The skilled chefs then show us how best to maintain the quality of the ingredients as we prepare the food.'This book gives an accurate picture of the restaurant world of Oslo. Prepared by the best chefs in Oslo, served by Bjørn Tore Furset and seasoned with fine pictures and good recipes.'VINOFIL.NO

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SMART for livet
2016 · 128 pp

SMART for livet

May-Bente Høiland-Lode

Sammenligner du deg med andre og ønsker at du var penere, smartere, gladere og hadde flere venner og bedre karakterer? Det er ikke noe galt med deg, du er allerede god nok som du er. Det er normalt å oppleve problemer og utfordringer. Det kan vi ikke gjøre så mye med, men det vi kan gjøre noe med er måten vi takler det på. Denne boken er et verktøy for ungdom, med morsomme øvelser og inspirerende eksempler. Ved å lese SMART for livet får du hjelp til å få tro på deg selv og føle deg god nok, slik at du lærer deg å sette grenser, stå for egne valg, sette egne mål og mestre følelsene dine. Så mange som 20 % av ungdommer har i dag psykiske vansker som går ut over trivsel og læring, hjemme og på skolen. Slik trenger det ikke være. Høiland-Lode viser i SMART for livet hvilke små justeringer som skal til for å få en ungdomstid med sunn selvfølelse, mental styrke, trivsel og positive opplevelser.

Genuine Joys
Literature and Fiction2016 · 88 pp

Genuine Joys

Lars Saabye Christensen

Two of our greatest artists have created their first book together, an exceptionally beautiful book for adults about the joy of small glimpses.‘We have laid bare private life, abandoned our inhibitions and vacuumed every corner to find as many joys as possible. We have succeeded. It is important for us to emphasise that these joys are not ironic; as the title says, they are genuine.’'Lars Saabye Christensen and Stian Holes picturebook for grown ups is a Genuine Joy.' DAGBLADET'[…] a jewel of a picture book for grown-ups.'FÆDRELANDSVENNEN

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Maxim’s Circus
Literature and Fiction2016 · 208 pp

Maxim’s Circus

Siv Wyller

Rolando Maxim was the best circus director of his time. What a pity that he died so many years ago. It was his decision to purchase La Madre Grandiosa – The Ape Woman – which led to Maxim's Circus becoming so famous. When his son, Gregor Maxim, looks round the circus camp, he can't escape the fact that it has declined. After a long winter during which they have tried to squeeze as many performances as possible out of the public in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk, they suddenly find themselves weather bound. The cold is penetrating, the snow is drifting down and their reserves are running out. One day they find a man lying unconscious. Gregor very reluctantly agrees to let his sister nurse him. Then things really begin to develop. The story of Maxim's Circus is told in Gregor's cantankerous voice. We learn how La Madre Grandiosa came into the circus and how that changed the dynamics of Gregor's family and ended in disaster. We follow him while spectacular individualism confronts uniform bureaucracy, as he tries to rescue the remnants of a proud tradition in the face of the communist system. We hear the unconscious man's story of the labour camp and why he can't stand the sound of a banjo. And not least, we see humanity finding expression through the defining personalities of the characters – the characters of the circus.

Sitting Mats
Crafts and Hobbies2016 · 104 pp

Sitting Mats

Ann-Heidrun Skår

This book is full of colourful, decorative sitting mats, made from matted wool and decorated with needle-felted motifs which range from simple geometric shapes, perfect for new beginners, to more advanced pictures with exciting shadow effects and layer on layer of colour. The book includes a technical section with pictures and descriptions of both crochet and needle-felting. Three easy basic patterns are provided, with the simple motifs described step by step. At the back of the book there is a big page of patterns where all the 50 motifs are printed full size. The mats are good to have on stools and chairs, or packed into your rucksack when out walking. They are also pretty enough to serve as wall decorations when they are not being sat upon.

Chess or Life
Narrative Non-fiction2016 · 312 pp

Chess or Life

Atle Grønn

Chess or Life is different from most books on chess. It describes the fascinating world of chess from the inside. This is not an instruction manual, but a journey through the culture and history of chess, following players' fortunes from Oslo to Manhattan via Russia.In a warm and friendly style, the book invites you to meet people who are facing an existential question: Chess or life? It ranges from the minor comedies to the personal tragedies and triumphs which can arise in the absurd world of chess.The author has played against Magnus Carlsen several times. He gives insights into our reigning world champion, what fascinates him about chess, what makes him the world's best player and the story of his opponents and predecessors among the kings of the game, the sixteen great personalities who have been classic world champions since 1886.‘This book takes us across the board on an entertaining and informative journey through the history and culture of chess, with continuous anecdotes, curiosities and facts. … impossible to put down once you have started reading.’ VG‘Atle Grønn has written an altogether first class book which is both a biography of a chess player and a cultural history of chess.’ NRK‘… a feast for those of us who think chess is an infinite universe.’ DAGBLADET‘A fascinating insight into the world of chess – but more especially into the world of the chess players.’ MINERVANETT

Rail fences
Narrative Non-fiction2016 · 144 pp

Rail fences

Pål Gunnar Mikkelsplass / Magnus Lindahl

Split rail fences are a popular tradition in both town and country. At last a well-known builder of rail fences reveals some of his trade secrets. In text and pictures, he takes us through the whole process: cutting suitable fence-posts and rails; splitting the rails; setting up the posts; and tying the rails in. However, that is not the end of the job. Read on to learn how to maintain the fence so that it lasts, if not for ever, at least much longer than an ordinary fence. Skigard is not just the practical handbook of a traditional craft. It is also tells the history of how split rail fences evolved to their present forms, and illustrates this exciting story with both new and old photographs.

Scary Christmas
Children's Books2016 · 120 pp

Scary Christmas

Sveinung Lutro

December has not been merely about jolly old men, angels, peace on earth and festive celebration. Before the 1800s christmas could be terrifying. Midwinter was a time for ghosts and goblins, witches and devils. Frightful creatures of all sorts would appear. Scary Christmas brings to light the stories of the creepy Christmas characters. Tales about sneaky Perchta, the mysterious Christmas Goat, Grýla the gruesome troll and monstrous Krampus. We promise you: Christmas will never be the same once you’ve read this book.

The End of the World as We know it
Literature and Fiction2016 · 288 pp

The End of the World as We know it

Erlend Loe

Doppler is back. After years deep in the woods, Doppler remembers that he has a family. He puts Bongo, the moose, into a kennel for deer and makes his way into Oslo. He is looking forward to seeing his wife and children, but his old house looks strange. On the name labels on the mailbox, his name has been crossed out and a new one put in its place: EGIL HEGEL. Doppler thinks he has reached rock bottom, but his troubles have only just begun. 'Probably this year’s funniest book.'ADRESSEAVISEN 'The End of the World as We Know It is dystopic cultural critique with high entertainment value.'VG 'Loe’s most entertaining novel for a while, and an eventful journey.'DAGENS NÆRLINGSLIV 'Loe’s new novel stands out as the best means of enduring the world as we know it right now.'NRK 'The satire of the last two books is in many ways as before, but the cut seems darker, more rebellious and sharper. Thus Loe becomes even more recklessly funny ...'MORGENBLADET 'And the observations are good. Sharp. The themes Erlend Loe lets him reflect upon are definitely contemporary. A book for our time.' DAGSAVISEN 'The crusade against cleverness and conformity continues.'DAGBLADET 'Awfully funny.'KLASSEKAMPEN 'This book is really entertaining. Doppler’s whimsical turns and apparitions are its strongest feature. … a romantic universe and a character still prominent in Norwegian literary history.'VÅRT LAND 'A fantastic character with a rich selection of qualities.' AKTUELL, LO-MEDIA Rights sold to: CZECH REPUBLIC (Kniha Zlín), DENMARK (Gyldendal), FINLAND (Johnny Kniga), MACEDONIA (Tabernakul), SERBIA (Geopoetica), SLOVAKIA (Premedia), SWEDEN (Alfabeta).

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Soon You'll be Sleeping
Children's Books2016 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 9

Soon You'll be Sleeping

Haddy Njie / Lisa Aisato

Children sleep. Grown-ups sleep. Animals sleep. And the seasons of the year sleep too. Sisters Haddy Jatou Njie and Lisa Aisato have long wanted to create a picture-book together. A goodnight book about the seasons of the year as they sleep and waken to life again. A goodnight book to read at bedtime, all year round.

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The Shortcut
Children's Books2016 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 6

The Shortcut

Ingeborg Eliassen

Grandad has come to visit, and will take Maya to nursery today. Maya knows the way. 'First this way and then that way,' she says, pointing the route. 'That's fine, says Grandad, smiling. 'This way,' says Maya, pointing. 'Past the pet-shop, then over the bridge.' Then they have to pick apples and feed the horses. There's a lot to be done on the road to nursery – especially when Maya isshowing the way! Snarveien is a charming picture-book about an everyday activity which can be really exciting and fun!

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The Track Change Murder
Mystery and Crime2016 · 432 pp

The Track Change Murder

Hans Olav Lahlum

A 17 year old skier is found shot on the track during the last lap of a relay race at Holmenkollen. The incident happened in open ground, but without any witnesses. Detective Officer Kolbjørn ‘K2’ Kristiansen has a worrying new case to investigate.The more K2 digs beneath the apparently undramatic surface of the murdered girl's life, the more dramatic events he discovers. The victim was adopted and lived alone with her adoptive mother in a rather cool atmosphere. Ingeborg didn't like her mother's new lover. She was also searching intensely for the truth about her own origins and had just found out who her biological father was.Sporvekslingsmordet is a thought provoking family history of a child adopted in 1970s Norway, and a new classic crime mystery in the series featuring K2 and Patricia.'Sporvekslingsmordet is his best crime novel so far. Even those who do not like crime will enjoy reading this one.' TVEDESTRANDPOSTEN 'This crime novel is a joy to read! This is definitely Hans Olav Lahlum´s most ambitious and best crime novel to date, full of clues going off in all directions and all coming together in an impressive manner.' LO-AKTUELT 'Sporvekslingsmordet is not only intelligent – it is crime magic that is truly fascinating.' GJENGANGEREN '... clocks in the finish of his best K2-novel so far.' STAVANGER AFTENBLAD 'A crime mystery starting off as one of Lahlum´s most intense and best … The story Lahlum has concocted is more complex and has more genuine human pain than his previous novels. In it we find the political lines from the eastern front to Argentina, homosexual love, rivalry between siblings and people who work together, individuals searching for identity and meaning and prejudice in a society divided by class. Lahlum cleverly plays out the same problems in different times, and he has a few aces up his sleeve.' ADRESSEAVISEN