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Chasm
Literature and Fiction2012 · 416 pp

Chasm

Lars Saabye Christensen

A big new novel by Lars Saabye Christensen: it contains brilliant stories from a summer in Oslo in the 60s and a nightmarish period spent in Karmack, a small North American town. The link is Funder, the protagonist, whose loyalty is tested when, at the age of fifteen, he stays alone with his mother (and, on and off, four aunts) for a summer spent in a house on Nesodden near Oslo. In the second half of the novel, Funder is admitted for treatment to an institution in the United States. By then, he is almost sixty years old, his father has just died and his mother is on her deathbed. Funder, who has become an author, is far from happy. Sluk is a sharp and entertaining novel which is consistent with the author's earlier work but also shows new sides to his talent. ‘I have rarely read a more poetical, elegant and original biography of an author. It is entertaining as well – and with an epilogue so intense, heavy with existence, authentic and beautiful that it simply knocks me out.’Dagbladet ‘Sluk is a novel based on equal parts of poetic aggression and the joy of story-telling. An autobiographical novel which you cannot possibly be unaffected by.’VG ‘A master of repetition … Lars Saabye Christensen presents an offer Norwegian book lovers cannot refuse. It starts as an echo and ends as an unbeatable masterpiece.’Aftenposten ‘… one of the best novels from Christensen.’Bergens Tidende‘… a beautiful homage to the housewives of the sixties, and a sort of wrapped reminder of what actually means something in this world … a successful novel, and an especially beautiful depiction of a mother’s love.’Dagsavisen ‘… simply brilliant.’Vårt Land ‘A tender, sad and beautiful book about death, guilt and reconciliation. … Possibly his strongest and best book since The Half Brother.’Adresseavisen ‘This book can be understood in so many different ways and offers such an exceptional reading experience which this reader, for one, would not have missed.’Trønder-Avisa (6 points out of 6) ‘The new novel, Sluk, more than measures up to our expectations. The author is even better than before.’NRK P2

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Stasia
Literature and Fiction2012 · 176 pp

Stasia

Peter Franziskus Strassegger

A novel about Armin and Stasia who are uncared-for siblings leading rootless lives. Their parents are always on the move, running some kind of business venture in Europe. One day, they turn up to get their children who have been staying with their Norwegian grandmother; together, they travel from one country to the next, living almost like a circus family. Their story is told from Armin's point of view, but he expresses himself above all in terms of his fantasy life. The tougher the outside reality becomes, the more uneasy Armin feels about staying inside his dream world. He has a strong bond with his sister, who is the firm centre of his life. When she suddenly vanishes one day, Armin finds it increasingly difficult to keep reality and imagination apart. The portrait of this unconventional family and their restless existence creates an enclosed world. It is an emotionally charged but also objective narrative about children growing up in circumstances which may seem extreme but are not without ordinary features. A grim novel about a lost child and his experience of reality. The language is simple and absurdly funny. ‘…extraordinary, inventive and consuming.’Dagbladet‘… stylish and thought provoking by a debutant who knows what he is doing.’Stavanger Aftenblad

The Beach Hotel
UpLit2012 · 256 pp

The Beach Hotel

Jeanette Semb

Søstrene Josefine og Martine flytter til tante Tulla etter å ha blitt foreldreløse. Ved siden av tantens hus ligger Drøbak Strandhotell, som imponerer i sin storslagenhet. I hotellet er det et rom som aldri leies ut til gjester. Her ble nemlig en kvinne brutalt drept, og det blir sagt at kvinnene som går inn på rom 11, aldri kommer ut igjen … – Er det hotellet? spurte Josefine og pekte. Hun hadde snudd seg og fått øye på den store, hvite bygningen som lå så majestetisk til, og med en hage som strakte seg nesten hele veien ned til fjorden. – Så vakkert det er, sa Martine med beundring i stemmen. – Det spøker der, kom det plutselig fra Aksel. – Det er en kvinne som går igjen.

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Triangle
Mystery and Crime2012 · 448 pp

Triangle

Eystein Hanssen

DI Elli Rathke is on vacation and, at last, has time and opportunity to investigate the murder of her sister, which took place 15 years earlier. The murderer was never caught. At the same time, the Oslo police and especially Elli's partner Jan Nereng have to deal with several drug-related killings. As Elli digs deeper into the case of her sister's murder, ever more insidious similarities to Nereng's findings turn up. Fast-moving crime fiction at its best, with the toughest lady in Oslo in the lead!This is the third book in the Elli-series. ‘Eystein Hanssen is getting better at writing crime fiction all the time. Judging by his work so far, his greatest strength is his skill in devising complex plot lines, rich in detail. He provides clues step by step, in a way that makes the narrative seem both realistic and exciting.’ DAGBLADET‘Hanssen does not just create a very competent plot, but is also a dab hand at writing action sequences that are physically affecting and carry an emotional charge.’AFTENPOSTEN ‘Eystein Hanssen has quickly established himself as one of Norway’s leading writers of crime fiction. His careful research lends credence and realism to the fast-moving action. The constant tension makes the reader keep turning the pages. Apparently straightforward circumstances can be critically important clues. “Everything is connected,” as Nereng is fond of saying. Hanssen is very good at describing rough action and his episodic storytelling makes his books ask to be filmed.’ OPPLAND ARBEIDERBLAD ‘Strong and thrilling drama … Hanssen has a praiseworthy talent for creating and developing intricate, wide-ranging storylines. They are both credible and exciting – which is also true of Triangle.’HAUGESUNDS AVIS ‘Steely control … a believable scenario spiced up with real writerly skill. No let-up in the excitement.’TRØNDER-AVISA ‘Eystein Hanssen succeeds in creating an intricate pattern of storylines as the narrative leaps between Oslo and Thailand and between past and present, while, despite this, he manages to piece together all the plot elements in such a convincing way that the overall result is a well-structured work of Norwegian crime fiction.’BOKSTAVER.NO

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Cool Things You Can Make Yourself
Children's Books2012 · 64 pp · Age 6 - 12

Cool Things You Can Make Yourself

Anna Fiske

This is the third book of fun things that can be made from bits and pieces you have at home. Written by Anna Fiske, who has proven to be an almost inexhaustible source of ideas, there are ideas for readers both big and small using simple everyday items – pine cone figures, pop-up cards, peanut people and a chestnut aeroplane. The book is illustrated with colourful and informative photographs and drawings, leaving no room for anyone to feel bored! This book is wonderful for using both at home and in schools and nurseries.

The World’s First Balloon Flight
Children's Books2012 · Age 6 - 12

The World’s First Balloon Flight

Lena Lindahl

One evening in November 1782, the Frenchman Joseph Montgolfier has an idea after having seen a small paper bag sent whirling into the air by the warm air in the fireplace. If a small bag can take off with warm air, surely a big bag could do the same, couldn't it? Perhaps a bag big enough to carry people? Together with his brother Étienne, he gets to work with trials and experiments. The Royal Academy of Sciences in Paris soon comes to hear of this. They will not have two simple sons of a paper factory owner taking the credit for something they have been trying to do themselves in vain for several years, and a race is soon on. A race that will include Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette, as well as a duck, a cockerel and a sheep. ‘… a book which teenagers and adults can enjoy as well, both funny and educational at the same time. Rui Tenreiro's drawings balance nicely between light humor and factual accuracy, and thus match the text perfectly.’Tønsberg Blad ‘… An impressive element of the book is the array of beautiful comic book style illustrations by Rui Tenreiro… The illustrations support the text and help to simplify the more complicated elements.’Barnebokkritikk.no ‘The story itself is exciting and told in an amusing style, and the book's large format allows the wonderful illustrations, in all their brightly coloured glory, to really shine through. There is so much to talk about here – this book works marvellously when read aloud.’Oppland Arbeiderblad

The World Liberators
Children's Books2012 · 200 pp · Age 9+

The World Liberators

Simon Stranger

New, freestanding book about Emilie, with whom we are already acquainted from Stranger's last young person's novel, Barsakh.In this new text, Emilie becomes involved in a youth protest group known as The World Liberators. The protest group is made up of young people of Emilie's age and a little older, and gives an outlet for their opinions on issues such as child labour, cruelty to animals, etc. Things begins with innocent protests, but soon develop into something increasingly more advanced – not to mention risky.The World Liberators is a thrilling political novel for young people.

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Don’t Want To! Me Do It!
Self Help2012 · 216 pp

Don’t Want To! Me Do It!

Elisabeth Gerhardsen

What to do when your child insists on wearing a summer dress and sandals in mid-winter, or when a trip to the shops turns into a howling tantrum or the child has to start from the beginning whenever it hasn't been allowed to do everything himself? The terrible toddler period is a demanding time that can cause many large and small confrontations. This book provides good advice about how to take control, while at the same time respect the child's feelings and support its self-esteem. The text includes many ideas about how to avoid conflict in the first place, deal with anger and solve locked situations. Thought-provoking examples show how the child thinks and why it acts the way it does. The central aim is to let the child continue liking itself, while helping it to be liked by others. The book contains many typical incidents and suggestions for how to deal with them. A wise, thoughtful book about a difficult time for many parents: good advice which will make everyday life easier for the whole family.

The Alphabet Feast
Children's Books2011 · 64 pp · Age 3 - 9

The Alphabet Feast

Max Estes

All the letters of the alphabet are having a party, and are trying to find something to take with them. The birthday boy is Åsmund, the very last letter of the alphabet. All the letters have names and appear on the left-hand page as people in the shape of the letters they represent. On the right hand side are shapes and objects from the natural world that resemble the same letters. The illustrations are a combination of photographs and drawings. Alfabetfesten is an original and colourful ABC that will please both those learning the letters and those who are already familiar with them.

The Last Magician 2
Children's Books2011 · 288 pp · Age 6+

The Last Magician 2

Sigbjørn Mostue

Even in a seemingly boring village like Kløfta, exciting things can happen. Simen is offered an apprenticeship in the fantastic world of magic when he happens upon the world's last living magician. The magical knowledge is close to dying out, and there are evil forces at work in the world. It is with great haste that Gregers the Magician attempts to train Simen as his apprentice, but the enemy eventually does away with the magician, leaving Simen completely alone. Belz and Ebub continues where the exciting and nerve-wracking first book concluded. Terrifying Ebub has escaped from the underground prison in Gnosis Hollow, and has been joined by a feline ally, Belz. In his despair over Greger's death, Simen becomes easy prey. Belz and Ebub require Simen for a very special purpose.

Det mørke nettet
Narrative Non-fiction2011 · 192 pp

Det mørke nettet

Øyvind Strømmen

In the wake of July 22nd, Øyvind Strømmen is one of the very few able to give us badly needed knowledge about the background of the terrible tragedy that unfolded in Oslo and on Utøya. In the book Det mørke nettet, Strømmen argues that the attitudes and the hatred made obvious to all on July 22nd are in no way unique. It can be traced back in time, both to the Norwegian past and to right-wing extremist parties and movements all across Europe. Strømmen gives an account of the ideological positions which served as points of departure for what became terrorist action. He stresses in particular the so-called counter-Jihadism, internet radicalization and movements parallel to Islamism. One of the crucial issues for activists within this sphere is the fear that Groups within Europe's immigrant communities are in fact agents ready to carry out a much grander, more invasive plan: a future Eurabia, where non-western settlers are in the majority in Europe, and gradually attempt to replace western civilization and culture with conformity to Muslim doctrine and lack of freedom. Using a selection of concrete examples, Strømmen creates a complex but clearly drawn image of anti-islamic Europe – from the author Oriana Fallaci to extremist parties on the right such as Vlaams Belang and Front National, and on to the bloggers interacting in the context of the Vienna school, with the Norwegian Fjordman as one of the most distinctive voices. The author also provides an overview of the history of terrorist actions by right-wing extremists during the last few decades. ‘This has got to be the most important book of the year.’Dagsavisen ‘Øyvind Strømmen was awarded "Freelancer of the year" this fall for his journalism onright wing extremists and islamofobic blogs on the internet. It is well-deserved. And with this book he has made a strong contribution to the discussions the Norwegian socitety willgo through post July 22nd.’NRK Jon Rognlien discusses Lisa Bjurwald’s Europas skam and Øyvind Strømmen’s Det mørke nettet: ‘These two well-written, well-informed and challenging books demand that we open our eyes to the extreme right-wing, racist and intolerant underground devoted to violence, from which Anders Behring Breivik extracted his ideas.’Dagbladet ‘In order to get a sober explanation in Norwegian of the lineage of right-wing extremism , Strømmen is clearly the source to consult.’Dagens Næringsliv ‘ … whereas I and only too many of the other permanently employed journalists have prioritised, or have had to prioritise other topics, the freelancer Strømmen has dug deep.’Morgenbladet

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This Sweet Life
Literature and Fiction2011 · 432 pp

This Sweet Life

Siri Østli

Mari, Charlotte and Irmela are growing up in a small place called Barkestad. They are best friends and share everything – until Charlotte and Irmela have one of these juvenile rows and it ruins their relationship. A few years later, they all meet in Oslo's bohemian Grünerløkka quarter; Mari tries bravely to mediate between the friends, even though she has her own issues to deal with. So have all three of them, in fact. Mari, who is coping with post-natal depression, finds a note on the kitchen table. It's written by her beloved Peter, who has moved out and left her alone with nearly-new-born Lilja in an old, draughty house with the cellar stocked with fine wines. Irmela, impulsive as ever, has run away from her church wedding, right in the middle of the ceremony. And now she worries about whether she's married or not. Charlotte, who is goal-oriented, wants just two things: a permanent job as a journalist and the status of a fashion icon. But first she simply must help Mari to sort out her life and make Irmela realise that somewhere, her husband is waiting for her.