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Heroes of the animal kingdom
Children's Books2022 · 72 pp · Age 6 - 12

Heroes of the animal kingdom

Line Renslebråten

Heroes of the Animal Kingdom is a beautiful, informative, easy-to-read, illustrated non-fiction title, about animals who have helped humans with the most incredible things, including space travel, saving lives and wars. Animals are an important part of nature and our ecosystem which keeps the planet going. But the animals have also played an important part in our development from cavemen to modern humans. Throughout the last centuries almost every single progress in medicine, from antibiotics to transplants, has been tested on animals. Some of the first astronauts were furry and had paws. Animals have been more important for the development of humans than most people realise.Line Renslebråten depicts and tells the story about this part of human – and animal – history in a way not seen before. With care and respect for the animals she’s composed gorgeous pictures and text. This book is a collection of dramatic, touching, and true stories of incredible heroic deeds made by animals.

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2022 · 107 pp

Herman - Tales from an undiagnosed childhood

Herman Flesvig / Erlend Loe

“Inside my head you will find the largest city in the world, traffic is humming day and night, the streets have no names and I play one hundred instruments at the same time.” Welcome inside the head of Herman. This is a head not quite like all others. As a child Herman is a little bit different. A little too much. Someone who cannot pay attention, learn quickly enough, do what he’s supposed to. But inside Herman's head, things are moving so much faster than for other people. He is Mr. Miyagi, he has a whole world inside his t-shirt, he has a triangle on his weenie, he fights with a samurai sword in the forest. The thing is, though, that no one else knows this. They are busy with listening to what the teacher is saying. Herman is a book for children – and those who once were children. This is a story for anyone who has ever felt a bit different and alone. And for all others, too. The book is written by Erlend Loe and illustrated by Bård Sletvold Torkildsen.NORLA SELECTED TITLE SPRING 2023

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Heart of the Forest. Sydänmettä.
Literature and Fiction2022

Heart of the Forest. Sydänmettä.

M. Seppola Simonsen

Winner of the prestigious Tarjei Vesaas' debutant prize 2022Winner of the 2023 Havmann's Prize M. Seppola Simonsen's debut collection is an investigation of Kven identity and loss of language in contemporary Norway. The poems move through family and generations, nature and animal life, dreams and visions, body and heart. They pursue the echoes of abandoned lives and forgotten language, in search of who we are in the shadow of what once was. How much of us is hidden, and perhaps lost, in those who lived before us? These are poems about being a stranger to oneself, to one's own language, nature, and homeland.

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Dog Without a Grave
Mystery and Crime2022 · 464 pp

Dog Without a Grave

Torkil Damhaug

In this gripping thriller by Torkil Damhaug, the reader is pulled into a world where violence and revenge looms, but also where compassion and reconciliation are possible. Gina Witt, a feminist and TV-celebrity, is admired and hated for her current affairs show on TV. One of her episodes is about sexual assault, where the accusor and the accused parttake. Shortly after the episode, the infamous host is found murdered in her sister’s house. The formerly famous lawyer Fred Rivers finds out that it was his daughter Silje who returned home to find her aunt Gina murdered. The murder also has creepy similarities with the case Rivers himself was convicted for, 12 years earlier. He can’t let go of the thought that Silje could also be in danger. Winner of the Norwegian Riverton Prize for Crime in 2022.«Torkil Damhaug is one of Norway's sharpest crime writers and a rare genius.»RANDABERG24, six/six stars«He composes a captivating plot, and reasons without missing a step.»STAVANGER AFTENBLAD, five/six stars«... first and foremost a damned good story.»NRK

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If I Were Prime Minister
Children's Books2022 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 6

If I Were Prime Minister

Trygve Skaug

If I were prime minister, everyone who wanted a dog would get a dog everyone who wanted a bike would get a bike and everyone who wanted a friend would get at least two Trygve Skaug has enjoyed huge success in recent years with both books and music. He has now written his first children’s book, the picture book If I Were Prime Minister, with beautiful and colourful illustrations by Ella Okstad. This is an uplifting, inspiring and socially critical book in which Trygve’s poetic voice evokes a child’s perspective on several things the grown-ups running the country could have done better.

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Why don’t tongues grow hair?
Children's Books2022 · 64 pp · Age 6 - 12

Why don’t tongues grow hair?

Kaveh Rashidi

Children ask a lot of strange questions, and these books have the answers! This time it’s Dr Kaveh Rashidi answering a range of questions asked by children about the body. Because why do we have blood in our bodies? How do our ears work? Why do old people die? And can doctors really fix everyone who gets sick? Why don’t tongues grow hair? is educational, easy to understand and humorously illustrated, and a perfect conversation starter about the body for children aged 6–9. The entire series is illustrated by Leonard Furuberg, who has a playful and accessible style reminiscent of Pixar/Disney animation.

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Don't!
Children's Books2022 · 48 pp · Age 3 - 6

Don't!

Gro Dahle

Tiki wants to climb the tall tree. Tiki wants to pet dogs and jump in puddles and go on the swing at top speed. Don’t swing so high! dad yells. Don’t pet the dogs you don’t know! yells mum. Don’t pet dogs you know either because no dogs are safe. Don’t climb up the bookshelf! Don’t eat so much sugar! Don’t! Don’t! We just don’t want anything bad to happen to you! says mum and dad. But it’s not that easy for Tiki when her parents constantly limit her, and she begins to shrink. She becomes so small that she can fit inside a snow globe. Tiki must use strong powers to become herself again, to dare exist in a world in between everything that is dangerous. Don’t! is a thought-provoking and fun picture book from Gro Dahle and Svein Nyhus. A lovely story for all children who are itching to explore the world around them, and not least as a reminder for all parents to nag their children a little less.NOMINATED TO THE NORDIC COUNCIL CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S LITERATURE PRIZE

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Scandinavian Christmas
Crafts and Hobbies2022 · 240 pp

Scandinavian Christmas

Victoria Dam

Dark green wreaths and Christmas red fruits. Green pizza on the barbecue and orange garlands in the window. Angels made of icing on the tree and breaded Christmas ham on the table. And of course, a gingerbread house in the windowsill. For garden designer and interior design enthusiast Victoria Dam, creativity rises when Christmas approaches. It begins with homemade advent décor, flower arrangements and ornate candles. It continues with edible Christmas ornaments and presents, hot drinks and spiced baked goods. Before it all ends with an abounding table of Christmas foods and, a little later, a tempting table for New Year’s Eve. And like the photographs of Victoria and her twin daughters will show you, many of these activities can be done together with children. In this extensive, inspirational book of ideas and recipes, gorgeously photographed, Victoria Dam shares everything that makes Christmas a cozy and evocative time for the whole family.

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Christmas at Glitter Peak Lodge
UpLit / Literature and Fiction2022 · 336 pp

Christmas at Glitter Peak Lodge

Kjersti Herland Johnsen

The well-known mountain climber and expedition leader Ingrid Berg has returned home to take over the management of Glitter Peak Lodge, which her family has run for generations. Ingrid’s grandmother is stepping down, and with Christmas approaching, the traditional climbing hotel is awaiting many guests. Ingrid can feel the pressure. Soon enough, complications arise, and it can almost feel like someone out there doesn’t want her to succeed – but why? Is her celebrity ex-boyfriend the one to blame? Or could it have something to do with local big shot Hallgrim Dalen, and his old grudge with Ingrid’s grandmother? While ensuring an unforgettable Christmas for the guests of Glitter Peak Lodge, Ingrid must get to the bottom of the mystery. Luckily, she has dear friends, an eclectic staff, and lovely holiday guests to aid her. Not to mention her childhood friend, Tor …The ultimate feelgood Christmas read, with romance, family, traditions and an old mystery, all set in a picturesque Norwegian winter in the mountains.«A breath of lovely mountain air of a book: so delightful and charming!» Jenny Colgan, author of Meet Me at the Cupcake Café and Little Beach Street Bakery. «A sweet story that rooms both Christmas preparations, mystery and a dose of romance.»Hverdagsnett, five/six stars «Johnsen’s novel provides plenty of character development along with details of fresh spruce branches, fireplaces filled with birch logs, and hearty meals featuring local sausage and saffron buns.»Oprah Daily «[...] this cozy mystery is a warm introduction to Nordic traditions like kransekake (wreath cake), saffron buns, and Santa Lucia celebrations.»AARP «This gentle romantic mystery, set amid the incomparable beauty of Norway, makes for a delightful literary vacation.»Shelf Awareness

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Karsten and Petra Build a Museum
Children's Books2022 · 32 pp · Age 3 - 6

Karsten and Petra Build a Museum

Tor Åge Bringsværd

New this year comes a book full of games, curiosity and history. Karsten and Petra are looking at an old photo album of experiences they’ve had, holidays they’ve been on and memories from their old house. Attentive readers will see themselves in this! Then Karsten has an idea: he’s going to build a museum together with Petra. They eagerly start collecting all sorts of memories, with their big sister, Siri, helping them to build “The Museum of Karsten and Petra”.Come one, come all to the grand opening!

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Map of Loneliness
Narrative Non-fiction / Self Help2022 · 344 pp

Map of Loneliness

Hilde Østby

In March 2020 the world closed down and stayed completely or partly closed for two and a half years. Most arenas where humans go for companionship, such as offices and concerts, weddings and funerals, disappeared or were decimated overnight. It’s as if the whole world has taken part in a huge experiment in loneliness, according to author Hilde Østby. The result of this experiment is worth dwelling on, as it’s not an easy diagnosis to just brush off. Research shows that loneliness, if it is chronic, is more dangerous for our health than smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In Map of Loneliness Hilde Østby approaches the subject on a personal, philosophical and journalistic level in order to get to grips with loneliness – one of our most enigmatic and under-communicated public health challenges. She shows us what loneliness does to us and asks where it comes from. That is a question which can be answered both medically and existentially. Maybe the mechanisms which drive us apart could later bring us back together? In that case loneliness is something we must solve as a community, through community, and for the community.

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Celebrity Crush
Children's Books2022 · 192 pp · Age 9+

Celebrity Crush

Kirsti Kristoffersen

What if your crush suddenly became the most famous person in the country? Celebrity Crush is the first book in a trilogy by Kirsti Kristoffersen, who probably knows more about fan culture that almost anyone else in Norway. Hanging out with Grandma at a remote campground was not exactly how Karoline had pictured spending her summer vacation, but here she is. On Instagram everyone else is obviously having a way better summer than her – including her increasingly distant best friend. But then she meets Mathias. Mathias is cute, funny and kind – and Karoline falls hard. Everything is perfect, but there’s something a bit odd about Mathias. What is he hiding? The scene is set for love, drama and a shock. First love, first kiss, and a campground. Hurray for teen love! - *****Co-reviewer Molly Nagel [12 years old] is in the target audience and sped through the book in record time. And was delighted. 'I can’t wait to read the next two books. I give it a five out of six stars!'NETTAVISEN Celebrity crush is a feelgood holiday read for teenagers. […] The novel evokes the feeling that ‘anything’ can happen on summer holiday, regardless of where you are. Kristoffersen puts into words what many experience at that age, to not know whether the friendship will survive growth and development. The book engages me and makes me almost – almost – nostalgic about that first all-consuming love.PERISKOP.NO

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