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cappelen damm agency Rights Catalogue 2011 children’s books

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CONTENTS CONTACT INFORMATION

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FICTION Picture Books

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Illustrated Books

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First Readers

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Young Adults & Crossover

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Graphic Novels

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Series

90

Non-Fiction

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Author Index

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Cappelen Damm Agency Cappelen Damm is Norway’s largest publishing house, publishing approximately 1300 titles a year, within the genres of fiction, non-fiction and children’s books.

Cappelen Damm’s list of children’s books authors includes Johan Harstad, Thorbjørn Egner, Iben Sandemose, Stian Hole, Erlend Loe and Fam Ekman. We also have a strong list of fiction in translation, which includes JK Rowling, Markus Zusak, Sonya Hartnett, Darren Shan, Christopher Paolini and Eoin Colfer.

Cappelen Damm is owned jointly by Bonnier and Egmont, each of which owns 50%.

Cappelen Damm Agency represents the rights of all of the authors in this catalogue. The Agency is responsible for all foreign book rights, as well as rights for TV, film, radio, anthologies, electronic media, etc. We are happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the authors and the sales of foreign rights.

We look forward to speaking to you.

Picture books

For ages 2–3 years

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Bodil Vidnes-Kopperud and Anette V. Heiberg

Nilsen and the Playpen Nilsen og lekegrinda «The way things are looking around here tells me that it’s time for us to tidy up a little,» says Daddy. Nilsen wants to help Daddy. He can tidy too. He certainly doesn’t want to be in the playpen, in any case!

Bodil Vidnes-Kopperud and Anette V. Heiberg

Nilsen and the Changing Table Nilsen og stellebordet When Nilsen was little, changing his nappy was no problem at all. But that was then, and this is now!

Bodil Vidnes-Kopperud invites us to join little Nilsen and his big sister Dina at home.

The Nilsen stories are sweet, charming and familiar, and illustrated throughout by Anette Heiberg.

Bodil Vidnes-Kopperud (1975–) studied theatre in London and worked as, among other things, a director and playwright for children’s and teens’ theatre. This is her first children’s book.

Anette Heiberg (1981–) creates colourful and merry illustrations that bring a smile to children and adults alike. She illustrates children’s books for clients worldwide.

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For ages 2–4 years

Little Ting Eats ABC Lille Ting spiser ABC A for aubergine, B for brie, C for chilli.

Little Ting loves food. In bowls or barrels – it’s all good!

D for dumpling, E for egg, F for fennel. Boiled or steamed, raw or fried, Just what eat she must decide!

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Nhu Diep

‘… this series has got to be a success.’

Dagbladet

Nhu Diep

Little Ting Counts to Twelve Lille Ting teller til 12 Little Ting has a moneybox. Inside the moneybox are two coins. Little Ting goes to the shop and buys three lollipops. Little Ting eats up all the lollipops. But then, oh no! She loses 4 teeth!

An amusing series with lively and original illustrations. Debut author Nhu Diep has created a character and universe that is at once stylish, humorous and accomplished. A new and colourful series for young readers that adults and children alike will grow immeasurably fond of.

Nhu Diep (1978–) is qualified within the field of visual communication, and works freelance in addition to teaching illustration and graphic design. Nhu lives in Bergen with her husband Espen and two children, Mui and Tiger.

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For ages 2–6 years

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Bjørn Ousland

Doggie Disappears Bisk blir borte This is the fourth book about Doggie, the enterprising little dog.

The family is picking bilberries in the forest.

Doggie is bored until a kid called Martin turns up. Suddenly the forest is good fun after all, but it’s so easy to get lost.

Humour for little children, and a very charming central character. Easy to read and illustrated in strong, clear colours.

‘Recognizable everyday humor and roles turned upside down are to the youngest’s liking.’

Foreldre & Barn

Bjørn Ousland (1959–) is a cartoonist, illustrator and author of children’s books. He has received several awards for his illustrations and cartoons, and his lines are filled with humor.

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Doggie Gets a Little Baby (Bisk får en liten unge), 2007. Rights sold to: Denmark (lamberths) Doggie Gets a New Friend (Bisk får en ny venn), 2008. Rights sold to: Denmark (lamberths)

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Prince Doggie (Prins Bisk), 2009. Rights sold to: Denmark (lamberths) and India (a&a books)

For ages 2–6 years

Gracie and Grandma in the Air Fiat og Farmor i vilden sky This is the sixth book about Gracie and Grandma.

Grandma is terrified of flying. She has never set foot in a plane. But now she has changed her mind.

Gracie loves flying and they are going to travel together. Grandma packs things: her hula-hoop, a rolling pin and an egg slicer. «Too much,» Gracie cries and hands Grandma a small suitcase. All the time in the air, Gracie helps Grandma to cope with her fear of flying. A wise and funny story, which works well as a read-it-yourself book for the very young.

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Iben Sandemose

‘As usual, the illustrations are brilliant, with clear lines and rich details.’

Bokstaver.no

Iben Sandemose (1950–) is a versatile artist and a master of imagery. She has created a number of distinctive children’s books – and her work is critically acclaimed.

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Gracie and Grandma (Fiat og farmor), 2002. Rights sold to: Denmark (Alma), India (A & A Books), Japan, Sweden (Bonnier Carlsen) and United States (MacKenzie Smiles) Gracie and Grandma Under Water (Fiat og farmor under vann), 2003. Rights sold to: Sweden

(Bonnier Carlsen) and United States (MacKenzie Smiles)

Gracie and Grandma – the Secret (Fiat og farmor – hemmeligheten), 2004. Rights sold to: United

States (MacKenzie Smiles)

Gracie and Grandma and One More (Fiat og farmor og en til), 2007. Rights sold to: United States

(MacKenzie Smiles)

Gracie and Grandma in Honolulu (Fiat og farmor på Honolulu), 2009. Rights sold to: United

States (MacKenzie Smiles)

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For ages 3–7 years

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Tor Åge Bringsværd and Egil Nyhus

Mira Loses Her Appetite Mira mister matlysten

Mira Gru is a little monster. She lives in the town of Boo with Mummy Gru and Daddy Gru and has a cat named Rasputin. One day Mira loses her appetite, and decides to go out to look for it.

First she visits Grusifer. He works as a scarecrow, but he can’t help her. She looks everywhere – at Aunt Draculina’s house, and the Frankengress family residence, and many other places too.

Mira mister matlysten is a simple and amusing little story complemented by wonderful illustrations by Egil Nyhus. Mira is a cool little monster and a lovely new acquaintance!

Tor Åge Bringsværd (1939–) has received many awards, as a writer and as a playwright.

His works have been translated into 23 languages and his theatrical works have been staged in twelve countries. Bringsværd writes for all ages.

Egil Nyhus (1962–) is a noted illustrator of books for children and youth.

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For ages 3–7 years

Bibbi and the Cat Bibbi og katten Bibbi and the cat are ever so excited. Babba is arriving today. It’s been ages since they saw him last. Bibbi and the cat wonder if he might have changed. They bake a delicious cake for Babba, his favourite pear cake. But it’s still a long wait.

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Gry Moursund

Perhaps they should have just a taste of the cake?

A simple, amusing book for the very young.

Gry Moursund (1969–) graduated from the National Art Academy with a specialization in illustration and graphic design. She has since received a number of prizes for her illustrations, among them the Brage Prize in 2003. In 2009 she won the Ministry of Culture's Picture Book Award for her book Bukkene Bruse på Badeland.

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Three Cheers for Susi (Hipp Hurra for selveste Susi), 2008.

The Billy Goats Gruff at the Water Park (Bukkene Bruse på Badeland), 2009.

Rights sold to: denmark (Rosinante&co)

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For ages 4–6 years

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Gudny Ingebjørg Hagen and Helena Ohlsson

The Skating Circus

Skøytesirkus. Josefine Olsens barnehage 1 All the children from Josefine Olsen’s nursery school are to go skating together, and Adil wants to sit next to Rose on the bus. But Gro is always in the way. Why does she have to ruin everything?

This is the first book in a new series of twelve about all the people, big and small, that make up Josefine Olsen’s nursery school. Exciting and familiar for the very youngest. Beautifully illustrated by Helena Ohlsson.

Gudny Ingebjørg Hagen and Helena Ohlsson

The King of Snow

Snøkongen. Josefine Olsens barnehage 2 Not only is Darius run down by a dog on the toboggan run. When he and the others return to nursery, they discover that somebody has stolen the fantastic nose from the snowman they have built! The nose Darius had brought with him that day! Who could have done something so awful?

This is the second book in the series about Josefine Olsen’s nursery school.

Gudny Ingebjørg Hagen (1954–) has written screenplays for a number of children’s television series for NRK. She is responsible for writing all the books, screenplays, and theatre and film scripts for Jul i Blåfjell, Jul på Månetoppen and Julenatt i Blåfjell.

Helena Ohlsson (1975–) graduated in the discipline of drawing and illustration from the

University College of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm. She debuted as a children’s book illustrator in 2009, and now resides in Oslo.

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For ages 3–7 years

The Cuckoo in the Clock Gjøken i klokka Baby Hare and the Hedgehog are good friends.

It is winter and Baby Hare has run out of logs.

Hedgehog is deep in his winter sleep and can’t help. Baby Hare cuts down an old birch tree.

Which is fine for him, but not for Mrs Cuckoo who lived in it. What is she to do? She moves into Baby Hare’s cuckoo clock and, after a while, makes his life so difficult he has to wake Hedgehog after all.

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Jan-Kåre Øien

This, the third book about Baby Hare and the Hedgehog, is a lovely winter’s tale with enjoyable illustrations.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Lamberths)

Jan-Kåre Øien (1950–) is a renowned and popular illustrator. He sketches, paints and works as a graphic designer. But his favorite activity is illustrating children’s books.

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The Package From Australia (Pakken fra Australia), 2008.

The Chinese Teapot (Den kinesiske tekannen), 2009. Rights sold to: India (A & A Books)

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For ages 3–7 years

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Tore Renberg and Øyvind Torseter

Step on it, Ine! Gi gass, Ine

This is the first volume in a new series of picture books by Tore Renberg and Øyvind Torseter.

Ine and Hasse are sister and brother. Ine is the older one and can fix everything. Hasse doesn’t say much, only «yes» or «tractor». They are going to cut down a tree in the forest and Ine carries the axe, of course. Soon, all the forest animals turn up to find out what’s going on.

The text is playful and charming, with overtones of jingles. The beautiful illustrations are based on cut-and-fold technique. One of the most exciting picture books in 2010!

Rights sold to: Denmark (Rosinante&Co) and Sweden (Kabusa)

‘Perfect! … A beautiful and clever picture book. … Words and illustrations are in close dialogue throughout the book. The style, both verbal and visual, is innovative, poetic, playful. Renberg/Torseter make a good team…’

Dagbladet

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For ages 3–7 years

Ha ha, Hasse He he, Hasse

Last year we met Ine and Hasse in Gi gass, Ine! This year we meet them once again in a new book, He he, Hasse.

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Tore Renberg and Øyvind Torseter

Ine and Hasse have a plan. They want to blow up the big stone on the ground. The one that gets in the way of everything. But for that they will need some dynamite. They begin by asking the elk.

But he doesn’t have any left over. Then they ask the bear and owls and others they meet. But they don’t have any in stock, apart from the badger, and he is rather grumpy, particularly when he’s woken in the middle of the day.

Tore Renberg’s words and Øyvind Torseter’s collage prints complement one another beautifully.

Tore Renberg (1972–) published a short book of prose in 1995 called Sovende floke, which was awarded with the Tarjei Vesaas' prize for first books. Since then he has published three novels for adults, one collection of shorter prose pieces and five books for children.

Much of his work has been translated into other languages. Øyvind Torseter (1972–) has written and illustrated Klikk, For en neve havre and

Avstikkere. He has co-authored and illustrated several other books and won many awards – the most recent being the 2008 BolognaRagazzi Award and the Award for The Year’s Most Beautiful Book for Avstikkere.

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For ages 2–7 years

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Ingunn Aamodt

The Powder Witch Pulverheksa

Come along and meet the Powder Witch in the Powder Wood! You’ll also get to know a cat called Hokus and a crow called Pokus. And you’ll learn about a great big cooking pot which can make muffins and fizzy drinks and many other things, too, if only Powder Witch pops some of her powder into it.

Since 1998, 16 Powder Witch books have been published. The latest volume in the series will become available in May 2011.

This will give you an idea of the action in some of the Powder Witch books:

Powder Witch Has Visitors The Powder Witch is waiting for the Tiny Trolls to come visiting.

This must be them, she thinks every time there’s a knock on the door. But it isn’t! Instead, there’s the Policeman and the Crocodile and the Dream Prince and the Dream Princess and the Twit and the Thief – every one of them has got a problem and only Powder Witch can help. In the end, the Tiny Trolls knock on the door at last and all they want is muffins and fizzy drinks and to have a great party in the Powder House.

‘The reading sensation for our youngest this year’ Førskolelærerbladet

‘The youngest will be delighted both by the repetitions and the surprises …’

Aftenposten

Powder Witch Goes Fishing Small-scale crime fiction: Everyone in the wood has lost something or other – what has been going on? Not even the Policeman, who can’t find his fishing rod, has a clue.

But Powder Witch sorts it all out.

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‘New and old friends of Powder Witch will all enjoy this book. One thing is certain, once her stories come into your home, you’ll have to read about her again and again.’

Haugesunds Avis

For ages 2–7 years

Someone has stolen the Powder Witch’s powder! All the clues point to the Thief – no surprise there. So, Powder Witch has to get him out of trouble.

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Powder Witch Helps the Thief

‘The books about Powder Witch are high quality literature for children and are very popular among 2-6-year-olds.’

University Library, University of Tromsø Total number of published volumes: approximately 200,000 copies.

The Powder Witch is featured in two “official” dramatic productions staged by the Puppet Theatre at the National Theatre. The Powder Witch world has also been the basis for innumerable productions by amateur theatre companies.

Several CDs have been released as Powder Witch audiobooks, either read aloud or in dramatized form. Other CDs have recordings of Powder Witch songs and other items. The Gammafon Company has created spin-off products such as lunch boxes, drinks bottles and jigsaws, which also include a board-game built around the Powder Witch concept.

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For ages 4–8 years

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Anna Fiske

Guess What!

HÆ?

The idea behind Hæ? is that both children and people with learning difficulties should be able to enjoy it. The book is designed as a series of guessing exercises: you are shown a small part of an object or a place and asked to guess what the whole is like. The answer is shown on the next page.

The idea has turned into a splendid book, unusual and varied, illustrated by a mixture of photographs and drawings. The answers are accompanied by amusing comments on the pictures.

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For ages 4–8 years

Hello Crayon!

Hallo fargeblyanten!

The three Hallo! books by Anna Fiske are highly popular, and now comes an activity book that builds upon them. The book is in black and white, allowing for the opportunity to draw and colour in.

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Anna Fiske

All one needs are five colours and a good imagination, and this becomes a fantastic little book like no other.

Anna Fiske (1964–) studied graphic design and illustration at Ölands Målarskola, and Konstfackskolan in Stockholm. Since 1992, she has worked as an illustrator for comic books, children’s picture books and children’s magazines.

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Hello Planet! (Hallo Planeten!), 2010. Rights sold to: Denmark (Lamberths) Hello Earth! (Hallo jorda!), 2007. Rights sold to: Denmark (Gyldendal) Hello City! (Hallo byen!), 2009. Rights sold to: Denmark (Lamberths)

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For ages 4–8 years

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Bjørn F. Rørvik and Thore Hansen

The Little Paint Brush Den lille penselen

The little paintbrush is teased by the others and thrown out of the painting cabinet. He then makes friends with an old broom. One night a thief pays a visit to the painter and steals a painting. Luckily, the painter, whose name is Edvard Munch, has an idea for a new piece of work.

Bjørn F. Rørvik (1964–) has worked extensively with film and video projects for the

business sector, and for children. He studied media in Volda, with a specialization in film and television. His first children’s book was published in 1996.

Thore Hansen (1942–) has written a number of books for both children and adults. He

is also a well-known and popular illustrator and has been awarded numerous prizes for his work.

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For ages 4–8 years

Baby Brother’s Gifts Lillebrors gaver Come and play in Fairy Tale Forest! Baby Brother from Moursund’s previous book Gjemmestreker wants to give presents to all the different animals. One gets an apple, another one a broom. Baby Brother runs about from one animal to the next. The last and best gift is meant for Big Brother Cat.

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Jill Moursund

The text is simple and the splendid illustrations full of references to fairy tales and fantastic creatures. An adventurous and playful picture book.

Jill Moursund (1971–) is an illustrator with a graduate degree in visual communication from Oslo National Academy of the Arts. She has illustrated a lot of books.

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Hide and Seek Gjemmestreker Gjemmestreker is an activity book filled with unexpected situations and sly tricks. Cat is playing hide and seek with Baby brother, but he can’t find him. Cat runs through the book, meeting people and animals, attending parties and visiting a carnival.

But where in the world has baby brother hidden himself?

An original picture book with playful text and exiting illustrations.

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For ages 5–12 years

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Hans Sande and Silje Granhaug

My Dad is a Pirate Pappa er sjørøvar

Tuva’s Daddy is a pirate, and every summer he hops in the pirate tanker to maraud the seas. His mission is just as secret as it is scary. Every year Tuva asks if she can join Daddy on his travels.

Daddy lines her up next to the measuring marks drawn on the wall. Hurray! This year, finally, she is big enough!

First they sail the sea in Finland. The tanker is full to bursting point, but where is all the water to go? They drive and drive through country after country, until eventually soldiers and a high wall stand in their way. On the other side is Palestine. But how will they get through the wall and to those who need the water most?

Pappa er sjørøvar is a rare and fresh political picture book for children. With illustrations from Silje Granhaug, Sande takes us on a journey of warmth and importance, and asks the big questions that aren’t raised often enough. Why is the world so unfair? And what can you and I do about it?

Hans Sande (1946–) is a writer and a psychiatrist. He has published several books for

both adults and children. Sande is best known for his picture books and has received many awards for his writing.

Silje Granhaug (1970–) has worked as an illustrator, graphic designer and visual artist since 1991. She has illustrated several children’s books and received a number of scholarships and prizes for her work.

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For ages 5–8 years

The Alphabet Feast Alfabetfesten 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.

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Max Estes

Alfabetfesten is an original and colourful ABC that will please both those learning the letters and those who are already familiar with them.

Max Estes (1977–) is an American illustrator and cartoonist living in Oslo. His work has been published and exhibited in Europe, Asia, USA, Canada and Scandinavia.

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Rubbish Søppel A factual story about two dustbin-men, Sigmund and Oskar, told in colourful pictures. We follow their journey around town from beginning to end of their working day. They set out at around four in the morning and are done by your lunchtime, or thereabouts.

What would happen if there were no rubbish-men?

‘Rubbish is fun! … Short, easy to read and precise sentences. Funny, educational and original illustrations.’

Gudbrandsdølen Dagningen

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For ages 5–99 years

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Flu Hartberg

Lost in the City Borte vekk i byen Borte vekk i byen is a wonderful and busy little book! There are countless tasks and fantastic cityscape page spreads where all sorts of people live, and all waiting to be discovered!

Among all those people is little Bertram, who is in a large shopping centre with his family when he has the sudden urge to use the toilet! Things ought to be simple, but obstacles keep popping up and delaying him from making his way to a bathroom. Soon he finds himself alone and wandering through the town. His family isn’t sure where he’s made off to, but maybe you’ll have more luck at finding him?

Lose yourself in outdoor parks, teeming squares, busy shopping streets, long bathing beaches and crowded amusement parks!

Flu Hartberg (1979–) has a background in art, having studied in both Norway and

England. His comic series have been published in stand-alone form and in various magazines. He also works as an illustrator, and has produced work for several children’s books.

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For ages 5–99 years

Johannes Jensen Experiences a Miracle Johannes Jensen opplever et mirakel Johannes Jensen knows that Frida has a secret.

But she won’t tell him what it is. Eventually he understands that the secret is in Frida’s belly. She’s going to have a baby.

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Henrik Hovland and Torill Kove

While Johannes Jensen sits on his bench in Frogner park, Dr. Fjeld comes by. And together they discover what Johannes Jensen has to do to be a good father.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Lamberths)

‘These books are a comfort for all of us who wrestle with our inner crocodiles, awkward and lonely as we often are.’

Vårt Land

Henrik Hovland (1965–) has been a lumberjack, security guard, journalist, investigator, election observer, travel guide, deckhand and construction worker. He debuted with the short story collection Hvit mann in 1989.

Torill Kove (1958–) has illustrated the Johannes Jensen books and has published two of her

own children’s books – one of which, Den danske dikteren, was the basis for the Oscar-winning animated film of the same name in 2007.

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Johannes Jensen Feels Different (Johannes Jensen føler seg annerledes), 2003. Rights sold to: Denmark (Gyldendal), Palestinian Territory (Ogarit Cultural Centre), Russia (MD Media) and United States (Eerdmans) Johannes Jensen Falling in Love (Johannes Jensen og kjærligheten), 2005. Rights sold to: Denmark

(Lamberths)

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For ages 5–99 years

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Stian Hole

Garmann’s Secret Garmanns hemmelighet Garmann thinks about the twins, Hanne and Johanne, how similar they are and yet so different. Hanne is nasty and teases the others.

Johanne is nice and exciting to be with. She tells Garmann about a secret place that only the two of them share, a secret forest hideaway that they play in together. They draw with their fingers on each other’s backs, and Johanne confides that she sleeps with the light on. For a moment, time stands still. With sensitivity, Stian Hole portrays first love.

Garmanns hemmelighet is the third book about Garmann, and won the Norwegian Brage Prize in 2010 for Best Picture Book. For the first, Garmanns sommer, Stian Hole was also awarded the Brage Prize, and was the first Nordic author ever to receive the prestigious BolognaRagazzi Award in 2007. In 2009 Garmanns sommer received the Mildred L. Batchelder Award, announced by the Amercian Library Association. It also won the Deutscher Jugendliteratur Preis in 2010 and the French Prix Sorciére for best album of the year 2008. The second, Garmanns gate, was awarded the Nordic Association of School Librarians Children’s Literature prize in 2009.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Rosinante&Co), France (Albin Michel), Germany (Hanser), Russia, Spain (Kokinos), Sweden (Alfabeta) and United States (Eerdmans)

Stian Hole (1969–) is a reputed illustrator and an author. Garmanns hemmelighet is his fourth picture book.

For ages 5–99 years

Garmann’s Summer Garmanns sommer Summer is nearly over and Garmann is going to start school. Garmann is dreading it, and he tries to find out if adults dread doing things, too, while he’s seeing if he’s got a loose tooth. Garmann thinks about life and death, the present and the future. ”What do you want to be when you grow up?” Aunt Augusta whispers to him. ”A sword-swallower,” Garmann answers.

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Stian Hole

This is an unusual and nice story in words and pictures

by Stian Hole.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Thaning & Appel), Faroe Islands (Bókadeildin), France (Albin Michel), Germany (Hanser), Italy (Donzelli), Netherlands (Hoogland & Van Klaveren), Palestinian Territory (Ogarit Cultural Centre), Poland (fiso), Qatar (Bloomsbury Qatar), Korea (Woongjin Thinkbig), Russia (Machaon), Spain (Kokinos), Sweden (Alfabeta) and United States (Eerdmans)

Stian Hole

Garmann’s Street Garmanns gate Garmann has now started at school and the world seems even more unsafe. One day he is at the stamp man’s lawn with the horrible Roy. ‘Are you a wimp, Garmann? Are you too weak to light a match?’ Garmann lights the match, but when he accidentally drops it and a grass fire starts, Roy runs away. Garmann is left alone to put out the fire at the stamp man’s house.

And Garmann realizes that friendships are made when you least expect it.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Rosinante&Co), France (Albin Michel), Germany (Hanser), Poland (Fiso), Russia (Machaon), Spain (Kokinos), Sweden (Alfabeta) and United States (Eerdmans)

‘A work of art in itself. … Now [Stian Hole] is ready with a new book about Garmann, and it has become just as great as the first one.’

NRK

‘Still world class. … So consistent it is time to start talking about a Hole universe of its own.’

Bergens Tidende

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For ages 5–8 years

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Anna Bache-Wiig and Lisa Aisato

Don Fridtjof Don Fridtjof

Spoilt and grumpy Fridtjof the cat is tricked up a tree by none other than a little mouse! There he sits, in the rain and dark, whilst Father can’t think where he could have disappeared.

Perhaps Fridtjof will learn something about life perched up there? Or perhaps nothing at all? Will he ever find his way down?

Anna Bache-Wiig (1975–) is an established actor and has had many film and theatre roles.

She debuted as an author in 2003 with the critically acclaimed novel Det aller fineste. Don Fridtjof is her first children’s book.

Lisa Aisato (1981–) is an illustrator, author and artist. She is best known for her children’s book Mine to oldemødre published in the fall of 2008. In 2009 she began as an illustrator for Dagbladet Magasinet.

‘Wonderfully original picture book.’

Dagbladet

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For ages 6–10 years

Who is Bullying Ronny Rat? Hvem bøller med Rånni Råtte?

Ronny Rat is back, and this time ventures into a scary house full of bats, spiderwebs and… bank robbers?!

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Pål Eikenes

Humour and suspense for the youngest readers from this playful picture book that also includes fun activities and simple sums.

Pål Eikenes (1972–) has experience within advertising, illustration and graphic design.

He works in Bergen as an illustrator, comic book artist and graphic designer.

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Ronny Rat’s Wild Day Rånni Råttes ville dag Ronny Rat has not done his maths homework and leaves home for school. On a wild journey through town he finds both delight and danger. With colourful pages and incredibly funny characters, first-time writer Pål Eikenes appeals to both younger and adult readers with his clever humour.

An educational book for everyone who likes simple sums and finding hidden things.

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For ages 6–12 years

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Gaute Heivoll and Line Halsnes

The Boat in the Stars Båten mellom stjernene

Autumn has come and it is getting darker. Line and Dad go rowing. Maybe they’ll spot the beaver that Line has only heard people talk about? The starry sky is above them and beneath them deep water. They have to stay quite still for a while. It could be that the beaver is heading their way just now.

In Båten mellom stjernene, Heivoll continues his exploration of relationships between children and grown-ups, and of how children comprehend death.

The setting is a poetically rich landscape of forest and lake, where the action takes place at night – just as in Himmelen bak huset, his acclaimed first book for children. A child stands on the threshold to the unknown, which both tempts and threatens.

Gaute Heivoll (1978–) produced his first story for children in 2008; Himmelen bak huset.

The critics were very enthusiastic about his book, which was subsequently translated into Polish. Heivoll is also a much admired writer of books for adults.

Line Halsnes (1981–) trained in illustration at the Norwich School of Art and Design.

She is a partner in the working collective Kobolt Design. Båten mellom stjernene is her first picture book.

‘... one of this fall’s best picture books.’

Aftenposten

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Himmelen bak huset Jon’s mum has passed away. Nonetheless, she always comes by to say goodnight to him. Then one evening she does not come. Jon becomes frightened and cannot sleep.

Fortunately Jon’s dad has a clever idea. He ties a long red piece of string around his big toe and gives the end to Jon, so that he can just give it a tug if he gets frightened. Later during the night Jon suddenly wakes up. He carefully tugs on the string. But no one comes. Cautiously Jon follows the red string out of the house, across the field and into the forest. And unexpected things start to happen.

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A warm, moving and unusually powerful book about death and a child’s grieving. Evocatively illustrated.

Rights sold to: Poland (FISO)

For ages 6–99 years

My Name is Fox Mitt navn er Fox Every day, people come from near and far to Fox the Wordsmith in order that he can write letters for them. Fox the Wordsmith writes all that he has time for and everyone is happy, until one day a woman grows suspicious. The letter to her sister hasn’t arrived, and it is soon revealed that Fox the Wordsmith has duped them all. He can’t write at all.

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Fam Ekman

Fox is chased out of town. Cast out and alone, he asks the moon for help. And the moon replies:῾There’s only one thing to be done. You must learn to write.’

Fox starts primary school in The Upper Realm. But there are so many letters, both big and small. How on earth will he ever manage to learn them all?

Fam Ekman (1946–) is known for her artistic illustrations. She studied at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts and The Faculty of Design and Arts. Her books have been collectors’ items among art-lovers for some time. Ekman has received a number of prizes, including the Art Book Prize in 2003, the Riksmål Prize in 2007 and the Critics Award in 2008. Both her text and illustrations are clever and original, and often have surrealist traits.

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For ages 6–99 years

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Øystein Runde

Tommy the Elephant Elefanten Tommy Will it tickle when worms and insects crawl through the earth that once upon a time had been Tommy? Will he become part of the flowers that grow from the earth? And is it possible that there is somebody out there who can help Tommy to feel a little less sad? Øystein Runde’s first picture book is a tender and poetic story of a lonely little elephant that wonders what will happen to him the day that he leaves this world.

Øystein Runde (1979–) is the man behind several series, including Bjartmann, Futen, Rundetid, Margarin and Soga om Olav Sleggja.

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For ages 6–99 years

Even’s Garden Evens hage

One of Norway’s very best writers of books for children, award-winning Endre Lund Eriksen, has for the first time been working together with one of the country’s most highly-rated illustrators, Lars Aurtande.

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Evens hage is a burlesque creation, a strange and funny picture book showing what happens when Even decides to exterminate all the insects in his garden. And he is joined by Eva, equipped with flame-thrower, flyswatter and spraying kit.

Exterminate!

Endre Lund Eriksen (1977–) writes books for children and young people. He has been awarded several prizes, including the bookshops’ ARK Prize for Children’s Books twice, and the U Prize, which is awarded to books for young people.

Lars M. Aurtande (1973–) graduated from art school with a specialization in visual

communication. He has illustrated a number of children’s books, and has received several distinctions for his work.

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For ages 6–99 years

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Ragnar Aalbu

Far Off

Ville veier A boy is cycling to the baker’s to pick up some rolls. His red elephant has come along for the ride.

On the way back, weird things start happening in the forest. Suddenly, the boy shrinks and the elephant grows really big! And nasty trees chase them. But they get the rolls safely home in the end.

Ville veier is a wonderfully colourful picture book, with large, clear drawings and unmistakeable references to films made by people like Woody Allen. An amusing read for both young and old.

Ragnar Aalbu (1966–) has a graduate degree from Norway’s National Arts Academy

and is a popular picture book illustrator. He received the Ministry for Culture and Church Affairs’ Literary Award for a first picture book in 2004. His work has also been featured in solo exhibitions.

‘Clean, colourful and appealing illustrations make it tempting to both read and look through this picture book.’

Foreldre & Barn

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Harry and Roger (Harry og Roger), 2007.

Harry and Roger’s Adventure (Harry og Roger på tur), 2009.

Animal Action (Dyr i drift), 2008.

For ages 6–99 years

Gravenstein Gravenstein

Gravenstein is a suspense book about apples!

The book is small, thick and yellow – just like a delicious, juicy apple. But frightening things are happening too. Miss and The Elephant boy, whom we met in Øyvind Torseter’s previous books, are here as well.

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Øyvind Torseter

An original picture book by one of our foremost illustrators.

Rights sold to: Switzerland (La Joie de Lire)

‘A fantastically beautiful, funny and scary little yellow book… Equally as entertaining for big and small alike.’

Hamar Arbeiderblad

Øyvind Torseter (1972–) has written and illustrated Klikk, For en neve havre and

Avstikkere. He has co-authored and illustrated several other books and won many awards – the most recent being the 2008 BolognaRagazzi Award and the Award for The Year’s Most Beautiful Book for Avstikkere.

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Bologna rd Ragazzi Awa 2007

Avstikkere is an art book and an adventure book. It is neither a typical children’s book nor a typical adult’s book, but it is suitable for children who like to look at pictures and use their imagination. There is no ongoing story, but the book has five parts, each with its own story. In addition every picture is a story in itself.

Rights sold to : Switzerland (La Joie de Lire)

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For ages 8–13 years

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Bjørn Arild Ersland and Lilian Brøgger

The Girl in the Bell Jar Glassklokken

Every night, a solitary old lady walks along the roadside. Often, she sits there, bending over and watching the tarmac while the cars whiz past. No one has spotted what it is she picks up and takes home to her large bell jar. By the morning, the old lady is gone, but she never sleeps.

A poetic, quiet and moving story from one of Norway’s finest writers of picture books, this time in collaboration with Lilian Brøgger, one of Denmark’s most highly praised illustrators for children.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Alma)

Bjørn Arild Ersland (1965–) has written several books, including Sageren and Det første barnet på månen.

Lilian Brøgger (1950–) is a highly regarded Danish illustrator, who has specialized

in picture books. Between 1967 and 1972, she trained at the Art & Crafts College in Copenhagen. Brøgger has been awarded several prizes for her work. The picture book Glassklokken is her first book to be published in Norway.

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For ages 1–3 years

Elias – Duppe Saves the Day Elias – Duppe redder dagen The winter fishing season has started in Lunvik, but there isn’t much fish in the sea. Young Junior is trying out winter fishing for the first time and badly wants to catch a fish. Duppe has decided to help, and his helpful claw saves the day for Junior.

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A colourful search-and-find book for the youngest.

▶ BACK LIST Elias – The Little Rescue Boat Elias – Den lille redningsskøyta Rights sold to: Czech Republic (Mirax), Denmark (Carlsen), Estonia (tea), Finland (Kolibri), Hungary (Mirax), Romania (Mirax), Slovakia (Mirax) and Sweden (Bonnier Carlsen)

Elias and the Royal Yacht Elias og Kongeskipet Rights sold to: Czech Republic (Mirax), Denmark (Carlsen), Estonia (tea), Hungary (Mirax), Romania (Mirax) and slovakia (mirax)

Elias – Trawler in Trouble Elias – Tråle i trøbbel Rights sold to: Czech Repubublic (mirax), finland (tammi), Hungary (mirax), romania (mirax), slovakia (mirax), and sweden (bonnier carlsen)

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For ages 2–5 years

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Cocos and the Maggot Kokos og larven

The puzzle books about Cocos are designed for the youngest and have become very successful in Norway. This is the fifth book about Cocos, the small, blue elephant.

One day, Cocos finds a tiny caterpillar. He puts it in the breadbin. But then, where is the bread?

Maybe in the bookshelf?

You are asked to guess, and Bassa the dog tries to drop gentle hints by always standing with her head turned towards the hiding place. And there are always more things to find.

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Tor Åge Bringsværd (1939–) has received many awards, as a writer and as a playwright.

His works have been translated into 23 languages and his theatrical works have been staged in twelve countries. Bringsværd writes for all ages.

Anne G. Holt (1961–) graduated from Westerdal’s Advertising School and the Oslo National Academy of Art. She has worked as an illustrator since 1986. She has illustrated the popular Karsten and Petra books since they were introduced in 1992.

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Cokos - The World’s Smallest Elephant (Kokos - Verdens minste elefant), 2008.

Cokos - Who can Kiss Away the Ouch? (Kokos - Hvem kan blåse bort vondten?), 2008.

Cocos and the Little Troll (Kokos og trollungen), 2009.

For ages 3–7 years

Karsten and Petra Dress Up Karsten og Petra kler seg ut

There’s going to be a carnival at nursery. Petra goes home with Karsten so they can help each other find something to dress up as. They look in Mummy’s wardrobe. In there are lots of strange things. ’We can’t both go as la-di-da ladies, can we?’ asks Karsten.

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Tor Åge Bringsværd and Anne G. Holt

They decide to go as tigers, and big sister Siri helps them to paint their faces. In Daddy’s shop are many things that they can use for dressing up.

Karsten og Petra kler seg ut is the twenty-second little addition to the series about Karsten and Petra.

Tor Åge Bringsværd and Anne G. Holt

Karsten and Petra in the Library Karsten og Petra på biblioteket Karsten often accompanies his big sister, Siri, to the library. There in the library is a whole room just for children’s books. Karsten likes books with pictures of space rockets and outer space best of all. Some Saturdays there is a fairytale hour or a puppet show, which Karsten likes to tell Petra about.

Where Petra lives there is a book bus that comes once a month. Inside the bus are bookshelves on both sides. Petra mostly likes to borrow books about animals. When Karsten sleeps over at Petra’s house one night they play library together, and Lion Cub and Miss Rabbit want to borrow some books too.

Karsten og Petra på biblioteket is the twenty-third little addition to the series about Karsten and Petra.

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For ages 1–3 years

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Morten Myklebust

Fergie at the Market Gråtass på markedet Fergie is heading to the annual market with his friends. There are lots of strange things to be seen – animals, people and different vehicles. Even the silly scraphandlers appear, though they hadn’t bargained with meeting Fergie...

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Fergie Gets a New Friend Gråtass får en ny venn Fergie likes to spend time with his friends, Gamlefar, Goggen and Grynet, but sometimes he feels a little lonely being the only living machine on the farm. When Fergie finds some old drawings by Goggen’s uncle George of a self-propelled, power-driven, fully automatic scarecrow, he asks Goggen to build what he hopes will become a new friend for him. But when the scarecrow, who they call Scary, starts to receive more attention than Fergie, things start to look very different from how he’d imagined they would!

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For ages 3–6 years

Fergie Activity Book Gråtass Aktivitetsbok Fergie finds it a little lonely being the only living machine on the farm, and finally makes a new friend!

It is the automatic scarecrow, Scary. There is a lot for them to learn and you can learn with them, too.

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Activity book with fun tasks and activities.

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Fergie and Scary Rolling Gråtass & Skremme i farta With Fergie and his new friend, Scary, it’s full speed ahead on the farm!

Join in the fun and games and use your stickers over and over again.

Morten Myklebust (1961–) has both written screenplays and pencilled comic series. He

has also written, drawn and designed a number of factbooks for children and young people on the topic of Norwegian Vikings and medieval history.

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For ages 3–6 years

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City of Friends – Gone in the Friends’ Forest Vennebyen – Forsvunnet i Venneskogen Martin, Mia and Jumpi are walking in the Friends’ Forest. When they don’t return home, their parents begin to worry. Max and Tiffany follow up the case, and with the help of the police helicopter Hayley, they begin a search. It’s not easy to see the children in the dark, but then Martin has a clever idea!

For ages 1–3 years

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City of Friends – Everyone Makes Mistakes, Ted Vennebyen – Alle kan gjøre feil, Ted Ted is a recruit at the hospital in the City of Friends and dreams of becoming an ambulance driver. There is a lot to learn and take care of, and it is not always easy when the alarm goes and he and Abby have to dash out as quick as can be!

City of Friends Vennebyen is a lovely series for boys and girls of pre-school age. Teamwork, friendship, knowledge, respect and fun activities are the keywords among the inhabitants of this little city.

The television series has been sold to more than 130 countries, and is Norway’s biggest children’s television success.

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For ages 3–6 years

City of Friends – Elfie helps

Vennebyen – Elfie hjelper til Elphie has his own special space in the basket on top of Frankie the fire engine. With his long trunk, Elphie can put out fires, save people and animals in need or help in lots of other ways. Join Elphie and see what makes him the best fire-fighting recruit in the world!

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For ages 2–5 years

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City of Friends – The Garbage Mystery Vennebyen – Søppelmysteriet There is litter everywhere in the City of Friends, and Max decides to find out who is responsible for the mess. He rushes around the whole of the City of Friends on the hunt for clues, but is surprised to discover that the guilty party is certainly not who he had suspected.

Carl Christian Hamre – Policeman and founder of CreaCon Entertainment AS. Hamre's bedtime story, initially written for his son, has become an international success. The values that Hamre wished to portray in the Vennebyen series, are now brought to life through the television series, books, DVDs and more.

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For ages 3–6 years

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Captain Sabretooth and the Bewitched Island Kaptein Sabeltann og den forheksede øya In Abra, a sorceress declares that The Golden Tiger is to be found on the island of Gral, and then gives Pinky a treasure map. When the King of the Sea smells gold, nothing can stop him.

With Tiny and Veronica on board, The Black Lady sets her course for the Bewitched Island.

There, the Count of Gral rules with his servants Greedy, Sly and Ghastly. The Count plans to snare Captain Sabertooth and become the new ruler of the seas. Captain Sabretooth is captured, and Tiny and Veronica must do their utmost to rescue him.

Terje Formoe (1949–) is known to Norwegian children of all ages as the character Captain Sabretooth, created and performed by Formoe himself. Captain Sabretooth and his men feature on video, cd's and in books – not to mention their popular outdoor shows at the Kristiansand Zoo. Egil Nyhus (1962–) is a noted illustrator of books for children and youth.

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Tiny – Captain Sabretooth's Aprentice (Pinky blir en av Kaptein Sabeltanns menn), 2002.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Carlsen) and Sweden (JH Publishers)

Captain Sabretooth and Tiny – At Sea with the Dark Lady (Kaptein Sabeltann og Pinky på tokt med den sorte dame), 2003. Rights sold to: Denmark (Carlsen) and Sweden (JH Publishers)

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Captain Sabretooth and Tiny's Treasure Hunt in Luna Bay (Kaptein Sabeltann og Pinky på skattejakt i Kjuttaviga), 2005. Rights sold to: Denmark (Carlsen) and Sweden (JH Publishers)

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Come along and join us in the fantastic world of Thorbjørn Egner!

2012 marks the 100 years anniversary since Thorbjørn Egner's birth. No other books have left such an impression on children growing up in Norway as these books have; the songs, the texts and the characters have become national institutions. And because Thorbjørn Egner was both the illustrator and the writer, the relationship between the pictures and texts is bound in a very special way.

Very few authors get closer to the child’s imagination than Egner does. Karius og Baktus has also been immortalized in Ivo Caprino’s puppet film, and a full-scale Cardamom Town has been built at Kristiansand Zoo. Not only are Egner’s stories performed on stage in many countries, his books have, to date, been translated into 20 languages. And despite being published more than 50 years ago, they are still as popular as ever.

‘The brilliance of Egner comes from his ability to tell his stories in such a way that children can understand and fantasize about them. The fantastic and adventurous tales are stamped with a naïve and authentic label.’

Tordis Ørjasæter on Egner’s authorship Thorbjørn Egner´s books are sold to: china, denmark, faroe island, finland, france, germany, hungary, iceland, israel, italy, japan, korea, latvia, the netherlands, poland, romania, russia, sweden, turkey and usa

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Tommy and the Elephant (Tommy og Elefanten) Captain Black-Bill and 40 Other Favourite Egner Songs (Kaptein Sorte-Bill og 40 andre kjente Egner-viser) Jumbo’s Journey through the World (Jumbo som dro ut i verden) The Book of Counting (Telle-boka) Ole Jakob Goes to Town (Ole Jakop på bytur) When Per was a Cow (Da Per var ku) The Band Comes to Town (Musikantene kommer til byen)

For ages 2–5 years

Klatremus og de andre dyrene i Hakkebakkeskogen The Hakkebakke Forest is a small world which, in many ways, resembles our own bigger world. Klatremus and Morten and Daddy Ted and Mikkel and all the others in the forest are animals and look like animals too, but they also wear clothes and walk on two legs and live in houses, and remind us a lot of people in what they do and say, and how they think. Also in the Hakkebakke Forest is, as it is with us in the big world, a desire for peace and safety and respect for everyone.

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Karius and Baktus Karius og Baktus This is the story about two tiny folks, Karius og Baktus, living in the teeth of a boy called Jens. As long as he only brushes his teeth every fortnight and eats white bread with syrup, the trolls are enjoying their happy days in the teeth. They even build a new house with an underground tunnel to the old house. Suddenly they hear Jens cry out in pain. He has a terrible tooth ache. Karius og Baktus can hear Jens’ mother insist on him brushing his teeth, and the happy days are threatened. Then one day Jens goes to the dentist…

When the Robbers Came to Cardamom Town Folk og røvere i Kardemomme By Cardamom Town is a somewhat different town than what we are used to. Here we meet both donkeys and camels in the streets – and maybe even a lion? The head of police Bastian is keeping the town safe and sound, but does not like to arrest anyone. Old and wise Tobias in the tower is predicting the weather, and Auntie Sophie is taking care of little Camomile. Syversen is driving the tram between the town’s two stops while he is singing for the passengers. But be aware! Just outside Cardamom the three robbers called Kasper, Jesper and Jonathan live!

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The Enormous, Slightly Cool Foolfart Book Den kjempestore småstilige Dustefjert-boka Illustrated by Turi Frantze Lauenborg

Rune Belsvik’s books about Foolfart have been compared to Winnie-the-Pooh. While Winniethe-Pooh has his Hundred Meter Woods, Foolfart lives near a stream along with many different characters. The little country along the stream is a place where there are little events and big ideas. The smallest incident can lead to the biggest commotion. But most days Foolfart skips stones in the water and talks to the ducklings. Piper chops wood. Windbag has wet feet. Doughboy bakes biscuits. Octavia sings and dreams of having a sweetheart. Deep in the woods is a quail keeping a rock warm in her nest. And suddenly the duckling has grown so he is able to run around on his own.

Rune Belsvik’s stories about Foolfart and his neighbors belong among the classics of Norwegian children’s literature. The books are especially suitable for reading aloud.

Rights sold to: germany (gerstenberg), the netherlands (Argeloos) and serbia (kreativni centar)

Rune Belsvik (1956–) is a versatile, highly valued and popular writer of a long line of

books for children, youth and adults. He made his literary début in 1979 and has received many awards over the years. He received the Ministry for Culture and Church Affairs’ Literary Award in 1994 and the Critic’s Award in 1996 for his Dustefjerten books.

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For ages 5–10 years

Aldrin Acrobat Becomes an Astronaut Aldrin Akrobat blir astronaut Illustrated by Tom Ostad

A fantastically fun adventure and philosophical fable about the big questions surrounding life and death.

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Webjørn S. Espeland

The cycle acrobat Aldrin is tired of circus life and decides to buy himself a Russian spaceship named Puppiter. He is given leave from the circus in order to try and take some impressive advertising shots from his cycles in outer space.

With that he’s off, and the time is nigh for great discoveries – black holes, figthophants in outer space, life after death and the power of love.

Webjørn Espeland (1979–) has several years of experience working as a reporter,

producer and presenter as part of NRK’s Barnetimen (radio program for children). Aldrin Akrobat blir astronaut marks his debut as an author.

Tom R. Ostad (1968–) has a copywriter degree from Westerdal School of Communication.

He is self-taught in drawing and illustration, and has worked with cartoons since 1990, among others with the magazine Pyton. He has been the editor of both the magazine Pondus and the website pondus.no.

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For ages 6–99 years

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Kurt Courier Kurt kurér Illustrated by Kim Hiorthøy

At last, another book about the fork truck driver Kurt! This time, rebels want to divide Norway into two parts and Kurt has to line up as Gunnar’s courier. His task is to deliver a super-important letter to Gunnar’s brother Bodvar, who is tied up at a quayside somewhere near the Russian border.

Kurt is thrown into a near-fatal run of events, what with treachery, deprivation and the constant struggle to find working batteries for the truck.

Erlend Loe (1969–) is one of Norway’s best-selling authors. He made his literary début with Tatt av kvinnen in 1993. His break-through, both in Norway and internationally, came with the publication of his second novel Naiv.Super. in 1996. His 2004 novel Doppler was critically acclaimed for its depiction of the modern man.

Kim Hiorthøy is a popular artist who has illustrated many books and made a number of book jackets.

The Kurt series is sold to: Czech Rebublic (baobab), china (hunan), Denmark (gyldendal), The Faroe Islands (bókadeildin), Finland (Wsoy), France (la joie de lire), Hungary (scolar), Italy (feltrinelli), Korea (nurimbo), Latvia (hiels un mazs), poland (ene due rabe), the Netherlands (de geus), Russia (azbooka), Slovenia (educy) and Sweden (alfabeta)

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Kurt Turns Evil

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Kurt blir grusom The fork truck driver Kurt has been a truck driver for many years. Almost since he was a little boy. One day Kurt saves a man who is sleep-walking from drowning. As a reward he gets a diamond the size of a football. But what do you need a diamond for? Kurt sells it and gets fifty million kroners.

With all this money in the garage it is understandable that Kurt turns evil. It can happen to the best of them.

Kurt Quo Vadis?

Kurt quo vadis?

Kurt is overcome by an uncomfortable inferiority complex. He quits his job in order to do something with his life. He wants to leave a trace after himself, and consequently decides to vacuum clean the whole world to make it all neat and tidy. Unfortunately, Kurt’s idea is not as good as he anticipated, and gradually he grows increasingly confused. But with the help of his youngest son Bud, it all turns out quite well in the end.

Kurt Racks his Brain Kurt koker hodet Kurt has driven forklifts at Gunnar’s docks for years and years. But all the boats have stopped coming, ever since a brand new harbour was constructed nearby. Now, Kurt and Bud are hired to polish containers there. One day they hear strange noises. A whole bunch of people suddenly appear from one of the containers, looking like they come from all over the place. And there are serious problems, especially for Kurt and Anne-Lise. Little Bud, however, falls in love!

Kurt Turns Holy Kurtby

Kurt and his family are on vacation in their fork truck. They are going to Finland. But since Kurt thinks that “maps are for wimps”, he gets lost and winds up in a river. The river takes them to Kurt City, where members of a cult called the Ping Pong Church live. The sect has just lost their pastor and they appoint Kurt as their new leader.

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For ages 6–99 years

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Loppy Rhymes Illustrated by Bendik Kaltenborn

Ingvild H. Rishøi, author of the children’s book Unbrakomonsteret as well as two collections of short stories, is back with the collection of poetry Pling i bollen. This time around she has had some help from the award-winning illustrator Bendik Kaltenborn; together they have created a universe within itself, where stones on a sloping mountainside can end up in intense discussion with one another, and a dachshund can make friends with a salmon without raising eyebrows.

Rishøi’s rhymes gesture teasingly towards the genre’s great masters, such as Inger Hagerup and André Bjerke, whilst simultaneously showing great respect for their influence. First and foremost, the author has created poems for a new generation. Some are touching and tranquil, most are wild and wonderful, and what binds them all is their display of a seldomseen linguistic ingenuity.

Ingvild H. Rishøi (1978–) is one of the editors of the journal Avsagd Hagle. She also writes

fiction for adults.

Bendik Kaltenborn (1980–) is an award winning designer and illustrator with an education from Konstfack University College of Arts, Crafts and Design, Stockholm, and has a BA in Visual Communication at The National Academy of the Arts in Oslo.

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For ages 8–12 years

Night of the Blood Moon Blodmånenatta Illustrated by Knut André Solberg

Kaspara lost her mother at sea, and is convinced that she now hovers restlessly over the waves, desperately in search of her daughter. Luckily, Kaspara lives in Vesterålen, where trolls still live in the mountains, and the Huldra, water sprite, and the hill people are never far away. If she can remain strong enough not to be charmed, wily enough not to be stolen away to the hillsides and stubborn enough not to be lured down in the cold watery depths, perhaps Kaspara can persuade the forces of the underworld to help bring her mother home.

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Guro Sibeko

Blodmånenatta is a magical and amusing tale of sorrow, courage and a girl who never, ever gives up.

Guro Sibeko (1975–) hails in part from both the Northern fjords of Norway and South African zulu culture. She lives in Oslo with her wife and child. Sibeko debuted as an author in 2009. This is her first children’s book.

Knut André Solberg (1972–) studied at the Joe Kubert School of Graphic Art &

Cartooning in the USA. He has previously published the cartoon series Futen, written by Øystein Runde. In 2007 he won the Raptus Comic Festival debut prize.

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For ages 8–12 years

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Jan Chr. Næss

Theodore Strong

A grim and bloody tale

Teodor Sterk Illustrated by Geir Moen

Theodore’s entire world collapses on his tenth birthday. Not that Theodore loses his cool just because of that. «Think positively!» Theodore thinks.

«By now, things can only get better!» Then his life gets worse. Everything that can go wrong does. And lots of events, which you couldn’t even have imagined, happen all the same!

Teodor Sterk is a pitch black, blood-splattered comedy.

Jan Chr. Næss (1964–) is an award-winning author, who writes for both children and adults. Teodor Sterk is his twelfth novel.

Geir Moen (1976–) is a comic book artist and an author. He has produced several series, such as Heksehyl, Asfalt and Hex, to name but a few.

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First readers

Lion readers Well over 1 million books have been sold since the publication of the first Lion Reader in 1988. Now the Lions are out in a terrific new design!

THE LION READERS COME AT SEVERAL LEVELS OF DIFFICULTY: LION CUB, 4–7 YEARS In the autumn of 2010 we launched Lion Cubs for 4- to 7-year-olds. The books are printed in capital letters and have only one sentence per page. Perfect for the earliest readers!

MY FIRST LION READER, 6–9 YEARS These books suit children who know all the capital letters and can read a little, but still find lower case letters unfamiliar. The text is formulated so that it should be as easy to read as possible and so offer the less practised readers the joy of a wonderful experience: to read a whole book on your own.

LION READER, 7–11 YEARS The Lion Readers with their short lines and large letters are made for easy reading. The children will find a subject they care for, be it football, animals, loving somebody or monsters.

LION PLUS, 9–12 YEARS Everyone who knows about the Lion readers will quickly find his or her way through the Lion Plus series. The books are created for slightly older children who may have had less reading practice than they need. The text in each book is still quite short and interspersed with illustrations, but the size of the letters is somewhat smaller.

For ages 4–7 years

Abra Cadabra Hokus Pokus Illustrated by Ketil Selnes

Fredrik can’t believe his eyes when the postman removes one of his fingers right in front of Fredrik’s nose.

How did he do it? And where on earth did the finger go? Is it in the post box? Under the postman’s hat? In his bag?

▶ First Readers

Jan Chr. Næss

Hokus Pokus is a charming everyday mystery.

Jan Chr. Næss (1964–) is an award-winning author, who writes for both children and adults.

Ketil Selnes (1974–) is an illustrator and graphic designer.

Camilla Kuhn

Ida and the Wolf Ida og ulven Ida is going to sleep over at Grandma’s. Grandma sits at her bedside and reads a fairytale about a wolf that eats a little girl and her grandmother. In the darkness Ida thinks she hears sinister noises. It’s the wolf!

Ida og ulven is a thriller for the youngest readers.

Camilla Kuhn (1975–) debuted with the picture book Hvordan Greger Grinebiter havnet i bitter duell og alt nesten ble helt rosa in 2007. This is her fourth book.

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For ages 4–7 years

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Harald Kolstad

The Tree House Hytte i skogen

Sara is building a tree house. Daddy is helping. But when the tree house is finished, it turns out to be rather a lonely little place. Nobody comes to visit. Luckily Daddy knows just what’s missing: a doormat with the word ῾welcome᾿ written on it.

Soon all the weird and wonderful creatures of the forest come to visit Sara in her tree house. She offers tea, and even coffee for those who want it.

Harald Kolstad has written and illustrated a wonderful tale a little out of the ordinary, creating an accessible text with subtle depths and employing logic that rings true among young readers.

Harald Kolstad (1974–) is an illustrator and comic strip artist. He has, among his other

works, created Romkamerat Syvers grublebok and the drawn comic strip Det går bedre nå. He is an associate of the working group Illustratørene.

Fredrikke Nicolaisen

Dad and I Pappa og jeg

Illustrated by Johan Egerkrans

There are so many fun things to do at home. Dress up, for instance. Like a rock-hard Viking. And have sword-fighting competitions! But when Dad gets overexcited and hits your head, then even a tough Viking feels bad. Then, there’s only one thing that helps …

Fredrikke Nicolaisen (1967–) trained as a librarian. Apart from her library jobs, she has also worked as a gardener and a café pianist. She loves to travel and, best of all, to go and stay in her summer cabin.

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Johan Egerkrans (1978–) has years of experience as an illustrator and designer in the areas of literature, games, films, fashion and comic strips. He lives in Stockholm.

For ages 4–7 years

Morten Meets Mom Morten møter mamma Illustrated by Tiril Valeur

Morten is really excited! Today is his birthday and his Mum will come soon. Then they’ll celebrate together.

But when Mum turns up in a taxi, she won’t stop speaking in her mobile. It seems that Morten has to come along with her to some boring meeting! But whom is Mum planning to meet, anyway? This is the first book about Morten. The very youngest readers will find it an easy read and everyone will find it very likeable.

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Pål H. Christiansen

Pål H. Christiansen

The Lunch Pack Matboksen Illustrated by Tiril Valeur

A simple, witty and warm story of an ordinary family on an ordinary morning that nonetheless turns out to be a little different from all the others.

Chaos in the kitchen! Daddy tries as best he can to get the lunch boxes ready. Mummy walks Mie to school, with the little one in the pram. But when it’s time to cross the road outside the school, a stream of cyclists holds them up. In the end, Mummy is run over! But who is the only cyclist to lose their balance and fall into the hedge?

A new, charming book from the successful pairing of Pål H. Christiansen and Tiril Valeur.

Pål H. Christiansen (1958–) has written several novels for children and adults.

Tiril Valeur Holter-Andersen (1975–) trained at the National Academy of the Arts,

where she specialised in visual communication. She has designed and drawn many covers for books and CDs and exhibited her work on several occasions.

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For ages 6–9 years

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Eldrid Johansen

Champion Premievalp

Illustrated by Eivind Gulliksen

Hjalmar has finally started to behave himself.

He has learned to sit nicely and to come when Bjørnar calls for him. Mummy is happy, but it’s not enough for Bjørnar. What he really wants is a champion dog! One that can do fun tricks and win prizes. But things don’t quite go to plan...

Then Mummy sees an announcement in the newspaper. A theatre group is in need of an obedient dog to star in their play. Could Hjalmar be just the dog they are looking for?

This is the fifth book about Bjørnar and his endearing canine friend.

Eldrid Johansen (1973–) is a trained singer and actor from the Bårdar Academy of Musical Theater, and she also has a degree from the University of Oslo. She made her literary début in 2005 with Sara vil bli stjerne.

Eivind Gulliksen (1973–) made his literary début in Korea with Bud and the Nameless Potato in 2002, which was chosen for the Bologna Bookfair Exhibition the same year. He works on a number of projects for Norway, Great Britain and Korea.

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‘A hilarious and well-written story about what it’s like to have a pet.’

Gudbrandsdølen Dagningen about Lekkerbisk

For ages 7–11 years

Fjodor on Ice Fjodor på is

Illustrated by Annlaug Auestad

This is the fifth book about Fjodor, who this time becomes rather caught up, quite literally! On a shopping trip with Mummy, Palle stands at the fish counter and has a look at the fish on offer.

And who should be lying there but a frozen and half-dead Fjodor? Things don’t get any better when an old and not-very-friendly lady buys him and wants to make fish soup with him!

But when Fjodor gets a little warmth back into his body, it’s time for him to come back with a vengeance!

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Pål H. Christiansen

A thrilling near-death experience from Norway’s freshest cod!

Pål H. Christiansen (1958–) has written several books for children and adults.

Annlaug Auestad (1965–) works as an illustrator. She graduated from the National

Academy of the Arts in Bergen. Auestad has illustrated many books, and in the autumn of 2006 her first children’s book – a beautiful little picture book for the youngest children – was published.

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‘Amusing surrealism. [...] I hope that lots of children will go bananas with Fjodor.’

VG

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For ages 7–11 years

▶ First Readers

Eldrid Johansen

Åsa’s Chills Åsas grøss

Illustrated by Rikke Fjeld Jansen

Åsa doesn’t like the house they have moved to.

It’s cold, and there’s a boy sitting in the bathtub.

There’s a man standing in the kitchen too, though he doesn’t make a sound. And Mummy and Daddy can’t see a thing! Is it only Åsa that can see it’s haunted here?

A real thriller for all readers that like a scare!

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For ages 7–11 years

The Boy in the Mirror Gutten i speilet Illustrated by Rikke Fjeld Jansen

Mum might think he is only dreaming, but this is no dream: someone is waving to Kalle from inside the mirror. A boy. He is sitting on Kalle’s bed, but everything looks different. And then Kalle puts his hand through the mirror...

▶ First Readers

Eldrid Johansen

A true thriller for all readers that like a scare!

Eldrid Johansen (1973–) is a trained singer and actor from the Bårdar Academy of Musical Theater, and she also has a degree from the University of Oslo. She made her literary début in 2005 with Sara vil bli stjerne.

Rikke Fjeld Jansen (1987–) works with graphics and illustration. She is qualified in the

discipline of 3D and media, but favours drawing. When not playing her Xbox, she likes to be underwater searching for octopuses.

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For ages 7–11 years

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Arild Rossebø

David is Skateboarding David skater Illustrated by Harald Kolstad

This is an excellent book about skateboarding: the characters are realistic and so are the skateboarding experiences. The author skates himself, as well as being a teacher. He remembers what it is like to be new to it, like David in the book.

How it felt to stand at the top of the ramp thinking «Dare I do this?».

Great reading for the most active children.

Arild Rossebø (1974–) is 36 years old; he has skated for 21 of them. He has also been

working as a teacher at a Waldorf School. Rossebø studied at the Creative Writing Academy in Hordaland and at the Writers’ College in Bø.

Harald Kolstad (1974–) is an illustrator and comic strip artist. He has, among his other

works, created Romkamerat Syvers grublebok and the drawn comic strip Det går bedre nå.

He is an associate of the working group Illustratørene.

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For ages 7–11 years

Fumblefield FC in Norway Cup Knoterud FK i Norway Cup Illustrated by Steinar Moldestad

To Johnny K, Meet me at 18:05 in the haunted castle at the amusement park at Ekebergsletta.

▶ First Readers

Lars Mæhle

Regards, A secret admirer.

Our favourite football team, Fumblefield FC under 10s, have made it to the Norway Cup. It’s not enough that they are to face their archenemies Red Hawk Athletic in the league. They will doubtlessly meet them here too! But the Trøgstad girls’ team are spectating – and Johnny K has received a mysterious message in a bottle: Love + football = trouble?

Knoterud FK i Norway Cup is the seventh book in the series about Østfold’s most charming football team. They may not yet have won a real competition, but they have started to score goals!

Football players at First Reader age love Fumblefield!

Lars Mæhle (1971–) made his literary début in 2002 with a young adult novel, Keeperen til Tunisia, which was named the best children and young adult book by the website www. poeten.no. He has since published several critically acclaimed books for both children and young adults.

Steinar Moldestad (1981–) is an art director and works as a freelancer. He has illustrated a line of children’s books.

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Fumblefield FC and the Demo Match (Knoterud FK –Vennskapskampen), 2009.

Fumblefield FC – A Ball with Numbers (Knoterud FK – Ball med tall), 2009.

Fumblefield FC Conquers the World (Knoterud FK – Erobrer verden), 2008.

FumblefieldFC and the treasure in the Attic (Knoterud FK og skatten på mørkeloftet), 2008.

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For ages 7–11 years

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Hans Sande

Hop in, Elise!

Hopp i havet, Elise!

Illustrated by Åshild Irgens

In the second book about Elise, a woman unexpectedly joins Elise and her father on a bathing trip. Who in the world is this woman? Elise thinks she is fat and odd.

But then she discovers that the woman is her daddy’s new girlfriend. And he hadn’t said a word about her!

Rights sold to: Denmark (Rosinante&Co)

Hans Sande

Are You Blind Today, Elise?

Er du blind i dag, Elise?

Illustrated by Åshild Irgens

Elise is going to visit her grandfather’s grave. It is a warm summer day and she runs down the street, bumping into a man who yells, ”Are you blind?” Elise is frightened, but then gets an idea. She goes back home to get her grandfather’s dark glasses. She uses a white stick that her father had set in the garden to train the flower bushes as a cane. Then she sets out again.

This book is about grief, expressing grief and working through it.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Rosinante&Co)

Hans Sande (1946–) is a writer and a psychiatrist. He has published several books for

both adults and children. Sande is best known for his picture books and has received many awards for his writing.

Åshild Irgens (1976–) graduated from Oslo National Academy of the Arts and is an

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award-winning illustrator of several children’s books. Her works have been bought by the National Library.

For ages 7–11 years

The Cell Phone Mobiltelefonen

Illustrated by Odd Henning Skyllingstad

Kim challenges Susanne to bring her mobile to school, even though it is in clear breach of the rules. One of the teachers confiscates the phone.

That’s bad enough, but what’s worse is that the mobile doesn’t belong to Susanne, but to her Dad! This has got to end in disaster …

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Janne Aasebø Johnsen

Mobiltelefonen is a realistic story about a dilemma of our time, but also a warm, satisfying tale about a timeless theme: friendship.

Janne Aasebø Johnsen (1967–) is a trained teacher. She made her literary début in 2008 with KK GID, a novel for young people.

Odd Henning Skyllingstad (1978–) is a cartonist, illustrator, animation artist and a musician. Soon he will be a librarian as well.

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For ages 9–12 years

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Pouria Ruhi

Elyas

Elyas på glattisen Illustrated by Eivind Fonnaas Nilsen

Elyas was given new skates for Christmas.

During a hockey game with his friends Alex, Mads and Magnus, the nasty Roald brothers appear. They take Alex’s helmet and tell him he can’t have it back unless they play against them, and win. But how on earth are they supposed to win against opponents so big that one has a moustache and the other is so tall that a bird once built a nest on his head?

And who is the woman who looks a bit like a penguin and watches them attentively from the bench?

Pouria Ruhi (1981–) was born in Iran and first came to Norway as a 9-year old. This is his

first book.

Eivind Fonnaas Nilsen (1978–) lives in Oslo. His interest in visual art started with graffiti in his youth and resulted in a master’s degree in design from the Academy of the Arts in Bergen. He currently works as a designer and illustrator.

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For ages 9–12 years

The Holiday Pests Ferieplageren Illustrated by Berit Sømme

Now that the holidays have begun at last, you should be left in peace to have a good time. But straight away, the holiday pests get going. Mum and Dad, for example, who insist to the bitter end on playing Frisbee and, worse still, going swimming. Holidays are meant to be enjoyable, not packed out with gruesome family activities.

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Arne Berggren

Ferieplageren is set in an absurd, funny and typically Berggrenian world, in which the ”I” of the story has to fight for his rights against the grown-ups. An easy, humorous read and brilliantly illustrated.

Arne Berggren (1960–) saw his first book in print in 1991: it was a short story collection

for young people. Since then, he has written several books for adult readers and for children and young people. Much of his work has been published abroad, in a variety of countries.

Berggren also writes for the theatre, as well as scripts for cinema and television. In the past, he has been a musician and a composer. Several of his books have been awarded prizes, both at home and abroad.

Berit Sømme (1962–) has a degree from the Art Academy in Rogaland. She worked as a graphic designer for many years, but has recently focused on illustration.

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For ages 9–12 years

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Sverre Knudsen

The Dog Hunden

Illustrated by Bendik Kaltenborn

Robert and Daddy celebrate Christmas in the Canary Islands. Margrethe and her mother stay at the same hotel, and together they rent a car and go to a smaller village. One evening they hear terrible noises coming from up in the mountains. Inside a deserted house they find a starving puppy that Robert names Ninja and begins to look after. If only Ninja could come back home with them to Norway! Could it be possible?

Rights sold to: Faroe Islands (Bókadeildin) and Sweden (Opal)

Sverre Knudsen (1955–) is the author of several books for children and adults.

Bendik Kaltenborn (1980–) is an award winning designer and illustrator with an education from Konstfack University College of Arts, Crafts and Design, Stockholm, and has a BA in Visual Communication at The National Academy of the Arts in Oslo.

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Young adults & crossover

For ages 9–14 years

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Ingunn Aamodt

Marlena Evensen: Hot on the Beach Marlena Evensen: Hot i syden Illustrated by Marie Lyshol

A new book about Marlena Evensen!

Marlena’s mother has finally signed a contract for her book and is determined to celebrate. A trip to the south is the answer, and Marlena is allowed to bring a friend. Only one, mind! Who should it be? Emma or Minda?

Hot i syden is about choices, jealousy and cool boys. Besides, we are in for several surprises in this, the second, free-standing volume in the series about Marlena Evensen.

‘… a highly professional writer sees to elegant suspense and polished language, while at the same time offering sharp, efficient observations about people most of us have met.’

VG

Ingunn Aamodt (1965–) has a background as an art teacher, but has worked full-time as a writer since 1998. Since her debut she has published several children’s books.

Marie Lyshol (1982–) trained to become an animator at the Irish School of Animation.

She has worked as a concept designer for four years and also as a freelance illustrator. Just now, she teaches 3D cinema and animation at the Noroff Technical School in Oslo.

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Marlena, Minda and Emma drool over the boys in the 10th grade. They dream they will be asked to the school prom.

Minda gets an idea to send invitations to their dream dates by email, using pseudonyms. Marlena isn’t sure which boy she is REALLY interested in, and ends up sending two invitations. But she doesn’t tell the other girls, and this can lead to trouble. A lot of trouble! The prom unfolds in catastrophe for all three girls!

For ages 9–17 years

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Sigbjørn Mostue

The Last Magician Den siste magiker An innocent boyish prank proves to be the turning point in Simen Clausen’s life. The old man whose windowpane he smashed reveals himself to be a real magician, the last surviving magician in the world, no less. The end is approaching for him, and he needs a successor.

The burden falls on Simen.

This is the first book in a fantastic, new trilogy from the author behind the prize-winning series Alvetegnet.

Sigbjørn Mostue (1969–) has a degree in the History of Ideas and works full time as a

writer.

‘[Sigbjørn Mostue has] a firm grip on the plot, and has come up with a story full of suspense and drive. The flow of the text is flawless, with a varied language.’

Aftenposten

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The Sign of the Fairies 1: The Mystic Key (Gravbøygen våkner), 2005. Rights sold to: Denmark

(Weihrauch) and Poland (Elipsa)

The Sign of the Fairies 2: The Fairy Killer (Nissedreperen), 2006.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Weihrauch)

and Poland (Elipsa)

The Sign of the Fairies 3: The Kraken's Jaws (Krakens gap), 2007.

and Poland (Elipsa)

Rights sold to: Denmark (Weihrauch)

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For ages 11–14 years

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Alf Kjetil Walgermo

My Beating Heart Mitt bankande hjarte Mitt bankande hjarte deals with life at its finest and also its most awful. Amanda is fourteen years old and in love. At the same time, a dangerous illness threatens to rob her of everything: love and hope of being loved, life itself. But this is not a story about illness. It is a love story. What is it like for a young girl in love to be waiting for a heart transplant?

Alf Kjetil Walgermo (1977–) made his literary début in 2007 with Keegan og sjiraffen.

Walgermo works as a culture journalist for the daily newspaper Vårt Land.

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‘… a well-suited read aloud book and a starting point for discussions with children. It is also a good read for grown-ups.’

Litteraturavisen Bokstaver

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For ages 11–14 years

KK GID 4 EVER KK GID 4 ever

One of the most popular titles in our Ego series now has a follow-up. KK GID 4 ever follows up where KK GID left off, following the same fantastic characters and adolescent issues, yet remaining a freestanding novel in its own right.

KK GID 4 ever possesses everything necessary to repeat the success of its predecessor: strong emotions, friendship, love, bullying, new technology, and all in a language that young readers can enjoy.

Vibeke must play detective when naked pictures of a classmate appear on the internet. At the same time, both friendship and love are at play. Her best friend, Pelle, becomes prime suspect. And when Vibeke is once again forced to take the detective role, there is little time left over for anything else, leading her new relationship with Svein to be put to the test.

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Janne Aasebø Johnsen

Author Janne Aasebø Johnsen takes a hard look at issues related to the new social media outlets, ultimately leading her protagonist on the trace of hackers.

Janne Aasebø Johnsen (1967–) is a trained teacher. This year's publication is her

second book.

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‘KK GID is about young vulnerability and how the Internet can be used for efficient harassment.

Janne Aasebø writes convincingly and tight about a super topical issue.’

Varden about KK GID

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For ages 12–16 years

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Mari Moen Holsve

The Demigods Halvgudene One day, the lives of the triplets Dina, Balder and Thea turn all topsy-turvy. The ten-year-olds are thrown out of a monotonous school day and into a strange world where nothing is what it seems.

Not even the triplets themselves!

Mari Moen Holsve has created a fantasy narrative filled with drama, unknown dangers and a satisfying dose of humour. This first part is about the familiar, the exciting and epic, the supernatural and the wonderfully unpredictable.

Mari Moen Holsve (1986–) started out in 2006 with the fantasy novel Skjelka-Agenten.

Her recent book, Rasp, was nominated for the U Prize (Uprisen), which is awarded to books for young people.

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For ages 12–16 years

Barsakh

Emilie, Samuel and the Grand Canary

Barsakh Like most teenagers, Emilie is concerned about her appearance. Clothes, body and calories. But Emilie takes it even further. She works out every day and eats as little as possible. Every meal is a fight. Now Emilie and her family are going to spend the holidays on the Grand Canary. After lunch she sets out for a jog, while only a few kilometers away a boatful of African refugees washes ashore. Soon their paths will cross. For Emilie, the encounter with the refugees – their hunger and impoverishment – is a wakeup call and a turning point in her own life.

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Simon Stranger

Rights sold to: Brazil (Tinta Negra), Denmark (Rosinante&Co), France (Bayard Jeunesse), Germany (Berlin Verlag), Palestinian Territory (Tamer Institute for Community Education) and Sweden (Berghs)

Simon Stranger (1976–) made his literary début as a children’s author with the picture book Krusedullen in 2005. In 2006, Gjengangeren was awarded Riksmålsprisen. Stranger has also written two critically acclaimed novels for adults.

‘This novel reaches beyond the sometimes artificial genre which is the young adults novel. The book both can and should be read by everyone.’

Dagbladet

‘Rarely have we read a novel more engaging than Barsakh, in which the story is set on the Canary Islands, and where the author describes in a masterly way the encounter between the 15-year-old Norwegian girl Emilie and the 18-year-old illegal African immigrant Samuel from Ghana.’

Canariposten

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For ages 12–18 years

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Renate Nedregård

Miracle Mirakel

21-year old Rakel was catapulted to superstardom after being headhunted to appear on Idol at the age of 17. She may not have won the competition, but this didn’t stop her from winning over the world!

She broke away from her life in Bergen and her old friends in the teen choir and considers that chapter of her life all over until one day an email arrives from the choir’s conductor and Rakel’s old flame: Join us for the jubilee concert in the church at home!

Naturally you’d have to perform a solo for us. «Over my dead body,» says Rakel. «Fantastic idea!» says her PR agent, «You need to work on improving your reputation a little. This is the perfect opportunity to show the world the real, down-to-earth Rakel!»

But the road back is tough. Rakel has spurned her background and her friends once before. Will she find the desire – and the ability – to make things right again?

From Idol to Madison Square Garden. From Ten Sing Bergen to the jetsetting London life.

Mirakel is an entertaining, fast-paced, elegant and truly riveting debut from Bergen-based author Renate Nedregård.

Renate Nedregård (1977–) lives in Bergen and is a qualified television journalist. She reached a career peak when she was made teen choir conductor at the age of 17 years. In addition, she has worked as a reporter for both NRK and TV 2.

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For ages 14–18 years

Clan of the Horses Hestenes klan Bonnevie’s debut is a true page-turner whilst remaining a beautiful tribute to nature. It tells the story of a 17-year-old girl and a horse, about survival and being torn apart, and of love and finding oneself, in spite of and not because of one’s parents.

Hestenes klan is a mystical and mythical story about the relationship between humans and animals. Amanda Fivel loves horses. Her father loves gambling. When Amanda wins a competition with her jump racing horse Monty, her father puts a reckless bet on Amanda winning the national championship – in a competition for Icelandic horses! Amanda has absolutely no experience with this breed of horse, let alone competed with one.

This is a whole new game, and she has 90 days to get ready.

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Live Bonnevie

In her training for the championship Amanda undergoes a coming of age in the true sense of the term. The book reveals how living up to the expectations of others might mean loosing our innate intuition and wisdom. It’s about daring to embark upon a search for one’s inner, true voice. And it’s about defying those who hold us back, because it has to be done.

Rights sold to: Germany (Coppenrath)

Live Bonnevie (1971–) has worked as script consultant in the movie business for ten years. She has been around horses her whole life, and has always sought after interplay of pure, perfect balance. This is her first book.

‘Hestenes klan is really new thinking and outstanding in its genre.’

Anja Guerrera, Hesteliv

‘Grab the mane and hang on for the ride. Not since Anna Sewell penned the riveting pages of Black Beauty in 1877 has the horse's point of view been more faithfully presented. Live Bonnevie's Hestenes klan carries the reader swiftly over one obstacle after another in this rugged, compelling story of a young woman's trip to maturity.’

Leslie Desmond, USA, Author, Horse Trainer, International Clinician

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For ages 14–18 years

▶ Young Adults & Crossover

Tor Fretheim

Always Andrea Alltid Andrea Alltid Andrea is an unusual and engaging novel for young people. It starts with a fire in a school: Andrea is watching it burn. We realise that this is a case of arson and that Andrea has got something to do with it. But who is Andrea? A complex person who is trying to find out what it means to be alive. Gradually, we gain insight into Andrea’s background and relationship with the rest of the world.

Alltid Andrea stays with you for a long time after finishing the book.

Adults as well as young people will enjoy it.

‘… well-written, well thought, well done.’

Barnebokkritikk Tor Fretheim (1946–) made his literary début in 1982, and has since written a long line of

books for young readers, and a couple for adults, too. Many have been translated into several languages and the author has received a number of awards both at home and abroad.

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‘Ingen ild tenner stjernene is a story with many layers. It can be instructive to both inexperienced and advanced readers.’

NRK

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For ages 14–18 years

Darlah – 172 Hours on the Moon

Winner of

Brage Prize 2008

Darlah – 172 timer på månen NASA holds a historic lottery for young people.

The prize is a trip to the moon. The three winners Mia, Midori and Antoine all experience unexplainable events. And in a nursing home in Miami sits a man who was once in the American military. He can barely remember his own name.

But he is certain that a new expedition to the moon could mean the end of everything…

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Johan Harstad

Darlah – 172 timer på månen is the story of three young people searching for something else, something new. But it is also a thriller.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Klim), The Faroe Islands (Bókadeildin), Finland (Karisto), France (Albin Michel), Germany (DTV Junior), Netherlands (Podium), Republic Of Korea (Munhakdongne), Sweden (Bonnier Carlsen), United States (Little, Brown)

Johan Harstad (1979–) debuted with a short story collection, Herfra blir du bare eldre, in 2001. He has written short stories and plays, and his first novel Buzz Aldrin, hvor ble det av deg i alt mylderet? has been translated into ten languages.

‘A real side-winder.’

VG

‘... so exciting that it’s almost unbearable. ... likely to be read far beyond the borders of Norway.’

Aftenposten

‘… not for the faint of heart.’

Dagbladet

‘Perfectly loony.’

Dagsavisen

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For ages 14–18 years

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Synne Sun Løes

Sufficiently Beautiful Tilstrekkelig vakkert Tilstrekkelig vakkert is a strong story which stays with the reader long after the last page is read. It is a story about Johanne and Jenny, both 17-year-olds. Johanne has cancer and is soon going to die. Jenny has no will to live and has attempted suicide several times. Jenny reads about Johanne and her fate in a newspaper, and decides to send Johanne a letter. This is the beginning of a long correspondence between the two girls, reproduced in the novel.

Once again Synne Sun Løes has chosen a serious theme and treated it in an original way. Even if the situation these girls find themselves in is serious, Tilstrekkelig vakkert is not a gloomy book. Its focus is directed more towards life than illness and death, and Synne Sun Løes has avoided all kinds of sentimentalities. She challenges long-standing attitudes about what is sad, and our notions about what makes up a perfect life.

Rights sold to: The netherlands (Lemniscaat) and Korea (Sigongsa)

‘A brilliant young adults novel about two teenagers struggling with life and death. … Johanne and Jenny become living people who move us. And the fine, in-depth exchange between the two unfolds in all its pain, wisdom, simplicity and depth!’

VG

Synne Sun Løes (1975–) is based in Oslo. She debuted in 1999 with the book Yoko er

alene. For her young adult novel, Å spise blomster til frokost (2002), she won the Brage Prize.

▶ BACK LIST Eating Flowers for Breakfast Å spise blomster til frokost Rights sold to: Korea (Munhakdongne)

‘Definitely well written and very wise.’

Adresseavisen

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Winner of

Brage Prize 2002

Graphic novels

For ages 12–16 years

▶ Graphic Novels

Tor Erling Naas

Monkey Face Apefjes Illustrated by Sigbjørn Lilleeng

Martin and his mother are always on the move. He is a drifter not only when it comes to friends and school, but also in free time. One constant in his life is the minidisc player that his father left behind following his mysterious death. It contains songs that his father treasured, but more than just that: one last track sheds light on his father’s final moments.

Martin roams the streets at night tagging. Something about the minidisc player triggers an unprecedented energy in him, driving him out on the hunt to discover the facts.

Apefjes is a meeting of the novel and comic book genres. It is a thrilling tale that takes the reader deep into Martin’s innermost thoughts and high atop skyscrapers looking out over the city.

Tor Erling Naas (1965–) is a comic book creator and illustrator who produces work under the pseudonym Tor Ærlig.

Sigbjørn Lilleeng (1983–) has won several accolades including the Raptus Comic Festival debut prize and the Sproing Award 2008.

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For ages 12–16 years

Fall Technique Fallteknikk Fallteknikk is both a graphic novel and a biographical tale of a girl who moves away from home to attend secondary school. This is the story of a group of close friends that tentatively wish to play in a band, and for whom the world is waiting to be discovered.

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Inga Sætre

Inga Sætre (1978–) is an animator and attends Oslo National Academy of the Arts. She is best known for the comic series Møkkajentene.

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For ages 12–16 years

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Arne Svingen

With Your Own Eyes Med egne øyne

Illustrated by Christoffer Grav

Jim has reached a top position in his career as an artist, but something is still missing. He goes travelling to distant places and in a fateful encounter on a deserted beach he suddenly discovers that life has got new things to offer him. He has met a girl and, for the first time, not been recognised as a celebrity. The simple reason is that she is blind.

Med egne øyne is a different love story, which is also about seeing the world in a new way. Or not seeing it at all.

Arne Svingen (1967–) made his debut in 1999 with the critically acclaimed novel Handlingens mann. Since then he has written a number of books for children, teens and adults, many of which have been translated.

Christoffer Grav (1983–) is an illustrator and graphic designer who studied graphic design for three years at Westerdals School of Communication.

▶ BACK LIST Days I Have Forgotten (Dager jeg har glemt), 2007.

Rights sold to: Denmark (Carlsen), The Faroe Islands (BÓkadeilin) and sweden (hegas)

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Series

‘A highly commendable series.’

Dagbladet

Bloodcurdlers Bloodcurdlers is nigthmarish reading for the most daring.

Readers should check under their beds, have a flashlight within reach and be prepared for spinechilling tales. There are 18 titles in this series.

The series has been sold to Denmark and the Faroe Islands, and is written by award-winning authors.

Arne Svingen (1967–) made his debut in 1999 with the critically acclaimed novel Handlingens mann. Since then he has written a number of books for children, teens and adults, many of which have been translated.

Ingunn Aamodt (1965–) has a background as an art teacher, but has worked full-time as a writer since 1998.

Since her debut she has published several children’s books.

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Jon Ewo (1957–) writes for children, teens and adults.

He is the author of over 50 books, many of which have been translated.

For ages 9–14 years

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Jon Ewo

The Demons Demonene The twins Patrik and Natalia have a mysterious aunt that lives with them from time to time, but just quite how mysterious is something they don’t fully realise until they decide to secretly rake around in her things. Before they know it they have inadvertently opened a portal to a demonic underworld, and as if that weren’t enough, Natalia manages to awaken the wrath of the demons by stealing the hallowed crown they worship.

It is soon revealed that their aunt is no less than peacekeeper between humans and demons, one of the many secret agents working to keep the two worlds apart. Together with their aunt, the twins must try to return the crown, re-establish order and ultimately save the world.

Demonene offers subtle and demonic action with a dose of thrills!

Ingunn Aamodt

The Doll Dukken

Illustrated by Olve Askim

A chilling tale of a doll unlike any other. Treat this strange, old doll well and she will bring you wealth and a long, happy life. Treat her badly, on the other hand…

ARK´s Children's Book Prize 2010

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Horses and Secrets By the end of 2011 the series will end with book 14.

Christine Mysen (1988–) studied drawing, design

and colour in upper secondary school. Her dream was to become an artist. She completed her studies and then took a year off to work. After two years of working, she began the series Hest og hemmeligheter. She lives with her partner, two dogs, one cat and a large number of fish.

Christine Mysen

Horses and Secrets: Mysteries Mysterier

Mysteries is the first book in a series about secrets, horses, Linn and the stable lad Sondre. They live in a large farm with plenty of horses. Linn misses her father, who has to travel a lot. She misses her mother as well: Linn’s mother disappeared mysteriously when her little daughter was only two years old …

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For ages 10–14 years

Horses and Secrets: The Arab Horse Araberhesten

▶ Series

Christine Mysen

A white Arab horse comes trotting towards Linn when she is inside the old barn. A silk purse has been tied around the horse’s neck. Inside the purse is a letter, which tells Linn that the horse is called Magic Moon and that he is Linn’s secret birthday present from her father. She is also given a piece of jewellery that used to belong to her mother and which she must wear with pride, her father writes. Linn is very happy with her gifts, but why must the horse be secretly stabled inside the old barn? And why won’t her father ever tell her anything about her mother?

Christine Mysen

Horses and Secrets: Trouble Trøbbel

Linn longs for her mother, of whom she actually knows very little. She doesn’t even know if her mother is alive.

No one is prepared to speak about her. In an old box, Linn finds a letter that her mother wrote to her before she went away, but that makes everything even worse. Secretly going out riding on Magic Moon is the best thing is Linn’s life.

Then, one day when they’re out in the forest, Linn receives an anonymous message: «Keep hidden, someone is in the barn.»

Christine Mysen

Horses and Secrets: Bad News Triste nyheter

Magic Moon is no longer a secret and Linn puts him into a paddock to let him run for a while. While she stands there, the Shadow turns up. He tells Linn how smart and kind her mother was, how well he knew her and how, indeed, he had never seen anyone ride so well. «Shame that she ruined everything,» he added harshly, his cold eyes staring straight ahead. «Ruined? How?» Linn stammered. «Her sister.» The reply was short and sharp, like the flick of a whip.

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4 Friends 4 venninner

A young girl is found dead, floating in the little lake near Dypdal. She is naked and wrapped in plastic. The girl is one of four friends: Vilde, Benedicte, Nora and Trine. But which one is it? We turn the clock back three weeks and trace the steps leading to the murder.

This is how the first book in Kjetil Johnsen’s edgy teen series begins – 21 days until one of them dies!

Book 1: Book 2: Book 3: Book 4: Book 5: Book 6: Book 7: Book 8: Book 9: Book 10:

Et hull i sjelen (A Pierced Soul) Det farlige kysset (The Dangerous Kiss) Det som kommer til å skje (That Which Will Happen) Pakket i plast (Wrapped in Plastic) Til jord skal du bli (Earth to Earth) Morderen som gråt (The Killer Who Cried) Tilbake fra de døde (Back from the Dead) Et siste offer (A Last Victim) En morders ansikt (The Face of a Killer) De som lever videre (Those Who Are Still Alive)

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For ages 12–16 years

Rights sold to: Sweden (B. WahlstrÖms), Denmark (Rosinante&CO), Finland (Pauna media group) and the Faroe Islands (Nylendi)

Kjetil Johnsen (1966–) is an editor for Egmont Serieforlaget and has worked with comic series for over 20 years. His previous book series, Tusen Biter was published in 2002–2006 and has been sold to Denmark. He has also published more than 30 short stories in magazines and similar publications.

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Non-fiction

For ages 3–8 years

▶ Non-Fic tion

Anna Fiske

Fun Things You Can Make on Your Own Morsomme ting du kan lage selv A continuation of Små og store ting du kan lage selv. Here there are suggestions for cards, gifts, jewellery and much, much more, most of which can be made from bits and pieces you have at home. Everything is cheerfully explained and drawn.

A staple book for home, school and nursery.

Anna Fiske (1964–) studied graphic design and illustration at Ölands Målarskola, and

Konstfackskolan in Stockholm. Since 1992, she has worked as an illustrator for comic books, children’s picture books and children’s magazines.

▶ BACK LIST Anna Fiske Big and Little Things to Make on Your Own Små og store ting som du kan lage selv

A lively activity book that calls for easy-to-get-hold-of materials. You can sew, paint, cut and paste and use your whole imagination. Make a box, or an orangechicken, or fantastic creatures, or maybe a jumping jack. Or why not be a receipt-detective? The book is full of ideas and suggestions for things to make. It is a great book for playful children and adults.

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For ages 5–10 years

Ida Ida

Illustrated by Esther van Hulsen

47 million years ago there lived an ape-like little creature in a jungle in Germany. Today she is best known to the world as the fossil Ida. In this wonderful, illustrated picture book we learn how she lived and how we know what we do about her today.

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Torstein Helleve and Jørn H. Hurum

When paleontologist Jørn Hurum introduced Ida to the world’s media in 2009, she became a scientific sensation. Ida is our very own 47 million year old ancestor, and this picture book written by Jørn Hurum and Torstein Helleve from the Natural History Museum and illustrated by Esther van Hulsen brings Ida to life once again.

The reader is taken on a journey to the jungle that Ida lived in as part of a stunningly illustrated tale of her life, where we follow her through dangers and triumphs. In addition to a fictionalised picture book section based on what we know about Ida and the time that she lived, the book also includes a fact and activity section.

Jørn Hurum (1967–) is a paleontologist and science communicator. He has collected fossils since childhood and written several factbooks.

Torstein Helleve (1964–) is a web editor at the Natural History Museum. This is his first

book.

Esther van Hulsen was born in Leeuwarden in the Netherlands and has studied at

Academy Minerva in Groningen. She has a BA in Communication Design and has been educated in scientific illustration.

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For ages 8–12 years

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Fritjof C Krogvold

Skateboarding Skating Photos by Stian S. Evensen

Finally, an informative and easy-to-read book about skateboards and skateboarding. Perfect for those that already know a little but want to learn more, and for those who aren’t yet quite sure which side of the board to put their feet on.

Fritjof C Krogvold (1971–) has skateboarded since 1985 and is the former president of the Norwegian Organisation for Skateboarding (NORB). This is his first book.

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For ages 8–12 years

Gone Fishin’!

Fiskedilla

A complete guide to fishing for the youngest of readers. This book contains everything you need to know, whether fishing in salt water or fresh, mountains or lowlands, during summer or winter. Fiskedilla gives beginners a basic introduction, yet also includes plenty of tips for the more experienced fishing enthusiast.

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Arne Henning Grønlien

The book is filled with wonderful illustrations and photographs, and includes an illustrated list of species. Arne Henning Grønlien uses language at an appropriate level for the young reader, and is not only a keen fisherman but also a primary school teacher. Grønlien has previously written Norges beste fiskeplasser and Fiskelykke, which has become a popular handbook for young fishing fans.

Arne Henning Grønlien (1966–) is educated in nature management and forestry as well as pedagogy, and currently works as a teacher at primary level. Fish and sports fishing are his greatest passions.

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For ages 8–12 years

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Mariangela Cacace

Crazy About Horses Hestedilla Horse is best – don’t protest! This is a book of facts about horses and riding, also about keeping horses and basic riding instructions. In it, you will find answers to everything you need to know about horses, whether you are horse crazy or just curious to find out about the big animals.

Hestedilla is an easy read, set out to include the following items: • Horses – part of your lifestyle • About horses • The language of horses • Stable life • Caring for your horse • Equipment for horse and rider • Different gaits • Health issues • I want a horse

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Mariangela Cacace (1981–) has a Neapolitan father and a Norwegian mother, and has lived in Naples for many years. Her previous publications include a number of books for young people.

For ages 8–12 years

HIPHOP Hiphop

Illustrated by Mikael Noguchi

Hiphop is the biggest youth culture in the world, but what is the real history behind the phenomenon? Øyvind Holen describes the background to the hard-hitting lyrics, the baggy trousers, gold jewellery and the spray can. Mikael Noguchi has provided elegant illustrations.

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Øyvind Holen

The author discovered hiphop in 1984 and rediscovered it toward the end of the noughties.

He has written widely about it as a journalist working for several major newspapers and magazines and now, in his book HIPHOP.

Øyvind Holen (1973–) works as a journalist. He has previously published Hiphophoder og Groruddalen – en reiseskildring. HIPHOP – Rap, graffiti, breaking og DJ-ing was his first children’s book.

Mikael Noguchi (1976–) is an illustrator and a 3D artist. He works at Artplant.

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For ages 8–12 years

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Thomas Winje Øijord

I Want to Be a Veterinary Jeg vil bli ... dyrlege What will I do when I’ve grown up? Many children are more preoccupied with that question than with any other. Jeg vil bli ... dyrlege describes the everyday work of two Norwegian veterinary surgeons, in the pet animal clinic and out on the countryside treating big farm animals.

You get to know more about many different animals and learn about what it is like to work in animal medicine.

An approachable, clear account of a very popular job.

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For ages 8–12 years

I Want to Be a Truck Driver Jeg vil bli ... lastebilsjåfør Choosing a career has always been a popular subject among children, and being a truck driver reigns among many children’s dream jobs. This is certainly easy to understand after reading Jeg vil bli ... lastebilsjåfør. We follow several drivers over the course of an exciting and hectic day.

The timber has to be transported out of the forest, building work must be done safely and quickly and the goods have to be taken to where they are needed. Through easily accessible text and wonderful photographs, the reader can experience this tough profession and marvel at the amazing trucks on display.

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Thomas Winje Øijord

Jeg vil bli ... lastebilsjåfør is the second book in the Jeg vil bli series, which looks at jobs that interest children. The books in the series are fact-filled, yet also manage to give an exciting commentary of daily events in the life of each profession. Thomas Winje Øijord is responsible for the text and pictures.

Thomas Winje Øijord (1982–) is a writer and a photojournalist. He lives in Oslo and made his debut in 2004 with the critically acclaimed prose collection, Hatten og andre forstyrrende momenter.

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For ages 10–14 years

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Axel Hellstenius

When Blücher Sank Blücher synker

Illustrated by Line Halsnes

It’s early in the morning on the 8th April 1940.

On board the large German cruiser Blücher, the soldiers are anxious. Nobody knows quite what awaits them in Norway – the country they are now to go to war against.

In Drøbak, 17-year old maid Olaug Anette Nyhus awakes, unaware that she only has one day left to live. At Oscarsborg fortress, rumours begin to circulate that a vast German warship is on its way. Will they fire at Blücher when it comes? Oberst Birger Eriksen will soon be forced to make a fateful decision.

In this book we follow three people on the night of the 9th April 1940. The story of Blücher has never been more nerve-wracking.

Axel Hellstenius (1960–) has written several children’s books, librettoes, teleplays and screenplays, among them Elling, which was nominated to an Oscar for best foreign language film.

Line Halsnes (1981–) trained in illustration at the Norwich School of Art and Design. She is a partner in the working collective Kobolt Design. Båten mellom stjernene was her first picture book.

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For ages 10–16 years

Computer Games Dataspill Illustrated by Rune Markhus

Finally, a Norwegian book about one of young peoples’ very favourite past times! Kim and his cat become trapped in a computer game, and are forced to play their way back to reality.

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Maren Agdestein and Bår Stenvik

The reader is taken on a playful journey through the history of computer games, with text and illustrations inspired by many computer game genres and aesthetics. The end result is as humorous as it is instructive.

Maren Agdestein (1982–) has a background in media studies and works in a freelance capacity. She blogs on Spillpikene.no and works as a computer game reviewer.

Bår Stenvik (1976–) is a journalist and has previously reviewed computer games for the newspaper Natt&Dag. Rune Markhus (1972–) has an education from Westerdal’s School of Communication, and illustrates magazines, marketing material, animation and books.

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For ages 12–16 years

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Annette Münch et al.

The Martial Arts Book Kampsport There are various reasons why people take up martial arts. Some wish to learn self-defence, others are looking to get in shape, and for some the competitive instinct is temptation enough.

In this factbook on martial arts, the reader is introduced to the many directions and styles of this discipline. An inspirational book for beginners and more experienced athletes alike.

Fun facts and illustrations.

Annette Münch has extensive personal experience within the field of martial arts.

Annette Münch (1981–) has worked as a freelance journalist since she was 14 years old.

Today she is the editor of Girls magazine. She made her literary début in 2006 with the young adults novel Kaoskrigeren, which won the Ministry for Culture and Church Affairs’ Literature Award for a first novel.

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Author index

▶ Author Index

A Aalbu, Ragnar Aamodt, Ingunn Agdestein, Maren Aisato, Lisa Aurtande, Lars M.

F 36 18, 74, 91 107 30 35

B

FICTION

Bache-Wiig, Anna Belsvik, Rune Berggren, Arne Bonnevie, Live Bringsværd, Tor Åge Brøgger, Lilian

30 50 71 81 12, 40, 41 38

C Cacace, Mariangela Christiansen, Pål H. CreaCon Entertainment AS

102 61, 63 44, 45

D Diep, Nhu Dybvig, Ingeborg

9 147

E Egner, Thorbjørn Eikenes, Pål Ekman, Fam Eriksen, Endre Lund Ersland, Bjørn Arild Espeland, Webjørn S. Estes, Max Ewo, Jon

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48, 49 31 33 35 38 51 25 91

Filmkameratene A/S Fiske, Anna Formoe, Terje Fretheim, Tor

39 20, 21, 98 46 82

G Granhaug, Silje Grønlien, Arne Henning

24 101

H Hagen, Gudny Ingebjørg Halsnes, Line Hamre, Carl Christian Hansen, Thore Harstad, Johan Hartberg, Flu Heiberg, Anette V. Heivoll, Gaute Helleve, Torstein Hellstenius, Axel Hole, Stian Hiorthøy, Kim Holen, Øyvind Holsve, Mari Moen Holt, Anne G. Holter, Matthijs Hovland, Henrik Hurum, Jørn H.

14 32 44 22 83 26 8 32 99 106 28, 29 52, 53 103 78 40, 41 145 27 99

J Johansen, Eldrid Johnsen, Janne Aasebo Johnsen, Kjetil

62, 64, 65 69, 77 94, 95

72 60 27 100 59

L Loe, Erlend Løes, Synne Sun

52, 53 84

M 75 13 23 42, 43 92, 93 67 108

S Sande, Hans Sandemose, Iben Sibeko, Guro Stenvik, Bår Stranger, Simon Svingen, Arne Sætre, Inga

24, 68 11 55 107 79 88, 90 87

T Torseter, Øyvind

16, 17, 37

V Vidnes-Kopperud, Bodil

8

W

N Naas, Tor Erling Nedregård, Renate Nicolaisen, Fredrikke Nyhus, Egil Næss, Jan Chr.

66 70 34 22

FICTION

Mostue, Sigbjørn Moursund, Gry Moursund, Jill Myklebust, Morten Mysen, Christine Mæhle, Lars Münch, Annette

Rossebø, Arild Ruhi, Pouria Runde, Øystein Rorvik, Bjørn F.

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K Knudsen, Sverre Kolstad, Harald Kove, Torill Krogvold, Fritjof C Kuhn, Camilla

86 80 60 12, 46 56, 59

Walgermo, Alf Kjetil

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Ø Øien, Jan-Kåre Øijord, Thomas Winje

15 105

O Ohlsson, Helena Ostad, Tom R. Ousland, Bjørn

14 51 10

R Renberg, Tore Rishøi, Ingvild H.

16, 17 54

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