I cannot tell you how excited I am about The Island Affair, my 8th book! Writing a novel takes a lot of time, so it's incredibly thrilling (and a bit scary, to be honest) when it's time to let it out into the world and hear what readers think of the story. The Island Affair is also the first … [Read more...]
A Nordic Christmas
There's something magical about a Nordic Christmas. I would say that, wouldn't I? But it's true. With fresh snow underfoot and dark skies clear with stars, this time of year has an almost mythical quality to it. For us Scandinavians, December is the most important time of year. As well as Christmas, … [Read more...]
Where to find your Nordic Hygge in London
As today is the International Hygge Day, I thought I'd let you know where I take myself when I feel homesick and need my Nordic Hygge fix. Whether it's Swedish Fika (coffee with cake or bun), Danish Hygge (feeling cozy) or food old-fashioned Finnish silence, you can find it in London. Nordic … [Read more...]