Levi Henriksen

Levi Henriksen (b. 1964) made his literary debut in 2002 with the short story collection Fever, followed by Down, Down, Down in 2003. His breakthrough came in 2004 with the bestselling novel Snow Will Fall on Fallen Snow, which won the Norwegian Booksellers’ Prize.

Henriksen’s writing blends a rugged, masculine tone with emotional depth, often set in rural landscapes where traditional and modern values collide. His hometown of Kongsvinger frequently appears in his work.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Henriksen worked as a journalist. He is also a musician, playing bass and writing lyrics for his own band.