Fredrik Backman

Fredrik Backman (born 1981) is the most popular contemporary Swedish author. All of his novels are both witty and moving, capturing unique stories of ordinary people and conveying a message of humanity and optimism. He gained worldwide recognition with his novel "A Man Called Ove," which was translated into many languages and adapted into a film. His books have sold over seven million copies in forty-four languages. "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry" became a bestseller wherever it was published. It remained at the top of the New York Times bestseller list for many months, and in China, it reached the number one spot just one month after its release.