Jo Nesbø

Novelist and crime fiction writer

Jo Nesbø - Novelist and crime fiction writer
Born

March 29th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Norway

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Born in Norway, this individual gained recognition as a novelist, particularly in the crime fiction genre. The series featuring detective Harry Hole became a significant part of the literary landscape, with titles like 'The Redbreast,' 'The Snowman,' and 'The Leopard' receiving widespread acclaim. Beyond writing, involvement in music and football was notable, having played as a professional athlete and produced music. Transitioning from sports to literature marked a pivotal change, leading to prestigious awards and translations of works into multiple languages.

Authored the Harry Hole series

Received the Glass Key Award for 'The Redbreast'

Books translated into more than 40 languages

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