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For as long as he can remember, children’s book author Bjorn Fyrre has been creating worlds and stories in his head, even becoming a finalist as a youth in a writing competition. But it wasn’t until years later, as an adult, that Fyrre began writing consistently through poetry, short stories, books, and songs, as a way to connect with himself. For Bjorn, writing is about the joy that it brings him and the desire to share that with others.
Bjorn has a love for neuroscience, psychology, and how people work. This is reflected in his stories, particularly his new picture book release, Klippe the Viking, a social emotional learning tale about a young viking struggling to find herself. It’s Bjorn’s goal to help young readers understand that everyone handles situations differently and has things to offer to the world and to chase their dreams and do the things they love.
The ideas for Bjorn’s stories were sparked by his own journey of self-discovery, collaborating with psychologists, and through reading mental health and development books. His inspiration was to create books that would invite a meaningful dialogue with children about difficult conversations. He hopes his young readers come away from his stories understanding that it is okay to feel emotions, that we are all unique and these differences make our world beautiful.
When he isn’t writing poignant stories of introspection for children, Bjorn enjoys playing saxophone, singing, traveling, spending time outdoors, and seeing friends.
Reviewed by Melanie Kennedy for Readers' Favorite
Klippe the Viking (Little Viking) by Bjorn Fyrre is a moving and inspirational children’s picture book about learning to love yourself and not be afraid to try new things. Klippe is a young Viking who feels out of place in her village. She’s struggling in school, can’t keep up with the other kids’ jokes, and has to watch as others play her favorite games. It can be really lonely and isolating when you are looking from the outside in. Luckily, the Viking village cares about each other, and so one day Kanin helps Klippe with her homework, showing her it’s easier to work with two heads together. And while Klippe might not have the same sense of humor as the other kids, they show their love and appreciation for Klippe exactly as she is. And lastly, Klippe learns that it’s okay to try new things, even if you are scared or hesitant at first.
Klippe the Viking is such a breathtaking book about growing up and some of the lessons children need to learn along the way that it should be on every shelf around the country. It is beautifully illustrated by Ankitha Kini with the warmth and love of the characters radiating from the pages. Bjorn Fyrre has written a truly impactful book that will teach children not to be afraid to be themselves or to be afraid of the world around them and will resonate with adults alike, as it did with me. It’s a true work of art that can make children believe in themselves as well as the adults who bought them the book.
