Christoffer Sorner
CHRISTOFFER SORNER has been telling stories for as long as he can remember. His writing journey began in childhood with tales of the hard-boiled private detective Snok, solving one handwritten mystery after another on lined A4 paper. In middle school, he turned to horror, gleefully murdering off his classmates (with their full approval) in grisly ghost and vampire stories. By high school, he was hammering out his first full-length novel on his grandparents' old typewriter.
From an early age, Christoffer had just one goal: to become a published author. In 2004, that dream came true with the release of his debut young adult novel Betong (Concrete) through Bonnier Carlsen—an event perhaps most (in)famously remembered for receiving what may be the harshest review in Swedish morning television history. Undeterred, he pressed on, continuing to write across genres and styles.
Today, Christoffer is the creator of the Hansson & Nilsson (Colt & Wesson in English) detective series—a fast-paced, nostalgia-drenched dive into 1980s Sweden, packed with retro fashion, iconic movie references, unforgettable music, and the chaotic charm of classic '80s comedies. His work is marked by a love for pop culture, a keen eye for storytelling, and a persistent sense of humor.
His published works include novels, reportage, poetry, short stories, film reviews, and even a cookbook—proof that his creativity knows no bounds.
Published Books:
Betong, Bonnier Carlsen, 2004
Festival, Spiralla Förlag, 2005
Hansson & Nilsson löser fallet, Visto Förlag, 2021
Hansson & Nilsson löser fallet igen, Visto Förlag, 2022
Hansson & Nilsson löser inte fallet, Storify Publishing, 2023
Chribbes Käk, Sorner Produktion AB, 2023 (Amazon exclusive)
Anthologies:
Frihet!?, Norstedts Förlag, 1992 (Poetry)
Älska mig, nu!, Förlagshuset Gothia, 1994 (Poetry)
Klockan 8, Icakuriren, 2009 (Short Story)
Metal Up Your Ass!, Vulkan, 2009 (Reportage & Interviews)
Film 4 F**k Sake (2009 & 2010), with Mats Nilsson (Film Reviews)
Julskuggor, Ormstunga Förlag, 2022 (Short Story)
Klaus, Storify Publishing, 2023 (Short Story)
With a background that spans horror, humor, noir, and nostalgia, Christoffer Sorner is a storyteller with a passion for both the weird and the wonderful—and he's just getting started.
Christoffer is one of the four founders of Storify.
Instagram: rocknrolldetektiverna
Wonderland
In the year 2036, Stockholm exists under the oppressive rule of a one-world government that governs every aspect of its citizens' lives. In this dystopian future, thought control and mind-reading technologies have become commonplace. Amidst this bleak reality, a growing resistance emerges. Their weapon of choice is not physical force, but the subversive power of Neil Young's timeless anthem, "Keep on Rocking in the Free World."
Assigned to quell this rebellion is the young, brilliant, and emotionally distant Samira Saber. As she delves deeper into the rebel movement, she uncovers a world of clandestine gatherings, hidden messages, and the enduring power of music as a means of resistance.
Samira finds herself torn between loyalty to her duty and a growing realization that the rebels may be fighting for something worth preserving. Wonderland becomes a thrilling exploration of the human spirit's resilience in the face of technological tyranny, set against the backdrop of a city yearning for the freedom to rock on in a world that was once free.
Original title: Wonderland
Publication: Storify Publishing Winter 2024
Rights sold: All rights available
Reading material: Sample translation
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