Has, since the late 1980s, been one of Norway's most successful
authors. He's most known for his books about "Pelle & Proffen", which
have resulted in 3 movies.
Debuted as an author in 1981.
Had his breakthrough in 1986 with the book "Hvite Niggere".
He's been living in Hamburg, Germany, for a few years. (May 2004)