Fredrik Backman, born on 2 June 1981, is a renowned Swedish author, blogger, and columnist, celebrated for his capacity to weave tales that capture the heart and imagination of readers worldwide. He embarked on his literary journey with a remarkable debut in 2012, introducing the world to his unique storytelling through novels such as A Man Called Ove and Things My Son Needs to Know about the World. These initial works not only established him as a formidable voice in contemporary literature but also paved the way for subsequent masterpieces like My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry (2013), Britt-Marie Was Here (2014), Beartown (2017), Us Against You (2018), Anxious People (2020), and The Winners (2022).

Backman's storytelling prowess has earned him the status of a number one bestseller in his home country of Sweden, with his books being translated into more than twenty-five languages, thus touching the hearts of readers across the globe. His journey from writing weekly columns for the newspaper Metro to blogging for Café Magazine, exemplifies his versatile talent and unwavering passion for sharing stories that resonate on a deeply personal level.