Cecilia Blomdahl – författare

Join Cecilia Blomdahl in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, the world’s northernmost town.Located in the Arctic Ocean near the North Pole, Svalbard is a unique archipelago that boasts stunning wintry landscapes, endangered Arctic animals, and awe-inspiring natural phenomena. Since 2015, Cecilia has called this beautiful and remote location home. Along with her partner, Christoffer, and her dog, Grim, she has adjusted to life at the top of the world—where polar bears roam free and northern lights shine bright.With evocative text and spectacular photography, Cecilia shares the joys and challenges of adapting to an inhospitable climate. Her story begins in the darkness of polar night, and the allure of her remote location is revealed gradually as sunlight returns months later. Through personal stories and firsthand advice, Cecilia offers insight for anyone seeking to thrive in unusual living conditions.Whatever your location, Life on Svalbard will give you a deeper understanding of why people choose to live in extreme environments and perhaps help you find the hidden magic of where you live too.

Will Grim find his way home? Discover the magic of Svalbard in this heartwarming Arctic adventure from New York Times bestselling author Cecilia Blomdahl.As the last glimmers of light fade from the snow-covered peaks and polar night arrives, Grim the Finnish Lapphund finds himself lost in the vast Arctic. On this unexpected journey, he encounters mischievous arctic foxes, reindeer huddled in the snow, and bright-white beluga whales rising from the fjord. But danger lingers too – is that a polar bear in the distance... or just its tracks?Beneath a sky filled with stars and shimmering northern lights, Grim finds the courage to keep moving forward. To make his way home – and back to Cecilia – he must face his fears and follow his heart through the darkness.A timeless tale of bravery, wonder, and resilience, brought to life with illustrations by Suzie Mason, The Polar Night Adventure is a contemporary classic for kids everywhere.