SVEN NORDQVIST (b. 1946) is a well-loved Swedish children's illustrator and writer. The Findus and Pettson series draw on his playful adventures with his two young sons, and his unique illustrations are inspired by a delight in everyday life. Through his stories, Sven hopes to create a world in which problems can find resolution, encouraging creative and practical thinking with his funny and charming narratives and playful and industrious characters.
