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The Rocking In the Norselands books don’t tell one continuous story from beginning to end. They collect multiple stories about different songs, artists, events, shows, and more. They books aim to be a gold mine of stories, facts, and anecdotes from the frequently crazy but always interesting world of rock’n’roll!
The two available volumes cover multiple artists across several decades, offering backgrounds, facts, and stories of all kinds. The goal has always been to make sure that every story is interesting and/or an entertaining read, even if the artist in question isn’t one of your favourites.
The articles in the books are arranged chronologically, based on when a record was released, when a show took place, or when an event or other landmark moment happened. The collection starts with the oldest reference and moves steadily closer to the present day with each article, forming a timeline of music-related stories.
- Volume 1 (launched June 2024) is 434 pages long, and covers the period from 1955 to 1982.
- Volume 2 (launched June 2026) is 474 pages long, covering the period from 1982 to 2024.
WHAT ARE THE BOOKS ABOUT?
The Rocking In the Norselands books serve as a physical collection for most of the articles from the Rocking In the Norselands website, going back to 2017. This makes it very easy if you want to read before you buy: just browse the Rocking In the Norselands website!
- Hundreds of pages of stories from the world of music!
- Both books open with personal chapters where I share my own music journey and anecdotes from years of listening, writing, and collecting.
- Each volume features a standout foreword: the first by musician, producer, and podcast partner-in-crime Thomas Kercheval; the second by music aficionado Arlin Bartels: legendary superfan of hundred of bands with a supernatural talent for encountering musicians and sending me photos of it.
- Fully illustrated with original art by renowned Norwegian comic book artist Torbjørn Lien.
FORMAT & LOOK
The books look and feel incredible, being deluxe editions in every sense. They are HUGE!
- A4 sized (yes – it is a coffee table book!)
- Quality binding
- Hardcover
- Premium paper quality
- 434 pages (Vol 1), 474 pages (Vol 2)
- Volume 1: 1,62 kilos/3.57 pounds. Volume 2: 1,75 kilos/3.85 pounds.
For a look inside the books, browse the two galleries (one for Volume 1, one for Volume 2) at the end of this page!
PRICE
Volume 1 costs NOK 550.
Volume 2 costs NOK 600.
But wait: there is a discount! Those who bought Volume 1 will get Volume 2 for NOK 550. The same discount is valid if both Volumes are bought now, making a set of Volume 1+2 NOK 1100. Be aware, though, that I don’t have many copies of Volume 1 left.
Note that buying several copies of Volume 2 (with no Volume 1’s having been bought) does not trigger any discounts.
PERSONALISED COPIES
I will be happy to sign books for anyone who wishes it, as well as adding any dedication of your choice (you will be able to indicate if and what you want me to write in the order form – see “how to order” below). This will of course not cost anything extra. I’ll be more than happy to do it as a thank you for ordering. It genuinely means the world.
HOW TO ORDER
The page you’re on now is meant as an information page about the books. If you’re interested in placing an order, please head on over to the dedicated Rocking In the Norselands Book Ordering Page!
SHIPPING
Shipping big books inexpensively was always going to be a challenge, but I feel I have found some acceptable options given the size and weight we’re working with. I have broken up the shipping rates/options for each geographical region on the order page. Pick the option that works for you when ordering.
The books will be wrapped up in quality protective padding and securely stored inside solid shipping materials. I will always personally confirm a final and definite price for book + shipping before you pay.
FEEDBACK FROM READERS OF VOLUME 1:
THE FULL FRONT AND BACK COVERS:
Thanks for your interest!
Take a look inside Volume 1 in the gallery below
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Take a look inside Volume 2 in the gallery below
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