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Locotopia in the Middle Ages

Locotopia is a humorous and easy to read series, packed with hilarious illustrations and great fun. Each book covers a time period in the history of mankind, with the same two characters in every story: Helena and Simon. The joy of reading is the main focus of these books, but as a bonus, the readers will learn a little bit as well.

Book 1:
Welcome to the Middle Ages—the most dangerous hilarious period in history.

The knight Simon rides a pig, has a bucket as his helmet, and is on his way out into the world to fight dragons and giants. But instead, he meets Helena. She’s accused of being a witch and is sentenced to certain death. The Plague is ravishing the land, and the king has announced a knight’s tournament. Together, Simon and Helena embark on an adventure where they have to try to save themselves—and the rest of the world.

A total of 8 titles are planned. The history of the world has never been funnier!

Locotopia is recommended for everyone who likes to read, laugh and learn at the same time. Those who like The Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Treehouse Series or Captain Underpants will love Locotopia. For readers aged 8–14 years. The first book has had a flying start in Norwegian, selling out the first print run in less than a week, and was chosen as a main title for the leading Norwegian book club.

Simon Stranger

Simon Stranger
Photo by Andre Løyning

Simon Stranger (b. 1976) made his literary début as a children’s author in 2005. In 2006 he was awarded Riksmålsprisen for the book Gjengangeren. Stranger has written number of critically acclaimed novels for adults, as well as his equally acclaimed young adult fiction trilogy Barsakh, The World Liberators (Verdensredderne) and Those Who do not Exist (De som ikke eksisterer), the latter was shortlisted for the Nordic Literary Award 2015.

Helena Lindholm is a 41 year old Illustrator and Graphic Designer, based in Stockholm, Sweden.
She illustrates books, magazines, political satire and courtdrawings as well as caricatures and print design for childrens clothing.
Most of her work includes a lot of humour and she loves exaggerating almost every line she draws.

www.helenaillustration.com

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Edited October 21, 2025 by Cappelen Damm Agency