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Lars Henrik Eriksen
The Inventor – The Hunt for the Infinity Machine

A captivating science-fiction drama about how curiosity and carelessness can have fateful consequences! A brand new Norwegian book series for children by Lars Henrik Eriksen. The aspiring inventor Kobolt Kogg lives with his mother on a small island, where the inhabitants make a living from farming with the help of giant turtles. Everyone seems satisfied with their lives in the quiet village, with the exception of Kobolt's grandfather. He is the island's great inventor, known to never abandon a crazy idea. One day, Kobolt and his good friend Linnea explore one of his grandfather's machines all by themselves. They lose control and cause an explosion that hits them both. Kobolt ends up in a wheelchair. Despite the accident, he is determined to achieve his dream - the dream of becoming an inventor.

Lars Henrik Eriksen

Lars Henrik Eriksen (b. 1995) grew up in Sandefjord, where he studied music at upper secondary school, and has further education as a civil engineer. He has always loved comics and has been drawing for as long as he can remember. Eriksen participated in Egmont's comic book competition in 2018 and immediately received a book contract. This inspired him to continue with his comic book - which now sees the light of day.

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Tonje Tornes
Children’s books and Comics Editor
Egmont Kids Media Nordic AS
PO Box 4684 Nydalen
0405 Oslo, Norway
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Edited August 21, 2023 by Egmont Kids Media - Norway