Linda Boström Knausgard

Linda Boström Knausgard is a Swedish author known for her poignant exploration of mental health and memory issues in her writing. Diagnosed with bipolar depression, she has drawn from her own experiences with psychiatric treatment, particularly facing the challenges of memory loss due to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Her upcoming book, "Napfénykór," delves into her struggles with memory and identity, reflecting on her roles as a daughter, wife, and mother. Through a non-linear narrative that interweaves fantasy with reality, Knausgard examines the complexities of living with mental illness, aiming to reconstruct her life story on paper despite the darkness that encroaches on her memories.