- It can be seen as an attempt to put an end and turn the page, says Hannes Fossbo, program director at Kulturnyheterna.

The French author Annie Ernaux has written a long series of novels.

Eight of them have been translated into Swedish.

One of her best-known books on the international market is "The Years".

- It has been called a collective autobiography that captures an entire social spirit, says Hannes Fossbo.

Curious about this year's literature prize?

In the clip above, you can hear Hannes Fossbo tell more about the award.