Draft:Andre Rettedal

André Rettedal
André Rettedal
Born	Norway
Nationality	Norwegian
Occupation(s)	Author, Publisher
Years active	2015–present
Known for	Battle for Barrenwest
Website	'andrerettedal.com'

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André Rettedal is a Norwegian author and publisher, best known for his debut fantasy Western novel Battle for Barrenwest: The Black Sun (2023), and as the founder of independent imprint Timber Publishing.

Biography

André Rettedal was born in Norway. He developed an early interest in speculative fiction, drawing inspiration from classic Westerns, epic fantasy, and mythology. Rettedal’s writing career began with short stories and gradually grew into full-length novels.

In 2023, he published his debut novel Battle for Barrenwest: The Black Sun, a genre-blending fantasy Western that received praise for its atmospheric storytelling and complex characters.

Timber Publishing

In parallel with his writing career, Rettedal founded Timber Publishing, a boutique independent publishing house focused on genre fiction including fantasy, science fiction, and Westerns. Timber Publishing aims to provide a platform for new and diverse voices while maintaining high production values and professional design.

Under Rettedal’s leadership, Timber Publishing released its first novel with Battle for Barrenwest and plans to expand its catalogue with new original works and translations.

Writing style and influences

Rettedal’s work is characterized by its genre fusion, combining elements of gritty Westerns with mythic fantasy and magical realism. He has cited influences including Stephen King’s The Dark Tower, Sergio Leone’s Spaghetti Westerns, Norse mythology, and contemporary fantasy authors.

His writing often explores themes of power, redemption, and the boundary between myth and reality.

Bibliography

Battle for Barrenwest: The Black Sun (2023)

Reception and impact

Although relatively new to the international scene, Rettedal’s work has attracted attention in niche fantasy communities for its originality and genre-melding approach. Reviews highlight his compelling protagonists and vivid world-building.

External links

Official Site for author Andre Rettedal

Category:Living people Category:Norwegian writers Category:Fantasy writers Category:Western fiction writers Category:21st-century Norwegian novelists Category:Publishers (people)