Karl Ove Knausgaard closes the book on his autobiographical series

What are the side effects of finishing a six-volume series of autobiographical novels?

Well, your family might have a few thoughts here and there about what you’ve written — and you’re likely to be relieved to wrap up the series.

At least, that’s what bestselling author Karl Ove Knausgaard tells The Guardian.

With the saga’s final installation, aptly titled The End, translated into English from the original Norwegian, the author went on The Guardian’s books podcast to discuss it and his journey.

Head here to take a listen.