Grand Agency – Where Great Stories Meet Opportunity

Grand Agency is a leading independent literary and film agency based in Stockholm,
representing some of the most
prominent voices from Sweden and the Nordics.

THIS IS GRAND AGENCY

Established almost two decades ago, Grand Agency is one of Scandinavia’s longest-running and most respected literary and film agencies. We are proud to be a trusted home for authors and screenwriters across the Nordics, from literary debuts to breakout commercial successes, award-winning voices to new and innovative names in the industry.

With a deep commitment to storytelling, we combine extensive industry knowledge with professionalism and care, creating the conditions for our writers to thrive long term.

Our commitment to our clients is straightforward: to support each writer with integrity, insight, and transparency, grounded in a lasting belief in the value of their work. We do this by strengthening each writer’s position in the home market and internationally, in every negotiation and in every deal.

OUR VALUES

At Grand, we pride ourselves on discovering and nurturing exceptional talent.

Everything begins with the story; stories and storytellers are at the heart of what we do. Whether in the form of a literary work or a screenplay, we are committed to helping you and your work find the best path forward in the home market and abroad.

We are … 

  • Ethical and transparent in all matters
  • Driven and competitive, while we never lose sight of our long-term commitment to our authors and writers
  • Open, direct, and respectful in our communication with our clients and business partners alike
  • Attentive listeners, who aim to understand your needs before acting.

These principles guide how we work, with writers, publishers, producers and everyone else involved in bringing your work to readers and viewers.

OUR EXPERTISE

At Grand, authors and screenwriters can expect:

Clarity and Control
We offer a transparent process, providing insight into how your rights and contracts are handled, as well as giving careful guidance across genres and markets. Our thorough contracts and royalty management structure puts you and your rights firmly in focus.   

Protection and Expertise
With more than six decades of combined experience in the team, we provide expert advice throughout the submission and publishing process, from robust editorial feedback to placing your work with the most suitable partner in each genre. We pride ourselves on our in-depth knowledge of local and international markets, our ability to keep a keen eye on the shifting landscape, and our unwavering protection of your work over time. With our long and varied expertise, not only from handling literary and film rights but from working closely with literary as well as dramatic texts and screenplays, we can offer both hands-on support and practical advice in all given situations.  

A Credible Voice
We offer representation that speaks for your author- and craftsmanship with integrity, discernment, and respect. 

CHOOSING AN AGENT

Choosing an agent is both a professional and a personal decision.

The right partnership makes all the difference. It rests on trust, instinct, and the sense that your work is truly understood and valued. At Grand, we welcome this conversation.

A knowledgeable and dependable agent ensures that your work—as well as your rights, contracts, and finances—is handled with care, and that your professional path develops in a way that is right for you.

Thoughtful and agile representation means offering clear, independent guidance, combined with the expertise required to navigate a complex and evolving publishing landscape, as well as the film and television industries. In this context, independent representation is essential to building a sustainable and successful career.

A committed agent stands beside you over time, safeguarding your interests, strengthening your voice, and helping your stories find their readers and audiences, at home and internationally.

We are that agent.

Contact

Grand Agency
Vanadisvägen 41
S-113 23 Stockholm
Sweden

VAT: SE556737800401
Org.nr. 556737-8004 (Grand Nordic Agency AB)

Royalty statements and remittances to be sent to royalty@grandagency.se

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LENA STJERNSTRÖM
LENA STJERNSTRÖM
CEO, literary and film agent
BA in Political Science and a thorough background in marketing within the publishing sector and communication industry. Founder and owner.

Mobile: +46 70-996 98 89
Email: lena@grandagency.se
ELISABET BRÄNNSTRÖM
ELISABET BRÄNNSTRÖM
Literary agent
BA in Comparative Literature. 20 years in the publishing industry, working in both in London and Stockholm in agenting and rights, as well as agency management.

Mobile: +46 765 428 007
Email: elisabet@grandagency.se
UMBERTO GHIDONI
UMBERTO GHIDONI
Contract manager, literary agent
BA (Italy) in Literature and Foreign Languages. Project leader experience from the culture and trade sector. Translator.

Mobile: +46 70-247 23 06
Email: umberto@grandagency.se
JENNY KHAYON
JENNY KHAYON
Literary agent
BA in Literature and studies in Cultural Science and Publishing. A background in publishing with a long experience in book production, marketing, and sales.

Mobile: +46 76 254 24 75
Email: jenny@grandagency.se
KATARINA ROLINSKI
KATARINA ROLINSKI
Royalty manager & business admin.
Licensed accountant who began the career with a Master’s degree in Medical Biology.  Experienced in financial management and royalty accounting.

Mobile: +46 70 402 30 33
Email: katarina@grandagency.se
VILLE STJERNSTRÖM
VILLE STJERNSTRÖM
Film agent
BA in Gender Studies and Literature. Experience from labor market coaching, project management and strategic communication.

Mobile: +46 70-739 74 56
Email: ville@grandagency.se
SARA SEMB
SARA SEMB
Film agent
BA in Social Work. Experienced consultant across multiple fields, with expertise in children’s rights, project management, and social complexity.

Mobile: +46 73-721 08 98
Email: sara@grandagency.se
PETER STJERNSTRÖM
PETER STJERNSTRÖM
CFO
BSc in Business and Economics (civ.ek.). Broad experience from the finance and communication industries. Founder and owner.

Mobile: +46 70-893 57 59
Email: peter@grandagency.se

SUBMISSIONS & INTAKE

At Grand Agency, we are always looking for compelling voices and strong stories; literary, commercial, or somewhere in between.  

If you believe your work would thrive with a committed and experienced agent, we welcome you to submit your work for consideration. 

 

For Authors

We represent authors writing in the Scandinavian languages, and are looking for writing across literary fiction and the commercial genres including crime, suspense, popular fiction, romance and feelgood, as well as narrative and popular non-fiction, including self-help.

We are always keen to hear from new talent, whether you are a published author or just starting out. Your submission should include your manuscript, a synopsis, and a brief presentation of you and where you hope to take your writing career.

We are not responsible for any submitted material, but we will handle your work with care and discretion. Your submission is treated confidentially.

Please note that we do not accept postal submissions.

intakebook@grandagency.se

 

For Screenwriters

We represent Scandinavian screenwriters writing in the Scandinavian languages and in English. Please send us a presentation of yourself and your previous work, a film/TV CV if available. If you have material to present; pitches, synopses etc, please feel free to include this as well.

We are not responsible for any submitted material, but we will handle your work with care and discretion. Your submission is treated confidentially.

Please note that we do not accept postal submissions.

intakefilm@grandagency.se

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