(b. 1953) has garnered widespread recognition for her diverse body of work, which includes novels, poetry books, short stories, and biographies. Her books have been translated into several languages, extending her influence beyond Iceland.

Grimsdottir has won numerous awards for her writing, notably the Icelandic Literary Prize, which she received in 1994 for Grandavegur Road 7.  She has been nominated for this prestigious prize multiple times. Her novel Cold Light has been adapted into a major motion picture, and her works have also found their way onto the stage, showcasing her versatility and the broad appeal of her storytelling.

Vigdis’s novels include:

• The Adventure (2023)
• Z: Love Story (1996)
• Grandavegur Road 7 (1994)
• The Girl in the Woods (1992)
• My Name is Isbjorg, I am a Leo (1989)
• Cold Light (1987)