Erik Fosnes Hansen (born 6 June 1965) is a Norwegian writer.

Hansen was born in New York and made his debut at age twenty with the novel Falketårnet.

A sequel to Beretninger om beskyttelse (Tales of Protection) has been announced but is not yet completed.

He has also published poetry and is a frequent contributor to contemporary public cultural discussions.

Hansen gained attention in the Norwegian press after throwing a piece of paper at a representative of the Progress Party during a heated debate on the radio station NRK P2.