CHILDREN’S BOOKS FALL 2025
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F i c t i o n – 4+
Ze spelen met wc-papier of hangen in gordijnen.
Verstoppen zich onder het bed om uren te verdwijnen.
Ze stelen van het aanrecht.
Jan Paul Schutten and Fiep Westendorp Springen in elke doos.
Maar wat ze ook maar uithalen,
Pim and Pom are back pranking nooit wordt iemand boos.
(Nou ja... nooit een hele poos.)
Ze ontsnappen soms naar buiten en spelen op de daken,
Stories and poems waar ze mensen in de nacht miauwend withwakker lotsmaken. of mischief!
Generations of children have grown up with
De vrouw die roept dan ‘Pim en Pom!’
and the iconic Tow-Truck Pluck. Even today,
Fiep Westendorp’s illustrations. She’s the artist behind Jip and Janneke, the cats Pim and Pom
Experience new funny adventures with the mischievous cats Pim enand haalt ze snel naar binnen.
Deon poesjes kruipen in hun and Pom, based the 1982 drawings bymand Fiep Westendorp. Just like in en gaan heerlijk liggen spinnen.
the stories from back then, Pim and Pom get up to all sorts of mischief in and aroundJe their house. snapt het vast en zeker al:
her illustrations remain a delight for young and old alike. www.fiepwestendorp.nl
met die twee wordt het nooit saai.
Jan Paul Schutten has been a children’s book
• New adventures with the world-famous
author for over fifteen years. His books have
Dus geef ze maar een knuffel, een kusje en een aai!
been awarded several Gouden Griffel awards, the
illustrations by Fiep Westendorp 5
• Written by award-winning children’s author and animal lover Jan Paul Schutten
most important prize for children’s books in the Netherlands. Text: Jan Paul Schutten Illustrations: Fiep Westendorp Hardcover, illustrations, 15 x 20 cm, 112 pages, June 2025
B o a r d B o o k – 2+
Willemien van Spriet and Aniek Bartels
Nature Friends Board Book filles with happy illustrations and playful texts Do you know these nature friends? These imagine creatures live around you. Maybe you can even meet them in real life! With this book, you can discover them together.
Anniek Bartels is an illustrator and designer. She designs positive children’s brands, lifestyle products and children’s books. Aniek loves to make a difference in the emotional development of children with her happy illustrations. She is also raising awareness for sustainability. Other book from Aniek are Boris Bat, A Little One and
• Unique collaboration between a nature expert and an illustrator
The Blissies. Willemien van Spriet promotes enjoying nature with children. She gives inspirational tips and
• A book that makes everybody happy
makes unique boxes filled with outdoor activities, which invite you to enjoy nature near your home. Hispriet.com
Text: Willemien van Spriet Illustrations: Aniek Bartels Board Book, illustrations, 18 x 18 cm 28 pages, October 2025
AdDer
Sss, glijdend door de bosjes is ze aan haar tocht begonnen. Om haar koude lijf te warmen gaat ze lekker zonnen!
BoOmkiKker Wat zit die luide kwaker daar nou in een boom te doen? Deze stoere groene kikker is klim- én springkampioen.
F i c t i o n – 4+
Meikeminne Clinckspoor, Tijs van Marle and Marlies van der Wel
The Little Elephant in the Forest A cheerful picture book about a little elephant who is just a bit different...
Meikeminne Clinckspoor is a Flemish director and screenwriter. In her films, Meikeminne loves to see the world through the eyes of a child. Tijs van Marle is a Dutch screenwriter known for
Nim is a special little elephant. She is a little funnier, mischievous
his work in film and television. In 2021, he made
and curious than the other elephants. During a walk, Nim breaks all
his debut as a children’s book author.
the rules and lets go of her mummy’s tail. Mummy is proud of her headstrong little Nim because her curiosity makes her so special.
Marlies van der Wel is a Dutch animator and
The Little Elephant in the Forest is a playful picture book about the power
illustrator. Her short films have been praised at
of being different.
prestigious international film festivals such as Berlinale and Sundance.
• A cheerful picture book about being curious and following your own path
Text: Meikeminne Clinckspoor & Tijs van Marle Illustrations: Marlies van der Wel Hardcover, illustrations, 24 x 24 cm, 32 pages, June 2025
• The accompanying family film of the same name has been well received
Dus zei mama: ‘Hou mijn staartje stevig vast, Nimmetje Nim. Dan lopen we samen door het grote bos.’ Van je flap-flap-flap, van je stamp-stamp-stamp Er was eens een heel bijzonder olifantje.
en van je tettere-tettere-tet.
Ze heette Nimmetje Nim en ze was net wat anders dan alle andere olifanten. En ook al had Nimmetje Nim gewoon twee grote oren die konden flapperen van je flap-flap-flap, vier poten die konden stampen van je stamp-stamp-stamp, een slurf die kon tetteren van je tettere-tettere-tet, toch was ze net een beetje anders.
Nimmetje Nim hoorde haar niet. Ze fladderde mee met de kolibrie. Van je fladder-de-flad, van je fluiter-de-fluit en van je zoemer-de-zoem. Naar de mooiste plekjes van het bos. Waar ze nooit eerder was geweest.
n o n - F i c t i o n – 6+
Yummy, ice cream
BAM!
Various authors and illustrators
BAM!
Searching for dino’s
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The freshest early-reader series with funny facts
AN READ
‘Curious children will love this cool series. Highly recommended for children who have had about one year of reading instruction.’ – Children’s Book Show
If you read about what really interests you, you’ll be reading before you know it. That is why there are now playful non-fiction books for
‘Children [are] challenged to sometimes step
beginner readers from the age of six. They are about your favourite
beyond their limits.’
animals: cats (or are they chickens?) and dinosaurs. Or about your
– Libris Children’s Book of the Month
favourite topics: ice cream and how to become a pro at football.
• From age six • Easy-to-read lettering and generous page layouts • Fun facts to stimulate reading Various authors and illustrators. Hardcover, colour illustrations, 15 x 20 cm, 32 pages.
New format! Een ster Ben je gek op voetbal?
Dit boek begint met een raadsel.
Wil je een echte prof worden?
Daar komt het:
Is dat je grote droom? Lees dan dit boek.
Op de lijnen mist een woord.
Dan ken je het verhaal van Xavi ( ZEG JE ALS tsjaa-bie),
Het heeft drie letters.
Esmee, Noa en Bart.
Het is koud.
En weet je veel over de sterren van Oranje.
En heel erg lekker.
Ook leer je hoe je zelf een goede speler kunt worden.
Rara, welk woord is dat?
Het woord ijs
A cat is no chicken
moet op de lijnen. Kijk maar: Waterijs Schepijs Roomijs Had je dat? Wat goed! Neem maar een lik.
That’s how you become a pro
Misschien word je later ook een echte ster. Een ster die voetbalt bij Oranje. Dan ben je beroemd over de hele wereld.
Ac t i v i t y b o o k – 8+
Sterrin Smalbrugge and Lonneke Grimbergen
Sterrin’s Animal Activity Book The ultimate activity book for animal lovers
Ecologist, reptile expert, writer and presenter Sterrin Smalbrugge has written several books for children and adults. She has
Do you know what a wombat’s poo looks like? Or what superpowers
a wildly popular podcast, her own programme
axolotls have, or how to build a beautiful insect hotel? In this well-filled
about reptiles and is an ambassador for National
activity book, you will travel through the tree of life with ecologist and
Geographic Junior. She is also a member of Dr Jane
presenter Sterrin Smalbrugge.
Goodall’s Circle of Hope.
Full of puzzles, assignments, fun facts and stories for young animal
Lonneke Grimbergen mainly draws animals and
lovers.
plants. Her mission is to improve cooperation with nature and raise animal awareness.
• Discover the most unusual and fun animals, not only far away but also in your own neighbourhood!
Text: Sterrin Smalbrugge Illustrations: Lonneke Grimbergen Paperback, illustrations, 21 x 29,7 cm, 80 pages, October 2025
• With beautiful, lifelike animal illustrations by Lonneke Grimbergen
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F i c t i o n – 10+
Eveline Baar and Karin van der Vegt
Circus at Sea Rein knijpt in mijn schouder. Hij, mama en ik maken onze afsprong en gaan achter Grote Oma staan. Ook papa is erbij. Alle artiesten van het circus samen, vormen een haag achter haar. Dan doet Grote Oma een stap naar achteren en komt tussen ons in staan. Haar schaduw verbreedt zich naar ons allemaal en het applaus blijft maar In 1934, Circus Sarrasani crossed the ocean with all its animals and komen. gaat mijn hand naar in hetEurope. olifantje om mijn performers to escape advancingWeer National Socialism Eveline nek. Acrobaat of illusionist. Circusdirecteur of zelfs Baar’s grandfather was on board as a journalist. Now, in 2025, she has iets heel anders. Met Mandy in het kuiltje van mijn hals kan het allemaal. De fictional kleine olifant zal me er written a compelling story about it, ik centred on the lives of tenelke dag aan herinneren dat het werk van meneer Saryear-olds Jula and Lot. rasani en Grote Oma doorgaat bij mij. Want waar ter wereld ik ook ben, ook ik kan altijd een slurf zijn en een tent.
A glimpse into yesterday and today’s circus world
Eveline Baar made her debut in 2024 with De Gouden IJscoupe (The Golden Ice Cream Cup). In Circus at sea, she once again tells a contemporary story rooted in history. Illustrator Karin van der Vegt creates work for major clients such as the Dutch railways, libraries and tourist information offices. Her detailed maps and illustrations transport readers to new places.
• Fictional and also true
• Compelling story about a circus that crosses the ocean with all its animals
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• With detailed maps of cities at home and abroad
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Text: Eveline Baar Illustrations: Karin van der Vegt Hardcover, illustrations, 13,5 x 21,5 cm, 208 pages, October 2025
F i c t i o n – 1 1+
Marlene Rebel and Lucinda Vos
Flos and the Glass Palace A winter story in the spirit of Charles Dickens, set in Amsterdam When Flos’s mother starts working as an actress in the legendary Paleis voor Volksvlijt (Palace of Industry) in the winter of 1914, Flos moves to Amsterdam. Once there, his mother works long hours and Flos feels lonely. On Christmas Eve, sitting in the empty theatre, he suddenly notices the
Marlene Rebel and Lucinda Vos have been collaborating as writers and nominated for various awards. “Rebel & Vos are tremendous at this: telling a fascinating story based on historical facts appealing to a wide audience.” – Kirsten (De Kinderboekwinkel, Amsterdam)
owner of the palace, who was presumed dead. The man invites him to watch a play and decide afterwards whether he wants to take over his role or remain a spectator...
• A fairy-tale story about the legendary Paleis voor Volksvlijt in Amsterdam, which was almost completely destroyed by fire in 1929 • Based on historical facts
Text: Marlene Rebel & Lucinda Vos Illustrations: Sophie Pluim Hardcover, illustrations, 13,5 x 21 cm, 224 pages, November 2025
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Leon Römer
Leon Römer’s kawaii world Learn to draw super cutely
Super cute unicorns, grumpy toasters and cuddly cakes: Leon Römer’s
Leon Römer is an international successful author,
drawing and colouring books appeal to fans of all ages who love cute
English edition will be published by Quarto and
and kawaii. Whether you want to learn to draw step by step, colour in
German editions will be published by EMJ Verlag.
cosy pictures or stick stickers, you can do it all in this kawaii world!
• Over 50,000 drawing books sold in the Netherlands • Translation rights sold to the US and Germany • Learn to draw, relax by colouring or sticking reusable stickers 40 colouring pages of cosy animal houses
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LRG24121670+FA10025001
Schattig tekenen doe je zo! deel 1 & 2 Paperbacks with fold-outs, illustrations, 21 x 27,9 cm, 96 pages
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Vies tekenen doe je zo! Paperback with fold-outs, illustrations, 21 x 21 cm, 96 pages Schattig kleuren Paperback, illustrations, 21 x 27,9 cm, 50 pages Schattig stickeren Paperback, illustrations, 21 x 29,7 cm, 24 pages Cozy kleuren Dierenhuisjes & Nederland Paperbacks, illustrations, 21 x 21 cm, 80 pages
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Tear-out colouring pages with sticker sheet
Decorate different rooms with 500 reusable stickers
40 colouring pages of typical Dutch scenes
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Francine Oomen
How do I survive everything that goes differently than expected? Francine Oomen is one of the most famous
The sequel to the 2023 best-selling original Hoe Overleef Ik Dutch book You hope for something, you plan something, you expect something, but what do you do when everything goes differently than expected? Rosa lives with her friends in the Secret Garden, their self-created
children’s book authors in the Netherlands. Her big breakthrough came with the How to survive... series, which won her numerous awards. In 2023, the bestseller How to survive everything I don’t tell anyone? was published. It is the first part of a series for young adults.
paradise in Portugal. Unfortunately, it’s illegal... And there is another big challenge for the group of friends: love. This book is about dreams, friendship, love, and seeing through and breaking patterns.
• For young adults and all fans of How to survive • More than 165,000 copies sold of How to survive
everything I don’t tell anyone?
Text: Francine Oomen Hardcover, 13,5 x 21 cm, 320 pages, August 2025