| jobwillems.nl | Job Willems | Job Willems is a Recruiter who has been a digital nomad since 2019 and travels extensively. He writes columns that combine current events with humor and absurdity. The website contains examples of his columns, such as stories about traveling to Fiji and driving a tractor to The Hague. | Lifestyle → Travel 42912 | recruiter 192 humor 353 column 543 tractor 789 travel 7210 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| decorrespondent.nl | The Correspondent | The website and app offer a wide range of stories, essays, analyses, and documentaries focused on complex themes and events. The Correspondent promotes full editorial independence and an ad-free platform, ensuring a focus on quality journalism. The organization utilizes mission-driven journalism to inform and encourage reflection among readers on the world around them. | Media → News & Journalism 10827 | editorial 162 journalism 632 topic 1238 app 4595 story 8285 | |
| dagelijksestandaard.nl | The Daily Standard | The newspaper covers a broad range of topics, including politics, domestic affairs, foreign affairs, economics, and terrorism. Recent articles include reports on Geert Wilders, Maarten van der Weijden, Russian hacking attempts, asylum policies, and the situation in Gaza. Various opinion pieces are also presented, offering diverse perspectives on current events, including the war in Ukraine and issues surrounding transgender sports. | | terrorism 10 opinion 417 politics 1259 sport 4228 news 15293 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| meervrijheid.nl | MeerVrijheid | The website addresses various themes, including criticism of the coronavirus policy, accusations of a 'coronadictatorship,' and the impact of vaccinations on moral values. Various critical analyses are presented, such as those concerning the basic income, the influence of the government, and the alleged stagnation of the West. The site contains columns and discussions on diverse topics, including discrimination, immigration, and the role of conspiracy theories. | Politics → Social Policy 12 | discrimination 116 coronavirus 191 vaccination 494 column 543 government 827 freedom 848 | |
| deanderekrant.nl | The Andere Krant | The website offers various content categories, including news, columns, videos, and publications. Readers can subscribe and follow the newsletter to stay informed about the latest news and actions. The newspaper covers a wide range of topics, including politics, health, economics, environmental issues, and international events. | Politics & Governance → Politics 18 | column 543 publication 2018 subscription 3287 newsletter 6504 news 15293 | |
| rosatimmer.nl | Rosa Timmer | Rosa Timmer has been writing columns for various newspapers for over 17 years, including previously for the Dagblad van het Noorden, the magazine of the Groninger Museum, and the University Newspaper. The website contains a collection of her previously published columns. Rosa Timmer© All Rights Reserved | Collaboration & Networking → Networking 1225 | newspaper 396 writer 525 column 543 university 593 instagram 1216 museum 2002 | |
| renskekruitbosch.nl | Renske Kruitbosch | Renske Kruitbosch is a cabaretier, writer, and columnist whose motto is that humor can save everything. She has been a columnist for various media outlets for years, including the Algemeen Dagblad, the Stentor, and Stedendriehoek. The website provides information about her upcoming theater shows, 'Neem de Tijd', and the dates of performances in various theaters in the Netherlands. | Theater → Cabaret 358 | theater show 38 cabaret 222 column 543 agenda 4374 | Loon op Zand → Kaatsheuvel 688 |
| janmarijnissen.nl | Jan Marijnissen | The weblog contains columns and opinion pieces by Jan Marijnissen on a wide range of topics, including politics, society, and philosophy. Jan Marijnissen has held conversations with seventeen well-known Dutch people, sharing their insights and expertise on topics such as education, neoliberalism, and free will. The website also offers an archive of articles and an overview of speeches, as well as information about Jan Marijnissen’s biography, work, and travels. | Training → Communication Skills 172 | speech 532 column 543 conversation 1828 theme 4015 article 6000 | |
| benzakour.nl | MOHAMMED BENZAKOUR | The website describes the various books written by Mohammed Benzakour, including 'The Giant of the Rif', 'The Eyes of Fadil', 'Ten on a Donkey' and 'Yemma'. The website mentions Benzakour's sociological and opinion-making aspects, particularly focusing on climate and culture. The website provides a biography of Benzakour, describing him as a ‘the only Revian of Moroccan origin’ and an independent opinion maker. | Literature → Dutch Literature 292 | proverb 27 writer 525 culture 3922 article 6000 story 8285 book 11396 | |
| mkatan.nl | Martijn Katan | Professor Martijn Katan regularly publishes columns and articles on nutrition issues. The website contains a selection of his publications, including columns from the NRC, Volkskrant, and NRC science section. Katan addresses topics such as obesity, the associated health risks, and possible approaches, as well as the role of vitamins in health. | Personal → Personal Stories 1027 | obesity 67 vitamin 469 column 543 radio 1200 nutrition 4935 article 6000 | |
| nederlands.nl | Nederlands.nl | The website provides an overview of stories, columns, heartaches, and assertions. Various categories of content are available, including daily columns, top-3 columns, top-3 stories and top-10 heartaches. Visitors can log in, view vacancies, and rate the submissions of others. | Literature → Stories 258 | submission 113 column 543 story 8285 | |
| bramtankink.nl | Bram Tankink | Bram Tankink was born in 1978 in Haaksbergen and currently resides in Rekem (B). The website includes news articles and columns written by Bram, including a report on the passing of Arno Wallaard. A guestbook is available for visitors to leave comments and reactions. | Theater → Cabaret 358 | guestbook 338 column 543 news 15293 | Overijssel → Haaksbergen 887 |
| thomese.nl | Thomese | The website publishes articles about the maintenance of machines for long-term and safe use. It discusses articles on interior design, such as creating a spa atmosphere in a small bathroom and the difference between warm and cool interior styles. Thomese also covers news and updates from the Twello region, and discusses topics such as funeral care, hair extensions, and the benefits of a béton ciré floor. | Personal Blog → Life 381 Stories → Travel Blogs 1016 | funeral 2477 hair 3014 machine 3727 floor 4781 interior 8093 news 15293 | |
| clarelennart.nl | Salons Affier | The book ‘Dwalen door een paradijs’ is a collection of over 200 columns written by Clare Lennart for the Utrechts Nieuwsblad between 1961 and her death, recently published in a second edition in 2023. These columns, under the title ‘Van Tijd tot Tijd’, explored reflections, insights, critical observations, and light-hearted literary journeys, frequently focusing on the Utrechtse binnenstad and the surrounding nature. The book is available for €11.00 excluding postage, and can be purchased through the email address info@salonsaffier.nl. Lilliane Waanders wrote a column about the 50th anniversary of Clare Lennart’s death. | Literature → Non-Fiction 519 | writer 525 column 543 book 11396 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| algalidi.nl | Al Galidi | Al Galidi is a versatile writer who publishes poetry, novels, short stories, and columns. The book ‘Moonlight Marshes’ is available and is promoted on this website. The book ‘White Dutch People Do That’ can be ordered via the website for €12.50 excluding shipping costs. To order ‘White Dutch People Do That’, enter your name, postal address, and email address on the order form. Click here to ORDER. | Fiction → Novel 411 | novel 440 writer 525 column 543 poem 1014 | |
| jacobinevandenhoek.nl | Jacobine van den Hoek | Jacobine van den Hoek is a columnist, author of historical fiction, and gives lectures and organizes cultural events. Her novels deal with historical events and the personal struggles of her characters, often strong women from the past, against the backdrop of historical changes. She is currently working on a novel about Marie Curie, and she writes a weekly column for the Amstelveens Nieuwsblad. | Fiction → Novel 411 | historical 80 novel 440 character 449 writer 525 column 543 lecture 1624 | North-Holland → Amstelveen 3180 |
| vh-ermeloo.nl | Vereniging Historisch Ermeloo | The association was founded in 1978 and strives to promote the history of Ermelo through lectures, exhibitions, excursions, historical research, and the sharing of digital historical materials. The VHE possesses a significant collection of visual materials, photos, documentation, and objects, and manages a growing library dedicated to preserving the memory of Ermelo. The association is located in De Fabriek, Hamburgerweg 189 in Ermelo, and offers various information to members and visitors, including news, an agenda, image banks, and a members’ magazine. | Institutions → Libraries 402 | library 988 history 7286 collection 7566 association 8562 research 8967 | Gelderland → Ermelo 1207 |
| froukaliceweijs.nl | Frouk Alice Weijs | The site contains a list of various columns written by Frouk Alice Weijs, with publication dates. Some columns cover topics such as recipes, retirement, and personal experiences. The website is owned by Frouk Alice Weijs and was established in 2020. | Websites → Personal Sites 10 | column 543 publication 2018 recipe 5142 story 8285 | |
| ebruumar.nl | Ebru Umar | The website regularly publishes columns by Ebru Umar, covering a variety of topics including politics, social issues, and personal reflections. A newsletter is available for subscribers, keeping visitors updated on new column publications. The website also offers opportunities to support Ebru via BackMe.org and assumes a public that values her work and is willing to support it. | Media & Communication → Commentary 12 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | columnist 38 column 543 politics 1259 social media 3342 newsletter 6504 | |
| rosannehertzberger.nl | Stichting crispatus | Rosanne Hertzberger is active in politics as a Member of the Dutch Parliament for Nieuw Sociaal Contract, where she deals with topics such as nitrogen, higher education, science, and medical-ethical issues. She writes a weekly column for NRC Handelsblad and leads a podcast called Hertzbergers inbox. Hertzerberger is involved in Stichting crispatus, which is developing a vaginal probiotic and previously researched the metabolism of vaginal lactic acid bacteria at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. | National Politics → Politicians 31 Biology → Microbiology 69 | microbiology 31 politics 1259 writing 1504 podcast 3328 research 8967 | South-Holland → Delft 5309 |
| pinkbullets.nl | pinkbullets.nl | One article discusses a proposed law in the United States that would award $2000 to students who report a transgender person using a school restroom. Another article describes a photo of a man dancing joyfully and then being ridiculed, which deeply affects the author. The site covers topics such as serendipity, fear of the unknown, and the stigmatization of mental health disorders. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 News & Journalism → Commentary 29 | bill 163 psychology 777 perspective 882 politics 1259 photo 7778 | |
| keesbroer.nl | Kees Broer | The website includes columns and personal reflections (my life) by Kees Broer. It focuses on critical analyses of political events, particularly around Israel and Palestine, and the role of organizations such as Samidoun, Hamas, and the Palestine Committee. Recent articles cover increasing violent protests against Israel, including damage and disrupted council meetings. | International Cooperation Projects → International Relations 465 Politics & Government → International Politics 199 | protest 29 palestine 34 israel 150 politics 1259 | Friesland → Leeuwarden 6068 |
| toineheijmans.nl | Toine Heijmans | The novel ‘Oxygen Debt’ tells the story of two climbing friends who determine their fate in the high mountains and navigate radical choices. The column ‘With My Father Is Nothing Wrong’ is based on the widely read columns about a father and his new friend, Dr. Alzheimer, now in book form. Toine Heijmans is a versatile writer who addresses topics such as dementia, mountain climbing, and migration, and has received awards for his work, including the Prix Médicis Etranger. | Fiction → Novel 411 | novel 440 column 543 dementia 674 sea 782 | |
| jaapspaans.nl | Jaap Spaans | The website provides access to articles, books, and photos, including the free booklet 'Twelve Short Meditations V110625'. Jaap Spaans, the author, focuses on personal experiences and societal engagement, with a focus on topics such as genetics, care, the digital society, and ethics. The website contains links to recent news, videos, and presentations of books related to themes such as law enforcement, global issues, and historical events. | International Cooperation Projects → International Relations 465 | booklet 182 topic 1238 article 6000 photo 7778 book 11396 | |
| estherporcelijn.nl | N.V. | Esther Porcelijn offers voice-over services for various media, including corporate films, commercials, and e-learning materials. She possesses a professional home studio. She is a regular columnist for the NIW magazine, writing about the small and large peculiarities of contemporary times, and has published poetry in various publications. In addition to her writing, Esther gives presentations and writes essays on philosophical themes, particularly concerning misinformation and the zeitgeist, and provides advice in this field from her role in a think tank. | Knowledge → Media 46963 | essay 155 voice-over 371 column 543 | |
| gijsvanhesteren.nl | Brabander in Friesland | The text describes a story about a vessel with inexplicable noises and retracting skin, suggesting that unforeseen factors may be playing a role in the calculations. Another story introduces the ‘Laws of Robotics’ by Isaac Asimov, crucial behavioral rules for robotics from the 1960s, and places it in the context of the early period of robotics. A third story explores the experiences of a first year in charter sailing, with details about the Icarus, Cees Lagemaat, and the voyage in the mist around Harlingen and Kornwerderzand. | Water Sports → Sailing 1501 | mist 16 vessel 262 robotics 281 sail 965 library 988 story 8285 | Southwest-Friesland → Kornwerderzand 15 |
| evelinekarman.nl | Reporters Online | The website offers a selection of articles written by Eveline Karman, ranging from journalistic reports to personal stories and columns. There is a section with short stories, and a message page with articles on various topics. Visitors have the opportunity to make donations to support Eveline Karman’s work and help maintain independent journalism. | Media → News & Journalism 10827 | short story 25 column 543 donation 5110 article 6000 | |
| arthureaton.nl | Arthur Eaton | Arthur Eaton is an academic philosopher, psychologist, and writer currently training as a psychoanalyst and residing and working in Amsterdam. He offers psychoanalysis and coaching sessions, in both English and Dutch. Arthur also writes regularly for various publications, including de Groene Amsterdammer and NRC, and he writes the column ‘de analyticus’ for the Groene. | Counseling & Therapy → Psychoanalysis 51 | psychoanalysis 60 writer 525 column 543 coach 25810 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| catherine.nl | Catherine Keyl | Catherine Keyl regularly writes columns sharing her personal observations and opinions. The columns cover topics such as relationships at work, cultural experiences (such as a visit to Iran and New York), and social events. Part of the website contains previous columns, organized chronologically. | Media & Communication → Commentary 12 | columnist 38 dress 405 column 543 relationship 4205 photo 7778 | |
| ekemannink.nl | Eke Mannink | The text displays a skeptical attitude toward the internet and social media, with the author pointing out the obsolescence of websites and the need for an online platform for a serious presentation. The author describes his experiences with Twitter (X), where he reads critical opinions about the polarizing and hurtful nature of the messages shared there. The author acknowledges Facebook (also known as the ‘Feastbook’) as a convenient storage space for his columns, although he criticizes the constant questions and the ‘scrolling’ aspect as being unproductive. | Social → Social Media 2080 | twitter 76 facebook 850 | |
| hansschoevers.nl | Hans Schoevers | The website features columns written by Hans Schoevers, often providing humorous reflections on the past. Poetry is also available on the site, frequently with a creative or unconventional style. In addition to the columns and poetry, recorded music is also provided. | Social Sciences → Genealogy & Family History 1403 | column 543 poetry 665 music 13170 | |
| deventervoetbal.nl | Deventer Voetbal | The website offers a complete overview of amateur football in Deventer and the surrounding area, including the names of various clubs. The website reports on recent developments, such as the competitive division for the 2025/2026 season and the introduction of new authors. The website also contains sections such as columns, audio/video/photo, quizzes, and information about players and coaches. | Football → Amateur Football 757 | columnist 38 football 1347 club 4225 news 15293 event 45199 | Lochem → Gorssel 283 |
| johancahuzak.nl | Johan Cahuzak Theater | After 45 years, Johan Cahuzak officially ceased activities on the website on August 1, 2023, despite remaining available to answer questions. Since 1990, he has traveled throughout the Netherlands with his programs and achieved his first cross in 1997 after the Alternative Elfstedentocht in Austria. In addition to his theater work, he was a part-time teacher and a volunteer mill operator, and wrote a weekly column for regional newspapers. The website also includes a scrapbook with correspondence with Maarten 't Hart. | Lifestyle → Travel 42912 | column 543 theater 2544 subsidy 2649 | |
| aukeflorian.nl | Auke-Florian Hiemstra | Auke-Florian Hiemstra is pursuing a doctorate at Naturalis in Leiden, researching the use of plastic by animals in the Anthropocene. He shares his research and insights on climate change, species extinction, and the plastic problem through columns, a children's book, performances, and radio/television. He has ten years of experience as a columnist and debuted with a children's book titled ‘Perronparrots & cricket criminals, on safari in the city!’ (Ploegsma). | Nature → Zoology 180 | children's book 54 column 543 plastic 1232 medium 1293 research 8967 | |
| mariekehenselmans.nl | Marieke Henselmans | Marieke Henselmans is an author and journalist who has been writing about financial matters for years and is praised for her writing style and expertise. Her work includes a dozen books, including titles on reducing consumption, saving, debt repayment, and an outlook on retirement. Together with Peter van der Vorst, she presented the TV program ‘No Money to Make,’ which attracted a large audience. Currently, she is also active as a publisher through Uitgeverij Meer dan Genoeg. | News & Journalism → Journalists 189 | commerce 39 retirement 406 lecture 1624 finance 5341 book 11396 | |
| wijkkrantzuid.nl | ZUID! | The website publishes regular editions of the ZUID! newsletter, including news articles, event calendars and columns. The newsletter features articles about local events, such as bridge clubs, concerts, gardens and open days. ZUID! also provides information about political developments, local associations and cultural activities in the Amsterdam-Zuidoost neighborhood. | Card Games → Bridge 186 | bridgeclub 30 column 543 newsletter 6504 event 45199 | Ouder-Amstel → Ouderkerk aan de Amstel 410 |
| preekvandeleek.nl | Preek van de Leek | The ‘Preek van de Leek’ project originated from the observation that columnists and other opinion leaders fulfill a similar role to preachers, and the question of what would happen if these people took on the form of a church service. The experiment, with participants such as Bas Heijne and Jeroen Dijsselbloem, was a success and drew thousands of visitors, interpreting biblical stories with modern music and poetry. After five years, the project was completed, and the site now functions as an archive with the sermons, with repetitions in various towns and cities, including Stellenbosch in South Africa. | Religion → Protestant Traditions 13 | sermon 113 experiment 229 | Utrecht → Wijk bij Duurstede 857 |
| carrie.nl | Carrie Jansen Advocaten | Carrie Jansen is a lawyer and social lawyer based in Rietbergen and partners. She had her own law practice from 2010 to 2021. Since 2009, she is a Master of Law and currently works at Fier!, where she focuses on young women and girls who have experienced violence. She regularly writes columns for the AD-RD, the Huurwijzer, and Inside Rotterdam and received the ‘Lof der Zotheidsspeld’ (Lace of Vanity) from the Erasmus Committee in 2017. | Law → Legal Profession 139 | column 543 writing 1504 | Zundert → Wernhout 77 |
| corverkade.nl | Cor Verkade | The website contains publications of Cor Verkade in various media, including columns, interviews, and publications. Cor Verkade regularly writes for the Reformatorische Omroep and Family7 as a political commentator. The website provides access to various publications on topics such as faith, church, politics, Israel, and the retail sector, with publication dates. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | israel 150 column 543 faith 1093 politics 1259 interview 1371 publication 2018 | |
| daltonvisie.nl | DaltonVisie | The article 'The formation of a Dalton lyceum' describes the rise of Dalton lyceums, such as the Dalton lyceum in Hoofddorp, and the efforts to establish them. A column by Els Meijknecht explores the impact of freedom and trust on students, while an interview with Filip Lietar of Daltonschool De Kleine Icarus in Ghent illustrates the practical application of Dalton education. The website emphasizes the benefits of outdoor learning, particularly improved learning performance in various subjects, and explores the concept of Dalton education as a professional identity for teachers, including the use of technology in the learning process. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | dalton 36 reflection 793 tablet 998 teacher 2890 student 7623 | Haarlemmermeer → Hoofddorp 2739 |
| raymondclement.nl | Firma Lampo | Raymond Clement is a cabaret artist and theater professional with a long career in the Streektheater of Heerlen. He has collaborated with various colleagues, including Ivo Rosbeek and the Lotgenoten, on productions such as WATT?, Zebra and Firma Lampo. The website offers an agenda of upcoming performances and events, including New Year’s Eve conferences, theater productions and a special demonstration of the ‘Dies Natalis Narren Universiteit Limburg’. | Theater → Cabaret 358 | cabaret 222 column 543 theater 2544 production 4582 performance 7586 | Limburg → Heerlen 2755 |
| irenedebel.nl | Irene de Bel | Irene de Bel is a journalist and columnist who publishes articles and columns on various topics. The website contains an overview of recent publications, including columns on themes such as ADHD, inheritance tax, social media, and the housing market. Furthermore, the website provides information about events, such as the Innovation Summit and events on mansplaining. | Media → News & Journalism 10827 | columnist 38 adhd 354 column 543 article 6000 event 45199 | |
| marloesijpelaar.nl | Marloes IJpelaar | The website portfolio includes information about her debut film ‘Motherfocking Art’ and critical responses to it. The website describes her work as a sparkling chronicle of contemporary feminism and her involvement in the ‘Lesbos’ project, which conveys a message of self-love and feminism. References are made to her writing for De Limburger and her contributions to cultural initiatives, such as the ‘Rubens Meisjes’ and ‘Blue Balls Club’. | Theater → Theater Groups 673 | feminism 26 theater group 223 writing 1504 film 3007 reviews 3172 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| markdoorn.nl | DaPonte Communications | Mark Doorn writes articles on current topics and produces podcasts. He is a creative copywriter and columnist who tells stories with a humorous undertone. The website provides access to his columns, publications, and podcasts, and includes a forum and reviews. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | column 543 writing 1504 podcast 3328 article 6000 story 8285 | |
| michaelvanderburg.nl | michaelvanderburg.nl | The blog contains articles about Dutch politics, often with a critical perspective, including discussions about the PVV, the Dutch government, and the situation surrounding the LHBTI+ community. There are also articles about international political and cultural events, such as the Eurovision Song Contest and the NATO. The articles cover topics such as violence against LHBTI+ people, political polarization, and the need for improved governance in the Netherlands. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | eurovision 15 pvv 29 politics 1259 netherlands 1376 article 6000 | |
| tanteboek.nl | Tanteboek.nl | The website offers a selection of news articles and popular articles about writing. New articles are presented by the editorial team. The website also contains an archive of workshops and information on sustainable food and healthy living. | | editorial 162 writing 1504 news 15293 sustainability 18451 | |
| ballonnendoorprikker.nl | The Ballonnendoorprikker | The site presents short, provocative columns criticizing dubious arguments, speculative language, and weak positions. An article discusses Minister David van Weel’s proposal regarding the criminal prosecution of glorifying terrorism and providing support to terrorist organizations, and the internet consultation procedure preceding legislation. The proposal amends the Criminal Code and criminalizes glorifying terrorism or supporting terrorist organizations, with a maximum prison sentence of three years. | Government & Administration → Legislation 432 | terrorism 10 argument 44 proposal 159 column 543 | |
| dionvanmeel.nl | Dion van Meel | Dion van Meel (born April 30, 1984) graduated as a Dutch teacher in 2012 and writes in addition to his work at a secondary school. He has published over the years for various media outlets, including De Kelderklasse, Taalvoutjes, Brabants Dagblad, and Goal. In November 2019, he published his first collection 'Ode aan De Kelderklasse' featuring a selection of columns about the romance and nostalgia of amateur football. | Football → Amateur Football 757 | column 543 football 1347 writing 1504 book 11396 education 13471 | |
| deblauwediender.nl | Jacques Smeets | Jacques Smeets describes his experiences from his career as a police officer and the growing need to document them in various literary forms. The site includes a selection of his publications, including short stories, poetry, columns, and an interview with Wilbert Smeets. A specific example is a detailed story about an encounter with a wolf spider, with an interview transcript. | Literature → Prose 98 | writer 525 column 543 poetry 665 interview 1371 publication 2018 story 8285 | |
| daphnevanbreemen.nl | Daphne van Breemen | Daphne van Breemen discontinued a blog and returned to full-time writing and storytelling. She rediscovered her typewriter, which her grandmother gave her, and celebrated a visit to her ‘Aladdinkamer’ – a personal space. She wrote a poem at the request of someone and shares experiences from her life and work, including her work in marketing and PR. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | journalism 632 poem 1014 writing 1504 story 8285 blog 13392 | |
| buro-inhrlem.nl | buro-inhrlem | The website describes a football match between Uden and Ranje, mentioning confusing officiating and stray balls. Comments from colleagues such as 'colleague thuisfluiters' (home flute), 'Brabo', 'Halter', 'Billy the Clown', and 'Roadrunner Ronnie' are included. The website also contains weather forecasts and mentions balloon decorations by Billy the Clown. | Sports Activities → Football 4144 | commentary 23 columnist 38 balloon 554 weather 817 match 3471 | Maashorst → Uden 1540 |
| nicovanduijn.nl | Nico Van Duijn | The website offers columns on diverse subjects, including medicine, headaches, pain, politics, and letters to babies. A significant portion of the website consists of an archive of previously published columns, dating back to January 2002. Additionally, there is a specific section dedicated to water words and a glossary, with a focus on the variation in word usage for water and related concepts in the Dutch language. | Linguistics → Etymology 11 | column 543 archive 2067 water 2501 | |
| veenberichten.nl | Willem Haandrikman | The website contains a series of columns and reflections, including 'Unhealable Drenthe', 'All Souls Day', and 'Little Star', dating from 2018 to 2025. The columns address themes such as happiness, grief, religion, and personal reflections on life and death, often referencing events and people from the author’s life. The column 'Unhealable Drenthe' discusses the experience of living in the Netherlands compared to other regions, and was updated in 2024. | Religion → Christianity 3839 | observation 248 column 543 reflection 793 grief 1577 community 7931 | |
| annemarijebuckens.nl | Anne-Marije Buckens | Anne-Marije Buckens is a professional with experience in employment market advice, journalism and theater, specializing in supporting people aged 50 and older. Her work focuses on stimulating ambition and providing practical tips and insights to optimize career and retirement. Buckens founded a career coaching agency and has helped more than 5,000 people with their professional development. | News & Journalism → Journalists 189 | columnist 38 retirement 406 speaker 1481 career 2513 theater 2544 | |
| siemschrijft.nl | Siemschrijft | The website includes recent columns, such as 'STOEPTEGEL', 'THE WIND BETWEEN YOUR KNEES' and 'WHERE IS THE EMERGENCY EXIT'. Simone Becker was born in The Hague and grew up in Leiden. She currently lives in Driebergen with her husband Hans. A column, 'Verhaal Verkeerd' (Incorrect Story), was published in the anthology 'Footprints'. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | column 543 biography 697 writing 1504 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| femmetjedewind.nl | ABC Legal | Femmetje de Wind describes her diverse roles as a lawyer, writer, and media strategist, focusing on helping clients with telling their stories. The website provides information about various of her published works, including historical novels, a novel, essays, magazines, and an essay collection about the Holocaust. Femmetje de Wind offers legal advice and coaching through her practice at ABC Legal, specializing in media law, corporate law, and intellectual property. | Legal → Law Practice 161 News & Journalism → Journalists 189 | essay 155 novel 440 storytelling 641 medium 1293 law 1329 writing 1504 | |
| lievemarianne.nl | Evers Staat Op | The archive contains weekly summaries of the columns, dating from 2002 to 2018, including a section on the missing years. Examples of topics covered in the columns include news events, sports, entertainment, and political developments, such as gas extraction in Groningen, Kim Jong Un's speech, and various events in 2018. The columns cover a wide range of topics, including health (men's flu), culture (actor deaths), sports (Olympic Winter Games), politics, and various other social developments. | News & Journalism → Dutch Media 15 | columnist 38 column 543 topic 1238 archive 2067 news 15293 event 45199 | |
| rundervink.nl | rundervink.nl | The website features columns written by Rob Vunderink and Maaike de Rijk, focusing on describing experiences and events in Russia, often from a cynical and critical point of view. An example is a report by journalist Iris de Graaf, who describes her experiences in Moscow, including the tensions, threats, and personal challenges she faced during her correspondence. The columns often back up their arguments with concrete events and personal experiences, such as the author's expulsion and the Russian authorities’ disapproval of his critical comments. | International Cooperation Projects → International Relations 465 | columnist 38 russia 46 journalist 226 | |
| linksbek.nl | Linksbek Peter Bonder | Linksbek Peter Bonder has written more than 250 columns for newspapers such as the Twentsche Courant Tubantia and the weekly publication Kopstoot in the Roskam. Since 2002, he has also published online, collecting his columns on this website. The website provides an archive of his column writing and references to specific column sections, such as 'Zwarte KKRoss', 'Piemelsnack' and 'Bangalijst'. | Local & Regional → Local Press 30 | newspaper 396 column 543 archive 2067 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| telltalesmedia.nl | Telltales Media | Jan Kloeze debuts with the novel ‘Starfighter’, a story about a boy growing up in the 1980s who takes extreme measures to please his parents. Later in his life, Job is characterized by caution and does not dare to live fully until he joins a therapy group, where he undergoes a change and decides to take a radical action. The novel ‘Starfighter’ is described as an engaging debut by Kloeze, written in a consistent style and with compelling scenes and characters, as reviewed by Stephan Enter. | Fiction → Novel 411 | novel 440 column 543 reviews 3172 family 6462 therapy 7448 story 8285 | |
| wimbeurskens.nl | Wim Beurskens | In his forties, Wim Beurskens decided to write in order to explore the meaning of life and find personal redemption. His work is divided into personal and reflective sections, drawing inspiration from philosophers such as Teresa of Avila and Dostoevsky, and often addressing church-related issues. The website is a way to reflect on his extensive oeuvre, which includes columns, essays, speeches, and poems, and is now more accessible than ever. | Medical Care & Services → Primary Care 5699 | reflective 10 play 631 doctor 1397 writing 1504 life 2673 work 3122 | |
| tedstruwer.nl | Ted Struwer | Ted Struwer regularly publishes as a columnist for magazines such as Flair and NRC, and also uploads his illustrations to the site. He collects and presents book reviews in NRC Boeken, often in the form of literary portraits of writers. The website includes information about recent projects, such as illustrations, birth cards, and new year wishes, as well as links to his Instagram page. | Lifestyle → Travel 42912 | column 543 drawing 1101 review 1888 illustration 2447 portfolio 6854 book 11396 | |
| kerkraadsdialekt.nl | Óngerweëgs | The website offers a comprehensive collection of literary poems and poetry written in the Kerkraads dialect, titled 'Kerkraads Dialekt'. Columns are available, organized by year, covering various themes. The website also contains specific poetry collections, categorized by year, as well as other works such as songs, texts about Sinterklaas and Christmas stories. | Freelancers → Writers 609 Language → Dialects 100 | dialect 145 column 543 poem 1014 work 3122 | |
| hettydekkers.nl | Hetty Dekkers | Hetty Dekkers is an experienced journalist who writes books and regularly publishes columns on her website. A recent column describes the construction and observation of a beehive hotel in her garden, documenting the development of the bees. The website also includes an archive of previous columns and a brief description of her work. | News & Journalism → Journalists 189 | beehive 52 column 543 journalism 632 story 8285 garden 13129 | |
| franciscaflinterman.nl | Francisca Flinterman | Francisca Flinterman is the author of the novel 'A Postcard from Heaven' and runs a personal website where she shares her creations and thoughts. She creates 'heart rooms,' small miniature houses decorated with various colors and atmospheres, as a hobby that limits her cognitive load. In addition to her creative projects, she writes personal columns expressing her observations and search for meaning in life, and she has published an autobiographical novel about her upbringing in a sectarian community. | Personal → Biography 1003 | novel 440 column 543 | |
| fijnslijpen.nl | individual website | Paul Slijpen, born in 1958 and identifying as a 'RoMa' (Rotterdam-Maastricht) due to his parents' origins, has been writing and publishing since childhood, starting with a self-published short story collection in 1988. He has since contributed columns to various publications, including HaagWestnieuws, and started a monthly column on the dating site netsamen.nl in 2010 and a blog on blogspot.nl in 2012. The website provides a platform for his observations, feelings, and creative work, including stories, columns, and poetry, and features a message from a reader, Bert van den Berg, expressing appreciation for Slijpen's writing. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | observation 248 column 543 poetry 665 writing 1504 story 8285 | The Hague → Scheveningen 1625 |
| jannekedehaan.nl | Janneke de Haan | The website provides an overview of her current projects, ranging from theatrical performances like ‘Kleutermeedansvoorstelling De Melkweg’ to film projects such as ‘Pier 21: Verhalenavond’. Janneke de Haan regularly writes columns for Omrop Fryslân, titled variously such as ‘Forfun’ and ‘Column recording’. Furthermore, the website contains information about her personal interests, including the ownership and driving of a vintage Mercedes Benz 508, and her participation in events such as ‘Haring & Hummus’. | Theater → Direction 44 | mercedes benz 19 column 543 event 45199 | |
| ankaerts.nl | Ank Aerts | Ank Aerts has been publishing weekly columns and articles since 2013, originally for Limburg newspapers. The website contains access to these weekly publications, categorized as ‘Columns’, ‘Articles’, ‘Speeches’ and ‘Editorial’. An example article discusses the location of the Limburg Museum and the confusion surrounding it, with a correction that the museum is located in Maastricht, disguised as the Provincial House. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | editorial 162 speech 532 column 543 language 2016 article 6000 | Limburg → Maastricht 6008 |
| theobovens.nl | Theo Bovens | The website contains an overview of 2020 Coronavirus blogs, speeches, and a column called 'Soft Power'. Theo Bovens describes 'soft power' as a subtle yet powerful way to exert influence through trust, values, and relationships, rather than coercion or control. The text acknowledges the criticism of the 'soft' approach to politics and emphasizes Bovens' preference for dialogue, collaboration, and compromise. | Knowledge → Media 46963 | speech 532 column 543 | |
| roadmap2020.nl | Kim Castenmiller & Dirk Anton van Mulligen | The book offers a roadmap for building future-proof organizations, based on 30+ years of experience, personal stories, and expert contributions. The website includes columns from the book, written by various guest authors who delve into specific topics. From 2016 to 2022, the Saxion Parttime School offered a module based on the book, highlighting its relevance. | | column 543 topic 1238 leadership 3724 video 6714 book 11396 | |
| youponline.nl | Youp Online | The website provides an overview of his diverse oeuvre, including his shows, songs, books, CDs, and DVDs, spanning a period of fifty years. The website contains information about his career as a cabaret artist, columnist, and writer, including recent news articles and interviews. The website is initiated and maintained by Leon Brouwer, with collaboration from various individuals and photographers, including Bob Bronshoff and Judith Sijp. | Theater → Cabaret 358 | column 543 cd 574 show 1391 theater 2544 book 11396 | |
| dinicommandeur.nl | Dini Commandeur | The website contains an overview of the columns and stories that are periodically published. Dini Commandeur also occasionally writes short stories. The website includes links to other relevant websites, including a reading circle and a writers' point. | | column 543 story 8285 | |
| storytellconcepten.nl | Tinderbell | The storyteller translates the stories of clients into a lively and visual form, using empathy and a broad vocabulary. The website describes the storyteller’s experiences and findings, stemming from regular visits to diverse events and companies, which are then shared via various media. The storyteller offers services as a columnist, content creator, editor, and reporter, focused on disseminating visions and noteworthy information through print and online media. | Communication → Storytelling 297 | column 543 perspective 882 language 2016 story 8285 | |
| verhalenmeteenglimlach.nl | Martha Niessink | The website contains an archive of stories written by the author, focusing on her youth and aging, with a preference for using the dialect. Martha Niessink also shares stories from others and collects newspaper clippings, with the goal of eventually sharing her collection with a wider audience. The website offers a glimpse into the personal life of Martha Niessink, including her birthdate and family history. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | newspaper clippings 10 dialect 145 life 2673 family 6462 story 8285 | |
| treavanvliet.nl | Trea van Vliet | Trea van Vliet provides writing services for diverse purposes, such as newspaper articles, blogs, newsletters, and social media content, focusing on improving clients' texts. She offers workshops in which participants learn to write their own columns, receiving personalized feedback. Workshops can be held individually or in small groups. Van Vliet also writes family books, for example, for milestones such as a 50th wedding anniversary or the adulthood of children. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | column 543 texts 1218 writing 1504 portfolio 6854 workshop 19325 | |
| ccmaser.nl | Maser Schrijft | The website features a blog with various categories of articles, including short stories, columns, children's stories, and reflections on writing. Claudia Maser offers workshops and courses in voice acting and voice-over work, describing her experiences and thoughts about them. The website also includes a newsletter with updates and reflections, serving as a platform for her creative projects. | | writer 525 column 543 blog 13392 workshop 19325 | |
| expertbase.nl | Expertbase | The website provides information about experts such as Frank van Etten, Roy Roosen, and Marius van Zeijts, with their background and professional experience. Expertbase aims to provide in-depth knowledge and inspiration through stories about experts. The site encourages experts to contact the editorial team and share their knowledge and experience via Expertbase.nl. | News & Journalism → Diversity 23 | editorial 162 field 527 knowledge 3528 story 8285 | |
| schaerlaeckens-logbook.nl | schaerlaeckens-logbook.nl | The website contains logbooks from 2016 to 2024, including a logbook from 2025. The website describes a case where an AI tool, ChatGPT, generated columns in the style of Ad Schaerlaeckens. An analysis is provided of the characteristics of Schaerlaeckens' writing style, such as irony, short sentences, and a direct way of communication. | Outdoor Activity → Pigeon Racing 203 | ai 2181 style 2348 | |
| bengroenendijk.nl | Ben Groenendijk | Ben Groenendijk is a multi-talented artist who engages in writing, theatre, music, and cycling, creating works such as ‘Rondje Grote Nederlanders’ and ‘The boy who makes giraffes bark’. The website features his travel blogs, poetry, sonnets, columns for the AD Amersfoort newspaper, and musical performances under the name ‘Het Liedjespaar’ (The Song Pair). Ben Groenendijk offers various cycling tours with accompanying stories, primarily targeted at young readers aged 10-14, and provides information about his background and artistic pursuits. | Planning → Tours 870 | writer 525 column 543 poetry 665 cycle 1906 theater 2544 music 13170 | Rotterdam → Feijenoord 477 |
| 120woorden.nl | 120woorden.nl | One text discusses the rising costs of funerals and the potential for abuse. Another piece describes pajamas and their comfortable characteristics. A third text analyzes the coverage of the television program B&B Vol Liefde by RTL Boulevard, including the exaggeration of experts. | Entertainment → Television 1134 | television 709 society 1376 funeral 2477 clothing 9443 | |
| ardjanlangedijk.nl | Ardjan Langedijk | The article "Russia Must Defeat Itself" from 2022 analyzes the military situation and predicts that Russia will not be able to conquer Ukraine, based on the retreat from Kyiv and Kharkiv. Another opinion article, published in February 2022, identifies ten background developments of the Ukraine crisis, including the potential consequences for Putin's position in Russia. The text highlights the increasing availability of Western weapons for Ukraine and the mobilization of hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians, as well as the pessimistic views of Russian military figures about the war. | Politics & Government → International Politics 199 | russia 46 ukraine 131 war 272 field 527 conflict 1290 | |
| bekijk-het.nl | Uitgeverij AquaZZ | The website contains columns and articles by author Taster, which explore current events in an independent and humorous manner. The website offers a selection of story collections, including ‘Twarks!’, ‘Verzopen dagen’, ‘Voer voor de shredder’ and ‘Postmortale depressie’. The website publishes texts by Johan Nijzink, starting from August 15, 2024, with topics ranging from climate obsession to the Damschreeuwer. | Resources → Books 3936 | story collection 14 column 543 journalism 632 climate 934 article 6000 | |
| dejalu.nl | Leidsch Dagblad | The first column describes the frustration of a French teacher who studied French literature for years but only taught basic grammar, inspiring the author to reflect on her own experiences. Another column investigates the link between a positive self-concept and the reading ability of children, based on research by the author. Several columns describe travels and experiences in Portugal, particularly in Albufeira, and the author’s feelings of peace and contemplation. | Stories → Travel Blogs 1016 | column 543 reflection 793 travel 7210 | South-Holland → Leiden 7089 |
| denisevanlaar.nl | Denise van Laar | Denise van Laar offers coaching to individuals struggling with personal challenges and feeling unable to make change alone. The website describes van Laar’s coaching approach, combining conversations and physical activity (such as walking) to create space and stimulate self-reflection. The website also mentions van Laar’s experience as a journalist, including writing articles and working with the Museum of Humanity Zaandam and intervisie with her coach class. | News & Journalism → Journalists 189 | journalism 632 reflection 793 conversation 1828 movement 2304 story 8285 coach 25810 | |
| eefjeleydesdorff.nl | Eefje Leydesdorff | The site offers a space for reading and learning based on Zijnsoriëntatie, providing access to columns, poems, and blog posts. It provides information on current meditation courses based on Zijnsoriëntatie, held in Diemen and Amsterdam-Oost. The site includes personal reflections and stories, such as the narrative of crossing a river and accounts of loss and remembrance, exploring themes of spirituality and personal insight. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 | zijnsoriëntatie 12 column 543 poem 1014 meditation 2400 story 8285 blog 13392 | Amsterdam → East 1423 |
| eykman.nl | Maurits Eykman | The website contains a collection of texts, including columns, monologues, and assorti, that address various themes such as tango, nightlife, and personal reflections. Maurits Eykman’s portfolio also includes his visual work and music, offering a multimedia experience for visitors. The website is designed with an eye for sustainability, with the mention that natural pixels were used in its creation. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | tango 101 texts 1218 image 2605 music 13170 | |
| juliuskoetsier.nl | Julius Koetsier | The website includes a list of ‘Top 10 Rebels and Mavericks’ from Dutch history. An article discusses Erdal Balci and the changing reception of humor and satire in the past. Another article covers the opinion of researcher Dr. Jan te Nijenhuis regarding alleged declines in IQ in the Western world. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | writing 1504 news 15293 | |
| maddystolk.nl | Maddy Stolk | Maddy Stolk studied English language and literature in Groningen and Barcelona and worked as an editor for magazines such as ELLE, Elsevier, and Harper’s Bazaar. Her debut novel 'Soedah, laat maar' is based on her own family history and addresses themes of institutional racism and intergenerational trauma. The website provides access to her publications, including an essay on intergenerational trauma in FD Persoonlijk, and information about her photography projects. | Fiction → Novel 411 | columnist 38 family history 126 journalist 226 novel 440 publication 2018 trauma 2107 | |
| marcovandersijpt.nl | Feest bij Gianotten | Marco van der Sijpt is a writer who has been producing texts since childhood for various media, such as websites, brochures, and blogs. In 2021, his first book, 'Over opgroeien gesproken' (About Growing Up), a collection of his best columns, was published, reflecting on the expanding world from the perspective of a father. The website also provides information about the sale of his book, which takes place at Feest bij Gianotten, for a price of €12.95. | Literature → Non-Fiction 519 | writer 525 column 543 texts 1218 book 11396 blog 13392 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| pietscolumns.nl | Piet van der Aar | Piet van der Aar is a columnist who regularly writes about the livestock industry, animal feed, and personal reflections. He was the director of Schothorst Feed Research in Lelystad for 30 years, responsible for research and business development. After retiring in 2020, he remains active in various boards and supervisory boards and is a regular columnist for the magazine Voeding Nu. | Agriculture → Livestock 2413 | livestock 207 retirement 406 column 543 nutrition 4935 research 8967 | Dronten → Swifterbant 217 |
| prettigverwoord.nl | Kees Jansen Journalistiek&zo | The website offers an overview of various columns and articles written by Kees Jansen. Books written by Kees Jansen are also available, although the number is not clear. The website includes reporting on diverse topics, including the social domain, neighborhood initiatives, and local events such as the opening of a station. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | social domain 225 column 543 neighborhood 2424 article 6000 book 11396 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |
| reneeheijmans.nl | Renée Heijmans Tekst & Beeld | The website contains blog articles on various topics, including political elections, infrastructure projects (A9), and personal experiences with ‘shared space’ in Zeeland. Renée Heijmans offers services for creating and editing texts, as well as for making photos and videos, with a focus on strengthening communication. The website emphasizes the synergy between text and image, particularly in the context of digital storytelling and infographics, to effectively convey messages. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | infographic 283 text 2467 image 2605 article 6000 communication 10162 | Haarlemmermeer → Badhoevedorp 604 |
| sanderpeek.nl | Xaurum | Sander Peek describes himself as a former student with a background in Computer Science and Design, currently working at Xaurum on developing e-learning applications. He presents his portfolio with various projects, noting that the product 'Sander' is not for sale. The website also contains examples of his writing, including columns and poems, and offers contact options via a guestbook or contact form. | Government & Administration → Legislation 432 | e-learning 580 writing 1504 portfolio 6854 design 27202 | |
| somssnapikhetniet.nl | Marten Renkema | The blog deals with topics that can be confusing and require readers to think critically. Marten Renkema's posts are often humorous and contain an element of self-deprecation. The website includes an overview of recent and archived elements of his publications, categorized as 'In and around the shed' and 'Uncategorized'. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | topic 1238 publication 2018 category 2316 blog 13392 | |
| vinogradsky.nl | D.M. Vinogradsky | Reverend D.M. Vinogradsky was a former pastor of the Evangelical Christian Baptist church in Zhitomir, Ukraine, serving for more than 50 years. During the Soviet period, he was imprisoned for several years due to his religious activities and was also the founder of a Christian school. Since 2020, he has written daily meditations, which are now shared worldwide via social media. He fled to the Netherlands in 2022 after the Russian invasion. | Protestantism → Baptist 245 | ukraine 131 netherlands 1376 meditation 2400 | |
| fredvellekoop.nl | Fred Vellekoop | The website is updated irregularly, depending on the relevance and Fred Vellekoop's available time. Part of the site is dedicated to tracking the weather in Rotterdam. The website contains a column called 'COLUMN' that often includes a call to action promoting the Red Cross Make September campaign. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | red cross 26 neighborhood prevention 43 column 543 weather 817 archive 2067 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| columns.nl | Columns.nl | The website offers a platform for writers to publish and share their columns, both on the website itself and through social media. Columns cover a diverse range of topics, including humor, politics, and animals, and column reviews are also published. The platform provides functionality to measure the popularity of columns, based on reading time, and advises writers on potential topics. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | writer 525 column 543 topic 1238 | |
| nedero.nl | Nedero | The website contains personal columns and blog posts in which the columnist shares his thoughts, experiences, and questions about life, love, and other topics. Nedero invites readers to write, think, and discuss together, as evidenced by the ‘60 Tellen’ series and the invitation for responses and messages. The website includes recent news about the victims of refugees in the Mediterranean Sea and reflects on the reaction to it. | Current Affairs → International Perspectives 60 | columnist 38 reader 81 blog posts 288 discussion 429 writing 1504 news 15293 | |
| derodeziel.nl | ZEPPERS FILM BV | The film examines the persistent defense of Stalin as a great leader among many Russians, despite the widespread suffering caused by his regime, including famine, fear, and violence. Through intimate portraits of ordinary Russians, the film reveals a nuanced and divided perspective on Stalin's legacy, with tales of pain and pride, nostalgia and trauma existing side-by-side. "The Red Soul" investigates how the Soviet past continues to influence current generations in Russia, shaping its future and highlighting the challenges of confronting a painful history. | Film → Documentaries 813 | russia 46 trauma 2107 film 3007 history 7286 | |
| reactionairen.nl | reactionairen.nl | An article from March 23, 2024, describes the Ukraine war as a 'slaughter machine,' with multiple parties – including Russia, the West, and the Ukrainian government – involved in the killing of young men. An article from March 21, 2023, in which Governor Ron DeSantis argues that the US should not primarily concern itself with intervention in the Ukraine-Russia relationship, given national interests and its own security. An article from December 20, 2021, in which the authors critically examine politicians and the media, referring to demagoguery and the use of poor rhetoric. | Politics & Government → International Politics 199 | russia 46 ukraine 131 politics 1259 article 6000 | |
| heddatreffers.nl | Hedda Treffers | Hedda Treffers is an experienced writer and editor with publications in various newspapers and magazines, including the Volkskrant, NRC, and Opzij. She is known for her ‘Ikjes,’ short personal anecdotes published in the NRC, and has released a collection of columns that received positive feedback. In addition to her professional work, Hedda Treffers provides writing instruction and supports schools and libraries in the Netherlands. | News & Journalism → Journalists 189 | column 543 editing 1338 writing 1504 cake 1730 story 8285 | |
| dannyroelofs.nl | Daniel | The blog contains reporting on events such as the launch of the carnival season and the presentation of the 11 council. There are personal accounts of daily occurrences, such as eating a warm meal with children, a drive on the Rijksstraatweg with candy, and realizing his happiness. The blog also includes memories of his elementary school days and a reflection on the influence of a ‘nasty classmate’. | Personal → Biography 1003 | columnist 38 friesland 692 carnival 986 radio 1200 memory 1641 | |
| kroel.nl | kroel.nl | The website offers columns and poems, varying in theme and style. Compiled collections of poems are available. The site includes links and a contact page. | Language → Dialects 100 | column 543 poem 1014 theme 4015 | |
| ilonatonnaer.nl | Ilona Tonnaer | Ilona Tonnaer describes herself as an author, journalist, philosopher, festival-goer, researcher, and ‘unreliable narrator’, driven by the life of stories. In her work ‘Geraniums’, she describes observations from her window and explores the boundaries between reality and fiction. Her book ‘Eve’ tells the story of the last king of Portugal in a surf town and reveals a family secret that also affects the protagonist's life. | Literature → Non-Fiction 519 | narrator 10 observation 248 column 543 philosophy 570 story 8285 book 11396 | |
| mohairschrijft.nl | Monique | One story describes a bike ride with a three-year-old son to the petting zoo in the rain. Another story recounts a dive into a cold water puddle, which reminds the writer of the North Sea. A third story is about a visit to a nursing home to see the mother, with an unexpected encounter. | Personal → Personal Stories 1027 | rain 47 petting zoo 110 nursing home 140 diving 459 column 543 family 6462 | |
| rbdejager.nl | Rb de Jager | The website contains personal texts, including columns, in which Rb de Jager writes about his experiences and emotions, particularly the deep connection with his dog, Sheba and Simba. A column from July 19, 2019, describes an intense bond with a partner, emphasizing how the other person has challenged him to grow, despite difficult circumstances. An older column from August 14, 2018, presents a list of different women, described with details about their professions, appearance and personality, suggesting an observation of diversity and attraction. | Personal → Personal Stories 1027 | column 543 texts 1218 woman 1419 partner 4272 dog 5483 | |
| thrasymachus.nl | thrasymachus.nl | The website discusses Feynman’s remark about the need for a ceasefire for a Palestinian state, and considers it ‘bullshit’. The site addresses the incident where lawyer Oscar Hammerstein retweeted a fabricated Islamophobic quote, arguing that it is an example of openly expressing racial prejudices. The website analyzes an essay by Jessica Durlacher in De Groene Amsterdammer, questioning whether the magazine is complicit in Israeli propaganda. | International Cooperation Projects → International Relations 465 | palestinians 20 racism 31 medium 1293 | |
| tinyrausch.nl | tinyrausch.nl | The author has been writing columns for several years and has already published two books that are available online. The columns cover situations and experiences the author encounters, and crafting them into stories requires creativity. The website is designed with Elegant Themes and supported by WordPress, providing copyright information and a privacy policy. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | column 543 writing 1504 book 11396 | |