| ahgaurelius.nl | Je moeder | The website proclaims a message of individual responsibility and the possibility of saving the world, referencing an idea of Christian surrender and sacrifice. The project, under the name Aurelius, posits a constant cycle of rebirth and protection of the LVVS, with the gedasten playing a special role. The text links a sense of urgency and crisis with the ideas of Curzio Malaparte and utilizes powerful metaphors such as Golgotha and Srebrenica to illustrate the situation and Aurelius' role. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 Culture → Religion 8327 | | |
| evelynvanwijlen.nl | Evelyn van Wijlen | The website features a collection of recent poems, including ‘Brandend antwoord’. There is a ‘About Me’ section that provides insight into Evelyn van Wijlen’s life. The website includes a contact form for questions and comments, which are always answered. | | poem 1014 life 2673 | |
| leobesouw.nl | Leo Besouw | The website contains the poem 'The man with the sword', which describes a comprehensive assessment of all people for the afterlife. A poem titled 'Selfie... (poem)' is presented, reflecting on the pressure of perfection in selfies. The site also mentions information about the book 'Noorderdorp' and contains blog posts from 2015, categorized on various tabs. | Painting → Mixed Media 64 | selfie 11 poem 1014 | |
| filmvanalledag.nl | filmvanalledag.nl | The blog starts with a memory of reading 'De Republiek' by Joost de Vries on a high-speed train, and describes the experience at the bus station in Herceg Novi. The blog describes finding the book 'Oude Meesters' in the library and the impression that the book by the author is convincing, despite being quickly returned. The blog discusses the essay collection 'De Gelukkigste Man van Nederland' by Mark Rutte, which is considered intellectually stimulating but also difficult to remember. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | literature 487 author 949 politics 1259 book 11396 blog 13392 | |
| fleursdumal.nl | Fleurs du Mal Magazine | The website features a diverse selection of poems from various authors, including Georg Trakl, Masaoka Shiki, Emily Dickinson, and many others. It also includes essays, photo books (such as STREETDREAMERS), and articles across categories like African American Literature, Audio, Cinema, and Dance & Performance. The website serves as an archive and a platform for showcasing contemporary and historical literary works and artistic endeavors. | | essay 155 poetry 665 archive 2067 art 3856 photography 9503 | |
| adlansink.nl | Ad Lansink | The website features essays on various topics, including the ‘Ladder of Lansink’ theory and personal reflections. It contains recollections of events from Ad Lansink's career, such as his work in politics (with Jan Lamberts and the KVP), and meetings in Geneve and Nieuwspoort. The website presents interviews with diverse artists and individuals, including Harrie Gerritz, Alexander Bobkin, Cor Litjens, Gerry Dobbelaer, and Robert Terwindt, and biographies of various figures in Dutch culture and politics. | Time Periods → 20th Century 226 | essay 155 biography 697 memory 1641 | |
| maartenslagboom.nl | Maarten Slagboom | The website features the work ‘Here, Only Time Dwells’, a series of photographic images capturing and describing decay. Various documentaries are available, including ‘The Iron Century’ and ‘Trappers’, and the four-part docu-drama ‘Stuk’. In addition to documentaries and novels, the site offers essays, reviews, interviews and videos on cultural themes and literature. | Websites → Reviews 457 Film → Documentaries 813 | essay 155 documentary 1081 interview 1371 reviews 3172 photography 9503 book 11396 | |
| mariandonner.nl | Marian Donner | The website provides access to essays by Marian Donner, including the essay collection 'Book of Selfdestruction' about the world we carry and give away. Various books and columns are available, covering topics ranging from cultural conflicts to climate change and philosophy. The website features an overview of previously published essays and articles, such as 'Onbehagen', 'The Last Fortress', and 'Against Rationality'. | Culture → Philosophy 2057 | capitalism 13 essay 155 column 543 medium 1293 culture 3922 book 11396 | |
| dichterfanfryslan.nl | Dichter van Fryslân | The Poet of Friesland acts as a modern and engaging ambassador, showcasing poetry related to current events and memorable moments within the region. The website features the works of prominent Friesland poets, including Arjan Hut, Sigrid Kingma, Nyk de Vries, and Eeltsje Hettinga. The poems often explore themes of history, social commentary, and observations about the landscape and people of Friesland. | | poet 158 poetry 665 friesland 692 poem 1014 moment 1034 | Netherlands → Friesland 27911 |
| hans-blokland.nl | Hans Blokland Works | The site originated as an addition to Social Science Works, a social enterprise directed by Hans Blokland, and contains previously published articles and books from other sources. The website features publications in Dutch, reflecting Blokland’s past and continued connection to the language. Recent content includes a new book titled ‘Talking Politics and Society Again: Reengaging with Fellow Citizens,’ which will be published by Transcript Verlag, alongside articles and research related to migration, political discontent, and modernization. | Politics & Governance → Political Science 114 | modernization 41 migration 349 politics 1259 interview 1371 article 6000 book 11396 | |
| boekenstrijd.nl | Boekenstrijd | The article 'Bosrijk – Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson' explains that a forest is a complex ecosystem consisting of diverse living organisms that coexist. In 'Fire Weather – John Vaillant' a forest fire in Canada is described, highlighting the value of detail and perspective in journalism. The essay 'Bosgevoel – Herman Vuijsje' investigates the concept of 'Waldruh' by conducting an experiment in the Dutch forest, where the author acknowledges not being an expert on forests. | Sustainability → Ecology & Environment 597 | philosophy 570 forest 1418 | |
| tannydobbelaar.nl | Tanny Dobbelaar | The website showcases a selection of publications, including reviews, essays, and a dissertation. Additionally, Tanny Dobbelaar provides writing inspiration and information about authors and writing, including associations and advice. The website also contains information about essays, with an emphasis on the thinking of Montaigne. | Communication → Writing 2954 | essay 155 writing 1504 publication 2018 workshop 19325 | |
| doriandoliveiradandyisme.nl | Dorian d'Oliveira | The blog primarily offers essays and reviews related to expressionist films, specifically ‘In the Shadows of the Future,’ and an exploration of the history of Lulu in Leiden. A significant portion of the content revolves around the artistic work of Sylph Barrett, an ethereal artist inspired by Tim Burton films, and her development as a painter, influenced by artists such as Delvaux, Dali, Magritte, and Mondrian. The blog also includes a diverse range of artistic content, encompassing poetry, song lyrics, and features on Leiden-based artists, alongside reflections on art and literature. | Arts → Film 3972 | essay 155 literature 487 films 585 poetry 665 art 3856 artist 5745 | South-Holland → Leiden 7089 |
| janwillemlubbers.nl | Jan-Willem Lubbers | The text emphasizes that the most important aspects of life—faith, love, death, and divinity—are often beyond verbal expression and found within silence. It references excerpts from Benjamin Hoff's ‘The Tao of Pooh’ and Ralph Waldo Emerson’s ‘Self-Reliance’, utilizing them to illustrate the value of silence and introspection. The website presents silence as a ‘resting-place of everything essential’ and a space for discovering what is truly important. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 | silence 232 death 356 faith 1093 love 1240 | |
| saskiapieterse.nl | Saskia Pieterse | Saskia Pieterse regularly writes about the Dutch national identity and colonial legacies, with essays published in publications like De Groene Amsterdammer and the Volkskrant. She is also affiliated with the Nederlandse Boekengids as an editor and collaborating with Janneke Stegeman on a book exploring the Protestant roots of white innocence in the Netherlands. The website provides access to her essays and literary critiques, as well as an overview of her recent work. | Film → Documentaries 813 | editor 176 researcher 220 literature 487 writer 525 netherlands 1376 | |
| rabarbara.nl | Barbara Pavinati | Barbara Pavinati, also known as Rabarbara, is an artist who writes, reads, and asks questions with humor and intensity. Her blog offers a variety of personal reflections and articles, including essays on stories, journalism, writing, and the importance of visibility. She offers writing coaching and helps people to tell their own stories, emphasizing the value of personal perspectives. | Communication → Writing 2954 Visual Arts → Art Criticism 10 | perspective 882 writing 1504 story 8285 blog 13392 | |
| blogmania.nl | Windesheim | The website includes a list of one hundred world books and other reading lists, including school projects focused on sustainability. Annual reflections are presented on personal goals and priorities, divided into categories such as sustainability, health, writing, and culture. The website describes a literary journey with a focus on Italian literature that has been undertaken annually since 2016 and published. | Literature → Philosophy 39 | literature 487 report 4551 book 11396 blog 13392 sustainability 18451 | |
| tourgrootamsterdam.nl | City of Amsterdam / TU Delft | The website presents eight routes across Amsterdam, compiled by Maurits de Hoog and now enhanced with photos and videos of conversations with colleagues. Each route includes three essays written by Maurits, delving deeper into the route and the associated field of study. The essays are available for download under the ‘essays’ heading, and the website features an interactive map with (bike) routes for exploring the tours. | Architecture → Urban Planning 1465 | essay 155 urban planning 273 bike 1541 route 3425 video 6714 | Zaanstad → Zaandam 2740 |
| gezondermeer.nl | Gezondermeer | The website contains articles on various aspects of health, including nutrition, exercise, and interviews with health experts. It features interviews with experts such as Janina Kroese (Diabetes.nl), Wendy Walrabenstein (Plants for Health), and Judith Schelling (Mijn Voedingscoach) on relevant topics. The website covers specific foods and products, such as sunflower seeds, dried plums, macadamia nuts and corn wafers, and evaluates their health benefits. | | interview 1371 nutrition 4935 article 6000 health 6366 | |
| liesbetheugelink.nl | De Groene Amsterdammer | The website includes an article about the ethics of remembering and forgetting, published in De Groene Amsterdammer. Links are provided to other articles by Eugelink on postwar memory culture, published in De Groene Amsterdammer in 2009, 2010 and 2011. The website offers access to essays and articles on themes such as camp literature, the ‘case 40/61’, and the civilization ideal, published in Parmentier. | Culture → Philosophy 2057 | essay 155 literature 487 philosophy 570 article 6000 | |
| thaliaverkade.nl | Thalia Verkade | The website details Verkade's background as a writer and journalist, including her previous work as a correspondent in Moscow and her exploration of change and mobility for De Correspondent. Her current project focuses on reclaiming public spaces and transforming lives, centered around the concept of designing cities for people rather than cars. The website features endorsements from Bill McKibben and Nick Mattiske, highlighting the book’s ability to encourage critical thinking and inspire action regarding urban mobility. | Architecture → Urban Planning 1465 | thinking 163 street 281 mobility 1264 city 1875 language 2016 book 11396 | |
| camillecreyghton.nl | Wiardi Beckman Stichting | On February 21, 2020, Camille Creyghton won the Banning Prize with an essay titled ‘Time, Language and Value in the Imagination of a Sustainable Future.’ This essay was published in a special brochure and in the magazine Socialisme en Democratie. Another essay, ‘The Suspension of the British Parliament: A Stealth Coup?’, was written in collaboration with David Runciman and analyzes the attempt by Boris Johnson to suspend parliament. The website provides access to the full essays and the Banning Prize jury report. | Politics & Governance → Political Science 114 | parliament 47 essay 155 climate change 206 | |
| frankveldkamp.nl | Frank Veldkamp | The blog includes articles about Dutch cult rock bands, such as Catapult, and specific album releases. Interviews with musicians, including Cees Bergman, can be found on the site. The website shares personal stories and experiences of Frank Veldkamp, such as his time spent in Thailand and the experience of listening to Limburg dialect there. | Entertainment → Online Magazines 311 | interview 1371 archive 2067 music 13170 blog 13392 | |
| ekekrijnen.nl | Atlas Contact | Eke Krijnen writes about queer themes, including multiple parenthood, literature, language, and social inequality, and her work has appeared in prominent Dutch newspapers. The book ‘Een echte ouder. Over queer ouderschap’ explores heteronormative ideas about family and parenting, examining the complexities of non-traditional families. The book, published in January 2024 by Atlas Contact, was nominated for the Jan Hanlo Essay Prize in 2025 and offers an analysis of queer culture and personal experiences related to family dynamics. | Law → Family 2909 | parenthood 94 essay 155 publisher 757 author 949 family 6462 book 11396 | |
| martijnwallage.nl | Martijn Wallage | Martijn Wallage is a writer and philosopher. The website offers an overview of his published work, including poems, essays, academic papers and book reviews. He previously taught philosophy at the University of Leipzig after earning his PhD from King’s College London. | Culture → Philosophy 2057 | book reviews 26 essay 155 thesis 228 philosophy 570 poem 1014 | |
| nielsbekkema.nl | Niels Bekkema | The website announces that Niels Bekkema has been awarded first prize in the IE Foundation Prizes in the Humanities for his essay, "Reservoirs!", which will be published in a forthcoming book. The announcement details the award ceremony to be held on October 8th at the IE Tower in Madrid, Spain, and invites visitors to express their attendance. The site features a collection of essays and translations, including work related to plants, travel, conceptual art, artificial intelligence, and various literary publications, spanning locations from Rotterdam to Metz. | Communication & Content → Translation 1053 | essay 155 translation 1523 art 3856 book 11396 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| allyoucandream.nl | Jet van Overeem | The website contains an archive of texts, organized by year and month, written by Jet van Overeem and Victor Vermaas. The texts cover a wide range of topics, including letters from children, travel stories, stories about nature, art, and personal reflections. A search function allows users to filter texts by categories (such as admiring, looking, reading, listening, etc.) and tags (such as Amsterdam, art, education, friendship). | Music → Teaching 210 Painting → Children’s Art 42 | letter 834 archive 2067 theme 4015 article 6000 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| ricusvanderkwast.nl | RicusvanderKwast | An article discusses the need for a remembrance route for Portugal due to its role in helping people escape the aftermath of World War II. An interview with Maxime Prévot discusses a centrist perspective and the future. Articles cover themes such as identity, classic sayings, light, poverty/wealth in Brussels, and cultural phenomena like the Belgian puppet show and the ‘Barbenheimer’ trend. | Websites → Reviews 457 | brussels 13 portugal 130 article 6000 | |
| jantinejongebloed.nl | N/A | Jantine Jongebloed is a writer and theatermaker who works as a freelance journalist for publications including De Volkskrant, NRC, Vrij Nederland, and Flow. Her new book, ‘Over abortus,’ will be published by Vrij Nederland in September 2025. She has received several awards, including the Bep Slechte Prize, the Seks & Media Prize, and the Golden Freelancer Award. | News & Journalism → Freelance Journalists 147 | journalist 226 writer 525 theater 2544 research 8967 book 11396 installation 13742 | |
| christiaanteerink.nl | Doceyefilm | The film, created by Chris Teerink, juxtaposes Eliot’s poem with contemporary realities and explores how our modern age feels constrained. It utilizes a slideshow format with photographs and stills, accompanied by music by Blaudzun, to mirror the fragmented nature of Eliot’s language and draws on influences from Dante, Buddhism, and Hinduism. ‘The Waste Land’ premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in January 2024 and has screened in London and Rotterdam, featuring contributions from writers and scholars. | Film → Documentaries 813 | writer 525 poem 1014 documentary 1081 film 3007 photography 9503 music 13170 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| jessicamuller.nl | Jessica Muller | Jessica Muller is a visual artist focusing on creating autonomous images from emptiness and meaninglessness. Her paintings explore the relationship between word, image, and the question of whether the image can exist autonomously, independent of the word. She searches for a 'non-form' and attempts to create timeless ‘being’ by stacking moments in time. | Trauma & Recovery → Grief 907 | emptiness 12 word 567 moment 1034 image 2605 paint 8747 | Lochem → Barchem 122 |
| bermoogst.nl | Janneke Nijboer | The website features a blog by Janneke Nijboer. The website contains a collection of poems written and created on paper by Janneke Nijboer. The website offers an archive of her publications, grouped by month and year. | | poem 1014 archive 2067 blog 13392 | |
| stanlenssen.nl | Stan Lenssen | The website contains various types of texts, such as essays, poetry, short stories, and opinion pieces written by Stan Lenssen. One text, 'Wortelpijn', describes an experience with an old bicycle and the assertive behavior of an elderly man. Another article, 'Tring-tring!', tells about a tour through the Van Eesteren Museum and the architecture of Slotermeer. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | essay 155 opinion 417 poetry 665 story 8285 | |
| peterswanborn.nl | Peter Swanborn | Peter Swanborn is a poet, writer, journalist, and teacher based in Rotterdam. The website includes information about online poetry writing workshops planned for September and October 2024. Swanborn's publications have been released by Thoth and Rainbow, including poetry collections and an online flash college about 'The Intended' by Ester Naomi Perquin. | Communication → Writing 2954 | readings 66 poetry 665 poem 1014 publication 2018 workshop 19325 | |
| virginiakapic.nl | Virginia Kapic | Virginia Kapic describes her philosophy surrounding self-development, based on the Kaizen philosophy, and emphasizes the need for love and compassion for others and for animals. She has recently dedicated herself to writing essays, poems, and reflective pieces, sharing them through platforms like Bol.com and Amazon. Furthermore, she has published a small English booklet titled ‘Why Your Life Matters,’ inspired by the perception of meaninglessness among many people, illustrated by high suicide rates. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 Personal Development → Self-Help 1791 | kaizen 11 self-development 241 people 627 writing 1504 book 11396 | |
| oogland.nl | Oogland Filmproductions | The foundation produces films, including documentaries and fiction, and distributes them via DVDs. The portfolio of Oogland Filmproductions encompasses projects such as ‘Verloop van Jaren - Dichter bij Remco Campert’, a film following the life and work of the Dutch poet Remco Campert, and ‘Lied van Ballingschap’, a documentary about the Iranian writer Nasim Khaksar. Recently, new films and events have been announced, including the broadcast of ‘Het stof dat zwerft’ on NPO 2 and a program in Alkmaar dedicated to the work of Remco Campert. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | poet 158 writer 525 documentary 1081 film 3007 event 45199 | |
| deverwanten.nl | The Verwanten | The website presents reviews of ‘The Unity Consciousness’ and an introduction to these concepts. Various collections of poems are available, including Haiku’s and Tanka’s by Jan Verduin, as well as an eBook ‘The Lonely One’. The website also contains texts and reflections on topics such as Kundalini energy, Steiner and Krishnamurti, and Manichaeism. The website also reflects on the role of language and words, and the search for silence. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | silence 232 word 567 poem 1014 connection 4007 | |
| harokraak.nl | Haro Kraak | The website contains the essay 'Waanzinvenster', in which Kraak analyzes the remarks of Dutch politician Thierry Baudet about the work of Michel Houellebecq and the expanding world of Forum-madness. Another article, 'Van dichtbij' (From Close), describes a conversation with the editor about marketing the book and the potential of a hook to generate attention. The website appears to focus on Haro Kraak’s personal observations and reflections on political and social issues. | | essay 155 journalist 226 forum 1362 community 7931 | |
| pieterschermerpoezie.nl | Pieter Schermer | Pieter Schermer is a poet from Amsterdam, known for his interest in poetry and his development as a writer from a young age. The website features a blog with personal reflections and essays on poetry, literature, and prominent poets and writers, such as Lucebert, Gerrit Kouwenaar, and Stéphane Mallarmé. Publications and anthologies of his own work and the works of other poets are available, as well as translations and journal publications. | Poetry → Poets 42 Literature → Criticism 15 | poet 158 literature 487 poetry 665 publication 2018 | |
| lenborgdorff.nl | Len Borgdorff | The website contains a section with poems, including specific poems for ‘Christmas’. Len Borgdorff published an essay in 2010 about Vladimir Nabokov’s ‘The Eye’, in which the main character commits suicide and the narrator continues to live as a celestial being. The website offers an overview of photos of various locations, including a church in Dornum, the Green Heart Path, and the Schollebosch. | Hiking → Route Descriptions 29 | essay 155 poem 1014 walk 2161 photography 9503 | Capelle aan den IJssel → Capelle-West 47 |
| raymondtilma.nl | Tilma | The website contains various texts, including poems, short stories, and excerpts from a drawing club project during the pandemic. Several recent works, such as 'City in meltdown,' 'Bird of foil,' and 'Pedelg in charcoal,' are presented. The website also offers a retrospective on a Monopoly game and refers to a drawing club that was organized in the past. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | monopoly 14 short story 25 poem 1014 model 3546 | |
| edwinfagel.nl | Edwin Fagel Teksten | The article describes an interview with Maggie Stiefvater for Hebban, in which the author speaks about her work and the ‘Raven’ cycle. The interview offers insight into the background of the Young Adult novel ‘The Raven Boys’ and the magical quest. Another article describes the commemoration of Harry Zevenbergen, the first Haagse city poet, with a special edition of the radio program ‘Het Woordenrijk Live: 7bergen60’ in Antiquariaat Colette in The Hague. The website also contains information about literary initiatives in The Hague, such as the Haagse Dichtersgilde and the radio program ‘Het Woordenrijk’. | Freelancers → Writers 609 | radio program 58 poem 1014 interview 1371 article 6000 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| willeminabakkenes.nl | Kunstwerkplaats Möllerwerf | Willemina Bakkenes’ research into the origin of life and its development has resulted in oil paintings, which will be presented in the solo exhibition ‘Celebrate Life’. The ‘Celebrate Life’ exhibition at the Kunstwerkplaats Möllerwerf in Hengelo displays both recent and previously shown works, with Willemina herself present to provide explanations. To coincide with the exhibition and her 80th birthday, the book ‘Prime Patterns’ is released, exploring the beauty of life and combining philosophy with beliefs, and the book is for sale for €30. | Philosophy → Existential Philosophy 184 | philosophy 570 life 2673 paintings 3907 exhibition 5332 artist 5745 book 11396 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| bvdt.nl | bvdt.nl | The website contains a collection of texts from various authors, including essays and novels. Information about art exhibitions and other cultural events is also presented. The collection covers themes such as branding, violence, colonialism and the urban environment. | Galleries & Exhibitions → Exhibitions 1083 | essay 155 novel 440 author 949 text 2467 theme 4015 exhibition 5332 | |
| ineboermans.nl | Ine Boermans | Ine Boermans was born in 1976 in the province of Drenthe and studied Media and Art Installation. She began writing novels in 2021, including 'A Long List of Shortcomings,' which was nominated for the Hebban Debut Prize and the Best Groninger Book. In 2022, her second novel, 'Love Interbellum,' was published, and she is a columnist for the VPRO Gids and publishes in various literary magazines such as Michigan Quarterly Review, LITHUB, Another Chicago Magazine, and De Internet Gids. | Fiction → Novel 411 | short story 25 essay 155 novel 440 column 543 award 642 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| keesblokland.nl | Cees Duine Publishing | The essay explores the meaning of life, inspired by philosophers, conversations with ordinary people, and poetry. Blokland introduces a new approach to the question of meaning, based on 16 experience categories and examples of meaningful experiences. The essay offers an accessible way to find meaning without sacrificing depth, and it has been positively received by an expert reader. | Philosophy → Existential Philosophy 184 | essay 155 thinking 163 meaning 428 vision 1882 life 2673 | Steenwijkerland → Giethoorn 565 |
| hanvandenboogaard.nl | Han van den Boogaard | The website contains essays, columns, stories, and poetry written by Han van den Boogaard. There are overviews of the published books and translations of Han van den Boogaard. Interviews with and by Han van den Boogaard are available. | Personal → Biography 1003 | essay 155 poetry 665 interview 1371 translation 1523 story 8285 book 11396 | |
| sassnclass.nl | Sass 'n Class | The website publishes essays such as 'Dear Kitty' and 'Remembrances of Taylor Swift', and articles about themes like working from home ('Home Topics #2' and #1) and self-care ('Where we really talk about self-care'). Sass 'n Class also offers content related to career ('The SC Career') and awareness ('#EducateYourself: what you should know about privilege and intersectional allyship'). The website also organizes a book club ('Book Club Bliss #2') and publishes reports ('The SC Report #3'). | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | essay 155 self-care 469 fashion 2212 career 2513 report 4551 book 11396 | |
| deechtemensen.nl | The real people | The website offers interviews, reports, and background stories to showcase the context and real impact of news. The author attempts to make the ‘bigger picture’ tangible by listening to the stories behind the facts and exploring the underlying meaning. In addition to news stories, the author publishes columns and opinions that contain personal reflections and questions about meaning and daily life. | Media → News & Journalism 10827 | empathy 212 meaning 428 column 543 interview 1371 report 4551 story 8285 | |
| meanderthaler.nl | Marloes Matthijssen | The blog is based on the concept of the ‘Meanderthaler,’ a nearly extinct human species characterized by winding movements. Marloes Matthijssen describes her work as a columnist, food reviewer, and reading facilitator (leesmoeder). The website offers a newsletter that is sent to more than 500 readers. | Websites → Reviews 457 | writer 525 column 543 newsletter 6504 blog 13392 | |
| dezaakakkerman.nl | DeZaakAkkerman | The website features a blog with words and thoughts. Simone Akkerman shares personal memories of her first experiences with reading and imagination. The website offers a selection of her books, including ‘Only My Cat Applauds’. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | imagination 181 word 567 reading 784 poem 1014 book 11396 | |
| workheart.nl | Workheart | The website offers a platform for art, with a focus on describing the influence of events and objects on the viewer. Rutger Kopland shares his curiosity about the mechanisms behind this ‘click’ – the idea that insignificant elements can have a deeper meaning or impact. The site contains podcasts and current content, particularly around stories about encounters and the unexpected consequences of a gesture, a joke, or a find. | Entertainment → Podcasts 1067 | joke 54 moment 1034 art 3856 story 8285 | |
| webkoppel.nl | Webkoppel Schrijft | The site has been closed as the authors have not published any new articles or italicized texts in almost a year and half. The blog originated in the context of a ‘Essay Writing’ course and publishes different types of essays, including essayistic columns and mini-essays. The website contains archives of articles published over the years, categorized by month and with various themes, such as web design and personal reflections. | Communication → Writing 2954 | essay 155 writing 1504 webdesign 4092 article 6000 blog 13392 | |
| janleijten.nl | None | The website contains a collection of Leijten’s work, ranging from literature and personal essays to legal reflections. Leijten was a daily reader and writer, with a preference for literature, particularly Conrad and Orwell, and an interest in current affairs and law. After his death, the manuscript of the collection was requested back by his wife Thea and their children and made available digitally on this website. | Freelancers → Writers 609 Governance → Law 14133 | readings 66 essay 155 manuscript 197 law 1329 | |
| jolilly.nl | Jolilly | The website covers topics such as miniature model building, the influence of animation series on culture, and the history of monkey costumes. Articles are also presented on multifunctional furniture, Scandinavian interior design, enzymes and antimicrobial resistance, and the car sharing solution of shared mobility. The articles are regularly updated and explore topics such as the magic of stories and the impact of American animation series. | | monkey 15 enzyme 40 fashion 2212 interior 8093 story 8285 | |
| leendertwvandersluijs.nl | The Geoscope | The website offers digital publications, such as the debut novel ‘Who I Am’ by Levi Jacobs, and reviews of them. The Geoscope aims to shift the traditional approach to literature and reading, which was previously limited to printed publications, and recognizes the rise of digital publications. The site also contains information about travel and special links, including essays by Martin Buber. | Literature → Literary Criticism 11 | essay 155 novel 440 literature 487 travel 7210 | |
| avdgraaf.nl | Arthur van der Graaf | The blog features poetry, including poems 'The Promised Land' and 'You see the fish below the ice'. Videos are presented on the site. The website also offers the opportunity to order the debut collection 'Decennia'. | | poetry 665 video 6714 music 13170 | |
| defactortaal.nl | deFactorTaal | The blog offers various sections, including 'Literary blog', 'Columns', and 'Fiction'. On July 20, 2025, an article was published titled 'Meneer B. falls asleep,' a story about a man who falls asleep while reading. Another article, published on June 22, 2025, analyzes the short novel 'The Blind Owl' by Sadegh Hedayat, referencing a recent translation by Jurgen Maas. | Resources → Books 3936 | column 543 poem 1014 translation 1523 story 8285 | |
| saeedalgariri.nl | Bestelmijnboek | Saeed al Gariri is a writer and poet, born in 1962 in Hadramaut, Yemen, and specializing in Arabic literature and culture. He writes on various topics, primarily related to the Arab world. The website describes the recent publication of his poetry collection ‘As a Bicycle on an Endless Path’ and mentions interviews and reports on the situation in Yemen and the Netherlands. The website refers to an interdisciplinary performance, in collaboration with Van Vree, which focuses on the experiences of asylum seekers and links to a project called ‘Children of Yemen’ focusing on language and art. | Politics & Government → International Politics 199 | poet 158 journalist 226 writer 525 poem 1014 netherlands 1376 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| speltherapievoorverward.nl | André Droogers | The website accompanies the essay by André Droogers, which focuses on dealing with nationality and diversity in the Netherlands. A symposium was organized on the theme ‘Living Philosophy and Coexistence: Playing with Diversity’, which took place in the Geertekerk in Utrecht on November 16, 2018. The website also includes an online bookstore where the book ‘Speltherapie voor verward Nederland’ can be purchased, as well as publications and lectures by André Droogers, and a forum where visitors can share their thoughts. | Anthropology & Sociology → Sociology 454 | play therapy 130 essay 155 symposium 339 diversity 492 book 11396 | |
| fem-art.nl | M arijke Faber | The site offers a collection of poems, stories, and musical pieces by the artist. The author describes her life as a transformation, similar to the growth of a lotus flower, and emphasizes the influence of spirituality on her personal development. The artist highlights music and dance as inspiration sources and explains that she intuitively works on writing texts and poetry. | | spirituality 476 poetry 665 flowers 3248 inspiration 4081 story 8285 music 13170 | |
| quirijnteunissen.nl | Quirijn | The website contains several texts published between January 2024 and May 2025, including stories and poems. Some of the published pieces focus on observations of streets and terraces in Haarlem and surrounding areas, such as the Kleine Houtstraat and the Grote Markt. The website is written by Quirijn, who was born in Hillegom in 1983 and enjoys writing about various subjects, including cycling and projects. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | street 281 column 543 poem 1014 terrace 4847 story 8285 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| annesanderling.nl | Het Liegend Konijn | Anne Sanderling is a poet and blogger who debuted with an essay in Passionate. She has studied poetry with various instructors and won an essay prize. Her work has appeared in several literary magazines, including De Revisor, Liter, and Het Liegend Konijn. She is known for her poem ‘voorval’. The website contains excerpts from her work, including the full text of the poem ‘voorval’ and information about her performance at 1000 Dichters. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | bookstore 149 essay 155 poetry 665 poem 1014 magazine 2182 | |
| biffjohansson.nl | Biff Johansson | Biff Johansson gave his first saxophone performance in a closed circle at a millionaire's party. He unexpectedly received an invitation for a public performance. After his first performance, both Biff and his saxophone were exhausted, and Biff felt the physical effects of the performance down to his bone marrow. Biff wrote a book and sent it to the queen, adding a personal dedication, despite considering himself insignificant. | Genres → Jazz 989 | saxophone 225 interview 1371 performance 7586 book 11396 news 15293 | |
| chezrachelle.nl | ChezRachelle | The website was created by Rachelle, a passionate historian and reader with an interest in early modern and classical history, literature, and rhetoric. One article describes Dutch innovations in the book industry, with Rachelle presenting herself as a proud Dutchman. Other articles cover topics such as C.S. Lewis’ Bulverism, the rise of Italics, a personal experience with a Protestant elementary school, and the history of early modern copyright (Cum Privilegio). | Local History → Dutch History 1067 | rhetoric 11 essay 155 literature 487 innovation 4659 history 7286 | |
| dwarf2009.nl | DWARF | The website includes sections such as ‘Friends Meeting’, ‘Culture & So’, with sections for music and art, an online store (‘DWARF’s webwinkel’) with various products, a section for general appointments, and a ‘Dwarf’s Doorgevertje’ with personal stories. The website also includes the ‘De Grootpoot’ section with recipes, including vegetarian options, and a section dedicated to remembering Korrie, an important figure in the project. There is a section for sponsors, acknowledgements, and prizes, as well as news updates from Dwarf and an explanation of the motivation behind the website: humor, provocation, and stimulating critical thinking. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | joke 54 image 2605 recipe 5142 music 13170 news 15293 | |
| mijnwoordenwereld.nl | Mijn Woordenwereld | The website presents Miriam’s passion for words and her coaching in strength. There is mention of portfolios, reviews of coaching, and a poetry collection. The website offers various services, including workshops, visual storytelling, and the creation of texts for different purposes. | | word 567 poem 1014 moment 1034 text 2467 workshop 19325 coach 25810 | |
| montessorihoogeveen.nl | Montessori Hoogeveen | A blog post from December 18, 2024, discusses the best German auto sites for buying a used car. An article from November 26, 2024, explores the role of the kitchen as a central point for conviviality and creativity in the home. A blog post from February 27, 2024, explains the importance of updating skills through courses. | Early Years → Early Childhood Education 1345 | warehouse truck 16 used car 825 toy 2295 kitchen 6443 course 14728 | Drenthe → Hoogeveen 2294 |
| opmerkdingen.nl | Maaike | The blog regularly features new posts on various topics, including limericks, haikus, visual language, and stories. The site also hosts a collection of photos, including visual poetry and photo series, and offers a selection of limericks written in collaboration with Serge. The website is also a platform for Maaike to share her inspiration, offer a free story bundle, and ask readers to vote for the best captions on her photos. | | poem 1014 inspiration 4081 logo 4660 photo 7778 story 8285 blog 13392 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| petravandeneerenbeemt.nl | Petra Maria | The website offers poems by Petra Maria, including titles such as 'The Last Winter Evening' and 'I Take a Little Walk'. Petra Maria also publishes poems in collections, such as 'Poems with a Comma' and 'I Take a Little Walk the Last Winter Evening'. In addition to poems, the website features paintings and tiles related to her poetry. | | poem 1014 tile 2869 paintings 3907 | |
| tomtak.nl | tomtak.nl | The essays address topics such as alienation, boredom, melancholy, and anxiety, as well as relationships between enlightenment and faith, evil, and consciousness. The text references artworks, such as Edward Hopper’s painting ‘Nighthawks’, and films like Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’, which served as inspiration. Mythological stories such as the search for the Grail and tales of fathers and sons are also mentioned to explore cultural themes. | Culture → Philosophy 2057 | enlightenment 21 mythology 47 artwork 2248 film 3007 | |
| nickyhenneke.nl | Nick Henneke | The author expresses frustration and sadness regarding a past love, describing memories as persistently triggering and emotionally overwhelming. He recounts how his family, particularly his father, still speaks fondly of the former partner, creating an ongoing reminder of the relationship and causing him discomfort. Ultimately, the author admits to dwelling on the past and struggles to move forward, feeling lost and seeking guidance to improve his situation. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 | father 94 past 119 feelings 411 track 416 love 1240 memory 1641 | |
| berichtuitdekerkstraat.nl | Bericht uit de Kerkstraat | The site presents poems in various colors and atmospheres, striving for a timeless aesthetic. 'Bericht uit de Kerkstraat' emphasizes that the site is a place where poems from everyone are welcome, regardless of their background. The site chooses not to use advertising or fast banners, instead focusing on beautiful images and the content of the poems. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | street 281 poem 1014 image 2605 color 4159 | |
| devrijdagman.nl | leven als op vrijdag | The site features a blog section titled ‘leven als op vrijdag’ and a section offering video poems (tagged ‘(video)gedichten’). A user, Maya, commented on the site, expressing interest in a website design service for ‘De Vrijdagman’, highlighting the importance of a professional website for businesses in a competitive digital landscape. The website includes downloadable resources, such as a flyer and a PDF document, and provides links to legal pages (Impressum, Privacyverklaring, Sitemap). | | poetry 665 blog 13392 design 27202 | |