| hetbildt.nl | HetBildt.nl | The website publishes loose texts about the landscape, light, people, and daily rhythm of Het Bildt, ranging from personal to historical. Het Bildt distinguishes itself by a quiet atmosphere, with farms that carry stories and roads that are straight because they had to be. The site was created out of love for the region and the desire to observe and document unnoticed what others might not mention, with respect for silence. | Travel Guides → Regional Travel Guides 85 | rhythm 231 silence 232 landscape 2609 farm 2622 atmosphere 5591 story 8285 | Friesland → Het Bildt 22 |
| avondlog.nl | avondlog.nl | The text describes recollections of the Van Gelder couple, who taught Old Languages and the author experienced a case of forgery. The author also remembers a meeting with Mrs. Van Gelder in Meer and Bosch, where he noticed a slight bump on her face. Furthermore, an anecdote is told about observing nameplates on houses with Peter van Exel, and the changes in the information displayed on them. | Time Periods → 20th Century 226 | nameplate 187 | |
| gedichtentij.nl | Streekarchief Midden-Holland | Frida Winklaar Domacassé recounts her birth in Aruba and a childhood memory of her father singing a song while parading her on the beach. She describes her early childhood, learning both English and Dutch while living on Lago Heights, a multicultural neighborhood. She has written stories and plays for children and adults in Papiamentu, and shares experiences with performances, including an event in Gouda and a ladies' café for a Roze 50+ women's group. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | childhood 56 poetry 665 performance 7586 story 8285 | South-Holland → Gouda 3521 |
| edgarallanpoe.nl | Edgar Allan Poe Stichting | The website includes various sections such as biographies, works (stories, poems, essays, novels, letters), a timeline, and an overview of Poe’s residences and stays. There is an extensive catalog of books, films, music, games and other media related to Poe, with a focus on Dutch and Flemish versions and translations. The website also offers information about a ‘Poe tour’ which highlights the locations where Poe’s spirit is still present and other activities such as an auction, contest and agenda. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | poe 10 biography 697 work 3122 book 11396 | |
| rotterdamseschrijfster.nl | rotterdamseschrijfster.nl | The text describes Bea Bambara’s childhood, marked by the difficult circumstances surrounding her father’s life and his sudden death, leading to deep sorrow that shaped her life and writing. She recounts her past relationships and her decision to write under a pseudonym, Elena, to explore her personal history and investigate themes of sexuality, which were forbidden in her youth. The text emphasizes that her writing is based on her feelings and intuition, and that she doesn't know when she begins to write. | Personal → Biography 1003 | childhood 56 past 119 love 1240 writing 1504 grief 1577 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| marinethaitsma.nl | Marinet Haitsma | Marinet Haitsma describes her work as ‘taaldier, juf, macrobio-kok’ and regularly shares updates via her blog. The blog contains various articles, including reflections on her childhood in Friesland and the ‘Botanical Heritage’ week in the Grand Est region of France, where she scans and digitizes plants. Furthermore, personal stories, such as those about the novel ‘The Island of the Vanishing Trees’ and her visit to Moordrecht, are shared, along with descriptions of her garden and the plants she cultivates. | Travel & Exploration → Natural History 17 | plant 4509 history 7286 story 8285 garden 13129 blog 13392 | |
| jaapkranenborg.nl | Jaap Kranenborg | The site contains personal stories and memories, such as ‘My Winter Month by the Sea’ and ‘Staying at the Roland Holsthuis.’ Kranenborg publishes articles and responses about birds, including observations, reviews, and criticism of bird hunting and environmental legislation, often referencing articles in newspapers. The website also includes archives of previous works, such as ‘Eighty Grey Geese’ and ‘Birds with a Story,’ and responses from readers to the published content. | Ornithology → Birdwatching 271 | nrc 17 retirement 406 bird 922 writing 1504 story 8285 | |
| zozonderjou.nl | Scrivo Media | The ‘Now So Empty Without You’ grief book by Marloes Harkema describes her personal experiences with grief after the death of her husband. The website provides access to excerpts, audio excerpts and a guide on coping with grief, specifically aimed at young widows. There is space for reactions and reviews on the grief book. | Trauma & Recovery → Loss 714 Trauma & Recovery → Grief 907 | resilience 1091 guide 1364 grief 1577 | |
| namennoemen.nl | Dees Wilgehof-Sodaar | The stories are described as relatable, funny, moving, and sometimes awkward, offering a glimpse into the author's chaotic world. The collection is available in a sewn edition for €15.50 per copy, with an option for a signed version. The website includes reader reviews praising the humor, observations, and illustrations of the book. | Fiction → Short Stories 311 | author 949 illustration 2447 story 8285 book 11396 | |
| natuurlijk-geinspireerd.nl | Ity Busstra – te Velde | The website promotes a lifestyle rooted in connecting with nature, highlighting the peaceful influence of greenery in gardens and landscapes. It describes Ity Busstra – te Velde’s work as a writer, garden designer, workshop facilitator, and guide, focusing on seasonal experiences and natural healing. The website showcases her upcoming book ‘Natuurlijk Geïnspireerd Leven’ and related products such as a calendar and her previous publications. | Outdoor → Nature 122 Personal → Biography 1003 | rhythm 231 writing 1504 nature 9094 book 11396 garden 13129 workshop 19325 | |
| marjanvanraamsdonk.nl | Mevr. M.M. van Lit-van Raamsdonk | The website details a lengthy period of consultations with doctors and treatment providers, characterized by both hope and despair. The author is appealing to readers to raise awareness about the consequences of acne and advocates for greater compassion within the medical world. The book is available for purchase for €19.50 (including shipping costs) and payment should be made to a specified bank account. | Dermatology → Skin Conditions 61 | acne 399 book 11396 care 12338 | |
| joanshome.nl | joanshome.nl | The website contains short excerpts from a diary, spanning dates from 2024 to 2025. The texts reflect on emotional experiences, such as the experience of a long winter, concerns about the future, and the value of books and love. A fragment describes the reaction to a news report about an expensive wedding, which evokes a feeling of distaste. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 | nostalgia 92 diary 212 time 932 love 1240 health 6366 book 11396 | |
| tamschrijft.nl | tamschrijft.nl | The first excerpt describes a nighttime experience where the author crosses a canal and observes the autumn and the city. Another part of the website is dedicated to the 'Blackout Tuesday' event, where Instagram was used as a platform for an online protest against racism, but this resulted in the suppression of other posts. A letter to an old friend, Lo, is shared, in which the author reflects on the differences between her current experiences and a past where she was physically freer. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 | autumn 24 protest 29 night 69 letter 834 city 1875 | |