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In her debut novel 'Kleihuid' (Clay Skin) Herien Wensink provokes with pressing questions, seen in the light of the First World War.

Belgium was one of Europe’s founders and main supporters, but in recent times the consensus for the European project has been somewhat worn down.

In a loud monologue full of metaphors and reflections on life and literature, Karel De Sadeleer tells the story of Ali, a bubbly Swiss with Palestinian roots.

The debut novel by Dutch writer and performer Joost Oomen is a whimsical book brimming with wonderful fantasies.

A captivating debut about a son who may want to break away from his mother, but gradually understands that this is impossible.

In 'Meral', author Froukje Santing subtly unravels the entanglements of a Dutch-Turkish family.

They are a colourful and curious bunch, the artists that Hans Depelchin assembles in his debut novel Weekdier (Mollusc).

In her debut novel, Wuck paints a portrait of her hippy parents. The detached tone makes the novel stand out all the more.

A novel about art, about cycling, but perhaps above all a story about the fear of an insignificant life.

This debut is a dreamy novel about the love of trees and the loneliness of surviving in a new country.

Loes Wijnhoven has written a funny debut novel about a millennial living life passing from hotel to hotel.

In Was (Wax), debut author Jilt Jorritsma eschews linear time, constructing a mysterious and fascinating story.

De Afwijking by debutant Dries Muus is a beautiful coming-of-age novel against the backdrop of an urban football environment.

Marije Langelaar’s debut novel is a short triptych in which dreams and reality are softly entwined, in search of perfect symbiosis.

In her debut novel "Ongehoord" (Unheard) Pascale Petralia tells the story of how a victim gradually becomes ensnared in the net of someone obsessed. And no one can save her.

In his debut novel, Dirk Elst manages to describe a life of poverty without romanticising it.

In his debut novel, Koen Caris exposes just how difficult it is to be left behind, especially in an oppressive, village setting.

In her debut novel, Katrien Scheir portrays the often very difficult position of women in a #MeToo situation.

A melancholic and funny debut novel about people who tend to follow the herd but still want to be noticed.

Marieke De Maré has written a dreamy, poetic story about how people who at first live apart eventually come together.

In the last episode of the series ‘The DNA of the Netherlands’, we find out what the national motto ‘Je maintiendrai’ really stands for.

In her debut novel, Valerie Tack unpicks skilfully how a young woman, marked by life, slowly but surely turns into a cold-blooded murderer.

In his debut novel Frank Heinen lays bare the state of the care system in contemporary society as well as the role played by the media in how we perceive certain events.

In his first novel 'Vijd' Jonas Bruyneel paints a vibrant portrait of the Burgundian family who commissioned the world-famous 'Adoration of the Mystic Lamb' of the Van Eyck brothers.

Femke Vindevogel has written a blackly comic tale about a quest for one’s true self on the disadvantaged side of town.

Mariken Heitman has written a penetrating debut about gender identity.

‘Het nabestaan van Anna Portier’ is a poignant debut about mourning, dying and the lives we lead or don't.

Who's helping who? That is the question in Siel Verhanneman's poignant debut novel, 'Or else everyone dies'.

What makes you a mother? Fen Verstappen looks for answers in her touching debut novel ‘Moeder af’.

In his debut novel ‘Uiterste dagen’, Ferdinand Lankamp undertakes a search for our motives, which can sometimes be very dark.

In her gripping debut novel ‘Hier is alles veilig’, Anneleen Van Offel tells her story with subtle clues, precise and detailed descriptions, in beautiful language.

Kevin van Vliet's debut novel 'Wolfsjong' is a classic tale with an edgy and dark side.

‘Augustus’ by Irma Maria Achten is a sensual debut novel about improbable love, in which passion, a longing for death and family secrets play an important role.

Actress Romana Vrede writes a letter to her autistic son, which makes for a tough, but loving book.

Jan Renkema gives an overview of the core trademarks of Dutch identity.

Jan Renkema provides a clear analysis of the Dutch identity in his pamphlet ‘The DNA of the Netherlands’. He starts with a conversation on a flight to Schiphol.

The Dutch have a constant willingness to compromise and whose aim above all is a general consensus.

In a country of polders, flatness defines everything. This flatness means that nobody can rise above you, nor you above them.

Due to the openness and the usually quick acceptance of various groups the Netherlands has been able to develop as a country in which modern ideas can flourish.

Ewoud Kieft offers a lot of food for thought in his debut novel. Even the perfect world of the future is not to everyone’s taste.

The diverse groups in the Netherlands must work together. This might explain why the Dutch have developed a high degree of tolerance.

Due to the population density, the Dutch have developed a strong sense of individuality and privacy.

The Dutch like to fend for themselves, for fear of further interference. They love their freedom and independence.

Christina and Tom face the same dilemma: what to put first, each other or their careers in art?

The Dutch have a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In the seventeenth century, they were responsible for the world's first multinational company.

Beyond the preoccupations and times of their curators, musical instrument museums such as the MIM in Brussels are testament to the creativity and skill of sound and music makers, allowing us to learn about and imagine the musical and sonic...

The United Kingdom and The Netherlands' shared history has a big and often funny impact on each other's language.