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Frankfurt 2025 When you’re small... sometimes you have to fight back Tjibbe Veldkamp & Sanne te Loo

Little Animals ‘The best picture-book maker we have in the Netherlands today.’ – NRC about Tjibbe Veldkamp

• a cool picture book with a surprisingly happy ending • a fantastic story for reading aloud • spectacular action-packed spreads • the first collaboration between two award-winning creators

A group of cuddly and carefree little animals live in an idyllic valley, until their peace is cruelly disturbed by a bunch of dangerous predators. Panic! But the wild chase that follows proves that you shouldn’t underestimate innocent-looking little animals. A nail-bitingly exciting and funny new picture book full of surprising twists and turns, which shows that evil schemes do not go unpunished – and that the tables can suddenly turn.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 A hilarious picture book about sensationalism and exaggeration Annie M.G. Schmidt & Noëlle Smit

Hendrik Haan ‘Smit makes the ordinary extraordinary and lifts everyday scenes to another level. That is what good artists do.’ – jaapleest.nl

• a beloved story by the queen of Dutch children’s books • about how much we like to exaggerate • funny and all too familiar • by the maker of the Children’s Book Week Picture Book 2024

Hendrik Haan has left the tap on, and the kitchen floor gets a bit wet. But when the neighbours pass on the story, the running tap turns into a deluge. The story becomes more and more exaggerated, culminating in a huge – and fun – flood throughout the entire town.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 A hope-filled picture book about a boy and his grandpa Gerson Main & Hedy Tjin

All the Things My Grandpa Is in Secret ‘Hedy Tjin’s illustrations make you feel like you’re viewing an exhibition.’ – Jury report, Zilveren Penseel award

• about dealing with loss and the power of the imagination • with striking illustrations by the three-time Zilveren Penseel winner Hedy Tjin • picture book debut by musician and poet Gerson Main

It may seem like Grandpa has a boring life in the nursing home, but he tells his grandson the most amazing stories. Sometimes he’s a sultan and sometimes he’s a captain or a diver. When Grandpa starts spending more and more time in bed and doesn’t even open his eyes anymore, everyone is very sad. But they shouldn’t be. Because Grandpa is off on an extra-special adventure!

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 An enchanting fairy tale by two masters of their craft Edward van de Vendel & Martijn van der Linden

The Shining Prince ‘Van de Vendel understands the art of looking. Extraordinary things are there for the taking – for those who are able to see them.’ – Jury report, Theo Thijssen Prize

• about standing up to dark forces • by award-winning author Edward van de Vendel • with enchanting illustrations by Martijn van der Linden

Luciano is the son of a cruel king. His mother died when he was born, and his father wants nothing to do with him. He’s far too busy waging war. But there’s something special about the little prince: he shines from within. When the king finds out about this, he locks Luciano up. With the help of the cook and a guard, Luciano manages to find a way to share his magic. And when all the animals and children in the land come to help, there’s no stopping the light.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 A detective book with lots to look at and lots to find Lars Deltrap

The Roller Coaster ‘A brilliant detective story with a funny plot twist.’ – mappalibri.be about What Mick saw

• a lavishly illustrated book that invites readers to become involved in an investigation • in an exciting and colourful setting: at the funfair • with an inventive and happy ending

Mick and Hannah are looking forward to a ride on the new roller coaster. Mick has the tickets, and he’s going to take good care of them. But first they go to see the magician and the Upside-Down House. Then Mick checks his pockets: the tickets are gone! Has someone stolen them? Mick and Hannah decide to investigate. But they’ll have to be quick. The roller coaster is about to open!

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 A fun book about travelling and coming back home different Joke van Leeuwen

That Day ‘Joke van Leeuwen masterfully captures the mixed emotions of a child struggling with their feelings.’ – **** De Standaard about Toen ik

• story and lots of black-and-white illustrations by the award-winning author and illustrator Joke van Leeuwen • a day in the life of Deef, the main character in Toen ik (Zilveren Griffel winner, 2018) • with pages in the centre that you can cut out to make your own book

One day, there’s a deep hole in the road to school. Deef has to take a detour. But which is the right way to go? Deef chooses a direction and comes to new places with new people. Like a woman with wrinkles, who is way too happy about Deef’s visit, and a thin man who thinks Deef doesn’t need to go to school.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 How a joke can change your life Najiba Abdellaoui & Simon Buijs

What a Laugh! ‘A humorous book that will certainly make the reader laugh and is perfectly suited to its target audience.’ – jaapleest.nl

• a lively and refreshing story told in straightforward language • by poet and author Najiba Abdellaoui, the first female poetry slam champion in the Netherlands • with lively illustrations by Simon Buijs

Latif can’t laugh. His mum and dad tickle him and tell him jokes, but he doesn’t even smile. Even his doctor can’t find a solution. No one at school can believe it. Is there really absolutely nothing that Latif thinks is funny? So, his friends start the LaLaLa Club: Laugh, Latif, Laugh. They’re determined to make him laugh! Will they succeed? Is there maybe a little giggle bubbling away somewhere inside Latif? A very funny story about humour – and how we can’t live without it.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 The exciting adventures of three brave friends Marieke Smithuis

A Mansion Full of Secrets ‘Smithuis writes with great pace, warmth and daring. She takes her readers seriously and does not try to shelter them.’ – Jury report, Woutertje Pieterse Prize

• short chapters with great tempo and humour • with colourful illustrations by Signe Kjaer • by the versatile author of Umbrador, De koning van de flat and Lotte & Roos

Noor and Wisse like a joke, and everyone in the village knows the mischievous brother and sister. When they secretly climb up onto the roof of a mysterious mansion, they discover that new people are living there. They become friends with Béla, who is not only very rich but also has serious problems. Wisse and Noor decide to help him.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 A thrilling adventure story in two parts Simon van der Geest

Heart of Steel and The Key Robot ‘A dazzling musical on paper.’ – Trouw ‘A real page-turner.’ – jaapleest.nl

• about what distinguishes humans from robots: real love • written by a winner of the Zilveren Griffel and Gouden Griffel awards • with illustrations by Martijn van der Linden

In Heart of Steel, Ravi, Zina, Mink and Blinker discover that their parents have been replaced by robots. In The Key Robot, the children do everything they can to find their real mums and dads. Will they finally be reunited after their nail-biting and dangerous journey? And what’s going on with the robots’ Master Plan, which is being developed in a closely guarded laboratory? A gripping story in two parts about the power of music, set in the future.

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 You’d do anything for your best friend – even take revenge Paulien Weikamp

Anything For You ‘Weikamp has written a raw, promising debut.’ – Trouw

• a compelling YA novel about sexual misconduct and the heartwarming power of friendship • relevant, emotional – and also extremely funny

Merel is sixteen and has never kissed anyone. When it finally happens at a party with the good-looking Joris, she dutifully follows all her best friend Imme’s instructions – but something doesn’t feel right. Every touch takes her back to a party a few years before, to the white sofa she was sitting on, to her mum’s workmate, who came to sit way too close to her... When those memories start to take over Merel’s life, she manages to confide in Imme. With Imme by her side, she dares to take revenge on the culprit – and then some!

English sample available Age 14+ | YA | Paperback | 13.5 x 21.5 cm | 224 pages

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 A new book in the ‘Slash’ series, about grief, love and being yourself Janneke Schotveld/Rifka Mels

Little Sister ‘A clever, humorous, and moving book. […] one of her best books.’ – Trouw

• a new title in the rebooted Slash series • about a young woman who wants to escape her strict religious background and to find freedom • a compelling search for identity and freedom of thought

After her sister’s unexpected death, 21-year-old Rifka, still grieving, sets off for Norway on her bike to visit a friend she can talk to about what really happened. In her tent, she often feels alone, but while cycling she increasingly withdraws from the oppressive religious background she grew up in and tries to leave her struggle with her sexual orientation behind. Through trial and error, she gradually learns to love herself more. Janneke Schotveld, known for her books for younger children, including Superjuffie, De dappere ridster and Rotkat, has now written her first book for young adults.

English sample available Age 15+ | YA | Paperback | 13.5 x 21.5 cm | 192 pages

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

Frankfurt 2025 The story of a rebellious female sculptor during the Renaissance Jean-Claude Van Rijckeghem

Properzia ‘One of the best storytellers in this genre.’ – Trouw ‘Only a born storyteller can write like this: Van Rijckeghem is exactly that.’ – NRC

• a fictional story about a female Renaissance artist who actually existed • told in an extremely colourful, exciting and skilful way • by the winner of the Thea Beckman Prize, the Young Beckman Prize, the Kleine Cervantes and the Boekenleeuw

Bologna, the early sixteenth century. Properzia is furious. Her younger sister is getting married. But Properzia is already fifteen – and she’s the first-born daughter! Her father thinks she’s far too flighty for marriage, though, and is sure that spending time in a convent will do her some good. Then Properzia meets Lucas, a young painter. She decides to run away from home and to follow him and his friends to Rome. In this book, Properzia de’ Rossi encounters mercenaries, popes, cardinals and even the great Michelangelo. She does everything in her power to prove that a young woman can also become a sculptor.

English sample available Italian and World-English rights are under option Age 15+ | YA | Hardback | 13.5 x 21.5 cm | 352 pages

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Luciënne van der Leije, rights manager, l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl Weteringschans 259, 1017 xj Amsterdam, The Netherlands www.queridochildrensbookrights.com singelpublishers

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Awards

Zilveren Griffel for Pim Lammers Zilveren Penseel for Natascha Stenvert

Zilveren Griffel for Ludwig Volbeda Previously Awarded the Woutertje Pieterse Prize Published in English by Levine Querido German rights sold to Gerstenberg

Zilveren Griffel for Dirk Weber Italian rights sold to Lupo Guido

Zilveren Griffel for Jef Aerts Published in Danish by Bogoo

Film news

Adapted into a film by De Mensen, will premiere at the Berlinale Contact details for Flanders Literature:

Contact details for the Dutch Foundation for Literature:

Van Noortstraat 20, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium

Nieuwe Prinsengracht 89,

Lien Devos, lien@flandersliterature.be

1018 vr Amsterdam, The Netherlands

and Elise Vanoosthuyse, elise@flandersliterature.be

Agnes Vogt, a.vogt@letterenfonds.nl