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by Else Else taking a break while setting up the stand in Utrecht Heroes Dutch Comic Con might be one of my favorite events to attend and organize with the American Book Center. This year, our long-term organizer Tiemen, decided to hand over the organization to a new generation: [...]
by Sophie WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 will take place from 25 July until 8 August, and this year's theme is Unity. Just like we celebrated Pride Month in June in The Hague and Leidschendam with colorful displays and a Queer Open Mic Night, we're celebrating this world famous pride week in Amsterdam with [...]
by Lília I've read Pride & Prejudice many times, and it never gets old. Every time I read it, I learn something new. Jane Austen's observations of English society in the early 1800s are sharp and subtle, with the veiled sarcasm that makes her works a classic and a must-read at all [...]
by Naomi Christopher Nolan's epic fantasy adventure movie adaptation of the epic The Odyssey is in cinemas on July 17th, 2026. It features an all-star cast, including but not limited to Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron and Zendaya. The Odyssey is one of the oldest surviving works of literature, [...]
By Lília Even if the summer was being a bit slow in presenting itself this year - so many grey days! - we couldn't be happier than when the sun and the warmth decide to show their faces. Fortunately we're seeing more sunny days lately, so let's enjoy! Summer - as [...]
by Iris When we shared our blog post about the discomfort surrounding that "American" in our name on social media, many of our followers were quick to point out that technically, America is not just the USA. And they're right, of course, even if in our case it does refer [...]
By Damla and Sophie Summer is here! Relaxation is in the air everywhere, and schools are beginning to take their long summer breaks. Which reminds us, 2026 high school graduates can receive a gift voucher if they show (a picture of) their diploma! - Awards! Last month was Pride month (in case [...]
by Lília Ilona Andrews has been top of mind lately after the release of This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me. I went back to another of the duo's series: Hidden Legacy, which they again enriched with a novella published in January. I read this series once a few years back [...]
by Lília June brought much sun and the opportunity to read everywhere. We had many repeats this month, such as the constantly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman, both the US and UK editions of Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke, the recently released Jujutsu Kaisen Vol. 30 and – of [...]
Becoming Janice by Ragini Werner Fine lesbian fiction set in London and Amsterdam Becoming Janice is relatable lesbian fiction, a captivating coming-of-age story that follows Janice in her search for love and personal growth in London and Amsterdam. The story begins with Janice, newly arrived in London from Auckland, seeking [...]
