picture books

- Over 6000 copies sold
- The first children’s book on a widely discussed topic among young parents
- Anky is a psychologist and an expert in emotion regulation



'Sometimes, as a parent, you lose your temper, say something you regret, or simply aren’t your best self for a moment. And that's okay. But what happens next? How do you learn from your mistakes and show your child you're truly sorry?' 



‘I am sorry’ is a heartwarming children’s book about big emotions, making mistakes, and trying again. With a loving message for children and parents alike: even when things go wrong for a moment, love is always there.

A gentle, relatable story: perfect for reading together and talking about feelings.


 has a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, is a behavioural therapist, and runs a popular Instagram account with + 38K followers.



is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer. She has contributed to numerous (children’s) books.



Some favourable reviews and reader quotes:



This book will make a difference in a lot of families.


Every parent sometimes reacts to their child in a way they later regret. If you are struggling with how to make amends with your child, or don’t know how to talk about it, this is the book that will help you find the right words and tone. My toddler listened very attentively and found the pictures really fascinating. You can have a spontaneous conversation without it becoming too heavy. A great book that will make a difference in all those families where saying ‘I’m sorry’ is difficult.




Wow! Perfectly describes what I think and feel as a sometimes over-stimulated mum. Everything is described in clear language so that we can convey to our children why it is sometimes too much for us, but that our love is unconditional.
I could never have put it so beautifully into words and illustrations myself. I had to wipe away a tear when reading it to my girls.




It sold out after just one week, and rightly so! Unfortunately few parents learned in their own childhood how to say ‘I’m sorry’ sincerely. How to apologise after you’ve shouted at your child in an overstimulated mood (who isn’t these days!?) and said and done things you’re actually ashamed of…
Most people then say something awkward like, 'Yes, sorry, darling, but you really got on my nerves…' And then the child no longer hears the apology, but only that he has done something wrong (again)… In this colourful book, you and your child will learn how to do it right: how to apologise sincerely (without the ‘but’) and thereby repair the break in communication.

Het spijt me

I am sorry

fiction

This hilarious book was published in 2024 and has already been reprinted 5 times. More than 70.000 physical copies have been sold and 40.000 digital downloads (e-books and audiobooks). For a small book market like Flanders these are dazzling numbers!

As humourous as the famous Treehouse-series! And even more popular!



'I love the books because they are so funny. Timon does many silly stuff. He is hilarous. I have read the books 3 times now and I hope it will be a series of more than 20 books!' (Bernt, 8 years)



When Timon ends up in the school attic one day, he finds not only old books and decrepit teachers, but also... a beautiful, shiny, sleek red suit. It looks as if it was made especially for him!
But then Timon is kidnapped and accidentally ends up in a school for superheroes. Even though he has no superpowers at all!
Will he manage to escape? Or will he unravel the school's dark secret?
(Hopefully the latter, otherwise it's a rather short book...)



Operatie T.O.I.L.E.T.

Operation T.O.I.L.E.T.

A mussel keeps a ship’s diary about the activities of the sailors on board until the ship sinks.

The breathing flow of this book offers insight into the sharp and sometimes mischievous twists and turns of the mind of a mussel.

The illustrations capture the sensitivities of humans and mussels in robust yet nuanced brushstrokes.

A postcolonial shipwreck story told from the perspective of a mussel.

A mussel sticks to the body of a ship and keeps a diary about events that happen above and below deck. The sailors fill their days with lowering sails or tightening ropes. They tell stories not only a mussel would think are uncanny. After a while, the wind calms down and the nets remain empty. There almost is no more food left, and certainly not for sailors in chains. When a huge storm breaks out, the ship turns over. An enslaved woman is the only one to come up. After a gnawing hesitation, she decides to save a child sailor. Will they survive the distressed journey?



The Nami Concours has been in existence since 2013 and has already awarded prizes to well-known illustrators from Poland, Brazil and South Korea. In 2026 there were more than 2.000 entries.
The jury describes the work of Astrid Verplancke as powerful, expressive and dynamic. They praise her thoughtful combination of painting and drawing techniques, developed with a strong visual language. Rooted in a tradition of Flemish expression, they see the work as surprising and challenging and say that it makes them, as jury members, reflect on themselves.

Relaas van de schipbreuk van het handelsschip Mylilida

Account of the shipwreck of the merchand ship Mytilida

non-fiction

- Stefanie Van Hertem’s work has Stefanie Van Hertem’s work has been published internationally
- Written by two internationally renowned scientists



What is living beneath our feet? Far more than you can imagine! In ‘Wonderground’, scientists Sarah Garré and Heleen Deroo guide young readers through the hidden world below the Earth’s surface. From magma and minerals to fungi and the impact of climate change: this richly illustrated book reveals how soil is formed, introduces the creatures that call it home, and explains why the ground is crucial to our future.

With inventive hands-on activities and surprising facts, this book sparks wonder in young and old alike. Stefanie Van Hertem’s beautiful illustrations bring the invisible world underground to life. ‘Wonderground’ is a unique must-have for every curious young reader.



 is a scientist at the Institute for Agricultural, Fisheries and Food Research (ILVO). Sarah is actively involved in international research projects and in public debate on soil and water management.



 is a soil scientist. She studies the fascinating symphony between soil life, soil carbon and other nutrients, and their link to human activities such as land management and climate change.



is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator of, among others, children’s books. Her book ‘Papa Max et Papa Lou’ has been picked up by international publishers.



Wondergrond

Wonderground

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