Dutch & Belgian Anthologies, Etc.

Poetry and short stories published in several Dutch and Belgian anthologies and other books.


2017: “Draaimolen” (Chair-O-Planes), published in book De Leidse Kermis – een zaak van formaat by 3 October Vereeniging Leiden & De Uiver
Poem about a ride on a Chair-O-Planes seen through the eyes of a child.

2017: “Droomkoning” (Dream King), published in technical reading book for primary school Flits 3 — Leesboek E4-M5 by Noordhoff Uitgevers
Children’s poem about a child tapping into the power of their mind after being bullied.

2015: “IJstijd” (Ice Age), published in poetry anthology Beeldspraak by ArtBook Uitgevers
Poem about the now and the past blending during a child’s play with a couple of ice sticks.

2015: “Droomkoning” (Dream King), published in poetry anthology War, Peace and Beauty — Dichten Voor Water II by Stichting Aquarius
Poem about a child tapping into the power of their mind after being bullied.

2014: “Bloedhart” (Blood Heart), published in short story anthology Fantastisch Strijdtoneel IV by Books of Fantasy
Fantasy short story about a blacksmith’s helper who tries to woo a bewitching princess with a special gift.
>> Now available in English as part of the ebook Tales of Metamorphosis

2013: “Mierenstoet” (Ant Parade), published in poetry anthology Natuurlijk by ArtBook Uitgevers
Poem about the fate of a couple of ants.

2013: Zonder titel (Untitled), published in non-fiction book about writing De schrijfbijbel: De beste redacteuren van Nederland over het schrijven van een goed boek by TenPages
Scene showcasing zoom in, zoom out writing technique.
Winner of the TenPages Writing Bible competition.

2012: “Nachtvlucht” (Night Flight), published in short story anthology Fantastisch Strijdtoneel III by Books of Fantasy
Fantasy short story about a temple servant who has to protect a secret package with her life.
>> Now available in English as part of the ebook Tales of Metamorphosis

2012: “Droomkoning” (Dream King), published in poetry anthology Geheimen by ArtBook Uitgevers
Poem about a child tapping into the power of their mind after being bullied.
2nd place in the Hillegom Poetry Competition 2012.

2012: “Schat” (Treasure), published in poetry anthology Geheimen by ArtBook Uitgevers
Poem about a deceptive childhood memory of finding a treasure in the garden.

2012: “Wereldwens” (World Wish), published in children’s poetry & illustration anthology Querido’s Poëziespektakel 5 by Querido
Children’s poem about a child writing a wish on a Chinese sky lantern.

2011: “Steenmeisje” (Stone Maiden), published in short story anthology Fantastisch Strijdtoneel II by Books of Fantasy
Fantasy short story about a craftsman who comes face-to-face with a dangerous harpy who threatens everything he holds dear.
>> Now available in English as part of the ebook Tales of Metamorphosis

2011: “Anti-held” (Antihero), published in children’s poetry & illustration anthology Querido’s Poëziespektakel 4 by Querido
Children’s poem & illustration about being bullied and how not being a hero is the better choice sometimes.
Judy’s illustration also includes elements from another poet’s poem that was printed on the adjacent page, and filled with animal metaphors.


“Antihero” (click to enlarge)

2011: “Droomkoning” (Dream King), published in children’s poetry & illustration anthology Querido’s Poëziespektakel 4 by Querido
Children’s poem about a child tapping into the power of their mind after being bullied.

2010: “Mierenstoet” (Ant Parade), published in children’s poetry & illustration anthology Querido’s Poëziespektakel 3 by Querido
Children’s poem about the fate of a couple of ants.

2010: “Sorry” (Sorry), published in children’s poetry & illustration anthology Querido’s Poëziespektakel 3 by Querido
Children’s poem about a little girl who apologizes for a stupid fight.

2007: “Draaimolen” (Chair-O-Planes), published in poetry anthology Nu weer de kermis gloeit met duizend lichten by Nederlands Centrum voor Volkscultuur
Poem about a ride on a Chair-O-Planes seen through the eyes of a child.