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Nanda Roep

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Born

in Utrecht, Netherlands

Website

http://www.nandaroep.com

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Genre

Mystery, Contemporary, Children's

Influences

[Author: Liane Moriarty]
[Author: Stephen King]
[Author: Joël Dicker]

Member Since

January 2015

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Nanda Roep is a Dutch writer and publisher, known for her work in both children's literature and adult fiction. Her feelgood novels, often with a sharp edge, are frequently compared to those of Liane Moriarty and Joël Dicker. As the driving force behind Uitgeverij Nanda, she is dedicated to bringing her stories and creative projects to life.
With a strong background in the cultural sector—including books, theater, and animation—she constantly explores new ways to tell stories, whether through picture books, cosy mysteries, or interactive projects. Currently, she is expanding her work to international markets with English translations and continues to develop fresh, innovative concepts for readers of all ages.
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Average rating: 3.71 · 697 ratings · 109 reviews · 81 distinct works

	Kisses by Nanda Roep (Goodreads Author), Marijke ten Cate (illustrator) 3.87 avg rating — 131 ratings — published 1998 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Dik, druk en dronken 3.36 avg rating — 39 ratings — published 2015 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tanja is verliefd 3.34 avg rating — 29 ratings — published 2001 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Een Geheim Luik (Plaza Patatta #1) by Nanda Roep (Goodreads Author), Georgien Overwater (Illustrator) 3.76 avg rating — 25 ratings — published 2006 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Twijfelgeval Eva 3.37 avg rating — 27 ratings — published 2008 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tanja's song 3.36 avg rating — 25 ratings — published 2002 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Leugens in de lente 3.73 avg rating — 22 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Van je familie moet je het hebben en kan je het krijgen ook 3.67 avg rating — 21 ratings — published 2014 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Roddels over Tanja 3.32 avg rating — 22 ratings — published 2003 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Bitter en glamour 3.27 avg rating — 22 ratings — published 2010 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Research for a Novel: How to Make Your Story Feel Real

One of the questions I get asked most often as a writer is: How do you do research? How do you make a story feel believable, especially when you’re writing about things you haven’t personally experienced?

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Series by Nanda Roep

Vlinders (18 books)
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3.18 avg rating — 324 ratings

Plaza Patatta (19 books)
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Silvester Zwaneveld (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator)

3.92 avg rating — 128 ratings

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Nanda Roep and 2 other people liked Mieke Schepens's review of Het Winkeltje met Niks: "Deze recensie werd eerder gepubliceerd op mijn blog GraagGelezen. "Toont betekenis van abstracte begrippen zoals consumptiemindering en klimaatbewustzijn aan een kind" Wat een prachtig concept voor een prentenboek. In een wereld waarin we vaak overspo" Read more of this review »
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Nanda Roep added a status update: I’m looking for enthusiastic ARC readers for my upcoming feelgood mystery Midlife, Mayhem and Merlot! If you love stories about women reinventing themselves (with a twist of humor and heart), I’d love to send you a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review. Interested? Comment below or sign up here: https://nandaroep.nl/reviewer-en-arc-...
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Nanda Roep rated a book it was amazing Het hoogste woord by Nanda Roep (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Als schrijfster ben ik ooit begonnen om zelf óók mijn boek de sterren te geven. Ik dacht: als ik het niet steun, waarom zou een ander het dan doen? Nu is het minder nodig, maar ik blijf het graag doen. Het voelt goed. Het is mijn kindje waar ik lang ...more
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Nanda Roep rated a book it was amazing Leugens in de lente by Nanda Roep (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Mensen die mij kennen, weten dat ik niet erg van een puntensysteem voor boeken ben... Maar ik wil tegelijkertijd wel openlijk mijn werk steunen, vandaar dat ik gewoon maar (lekker onbescheiden) het hoogste aantal aanvink. Want ja, dat is zeker wat ik ...more
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