Joke van Leeuwen is one of the Netherlands’ most original and beloved writers. Her work spans novels, poetry, essays, and award-winning books for children, all marked by wit, imagination, and a playful use of language and image. Van Leeuwen’s stories often explore the boundaries between fantasy and reality, inviting readers to look differently at the world around them. In addition to her literary work, she is an accomplished performer, combining word and image in captivating stage presentations. Her many awards include the Theo Thijssen Prize, the Constantijn Huygens Prize, and the Gouden Griffel.