The American Book Center

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The American Book Center

Independent English-language bookstore in the Netherlands with stores in Amsterdam (1972), The Hague (1976) and Leidschendam (2021).
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Call or email our stores for real-time stock checks: www.abc.nl We are independent English-language booksellers in the Netherlands with stores in Amsterdam, The Hague and Leidschendam, working with a creative and dedicated team of international booklovers. Most of our books, magazines and merchandise are imported from the US and the UK.

02/06/2026

Today brings two of the most anticipated novels of the year and they’re absolute must-reads.

🌿 Land by Maggie O’Farrell is a sweeping historical epic set in post-Famine Ireland, following a family whose lives are transformed by memory, loss, and the power of the land itself.

☀️ Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer, a witty, heartwarming Tuscan adventure about a young archivist, an eccentric baronessa, and a quest for lost love before it’s too late.

Two brilliant authors, two unforgettable journeys!

30/05/2026

Every indie bookstore is a sight to behold and deserves a little more love. Share if you agree, and tell us about another indie bookstore you love.

29/05/2026

We love how many brilliant and amazing new books keep arriving every week, and the last couple have been especially good. Honestly, we want to read them all!

What are you reading at the moment?
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28/05/2026

📢 Public service announcement: if you’re planning to buy books, please don’t stroll into the store 1 minute before closing. Contrary to popular belief, booksellers also enjoy sitting on a sun-drenched terrace with a cold beer instead of waiting for your “quick browse” through 3 floors of fiction. 🍺

24/05/2026

Doctor’s orders: one scoop every 15 minutes?

23/05/2026

We hope to see you!

22/05/2026

Expectation vs. Reality 📚
We asked the ABC booksellers to join the trend, and this time Pleun’s up! From unexpected favorites to books that disappointed, these are her picks.

Do you agree with her take, or did anything make your TBR? Let us know ⬇️

20/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome Robbyn Layne to ABC for a conversation around her debut book Kissing the Muse: A Messy Magical Memoir & Creative Guide. 📚✨

Part memoir, part creative companion, the book explores what it means to reconnect with creativity in an honest, imperfect, and personal way. Through stories from her own life, reflective prompts, and playful exercises, Robbyn invites readers to let go of perfectionism and make space for curiosity, intuition, and creative joy again.

During the event, Robbyn will be in conversation with ABC’s Claudio Tapia, with readings from the book and a few interactive creative moments inspired by The Messy Magical Muse card deck.

The event is free to attend, but we’d love for you to RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Find the link here: https://abc.nl/events/event-details/an-afternoon-with-robbyn-layne/3633

19/05/2026

This Pentecost weekend (aka Pinksteren) , Friday, May 22nd to Monday, May 25th, we’re putting the book boxes outside for a mega Yard Sale in Amsterdam📚

Lots of romance, general fiction, thrillers and some amazing hidden gems.

Paperbacks €5
Hardcovers €7.50

We’ll start sometime within the first hour after opening each day (Friday around 11am) and keep going until closing , or until the boxes are empty.

☔ No sale in heavy rain or stormy weather.

What are you hoping to find?

More info https://abc.nl/events/event-details/yard-sale-in-abc-amsterdam/3635

18/05/2026

Join us for an afternoon with author Satarupa Bose Roy as presents Where Do They Belong? a powerful and deeply human exploration of the lives behind the asylum debate.

Through real stories of refugees and asylum seekers in the Netherlands, the book sheds light on resilience, uncertainty, belonging, and the human realities often lost behind politics and headlines.

The event includes a presentation, conversation, and book signing. Free entry but please sign up in advance: https://abc.nl/events/event-details/an-afternoon-with-satarupa-bose-roy/3597

Adres

Spui 12
Amsterdam
1012XA

Telefoon

+31206255537

Website

http://www.abc.nl/

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