About the ABE

Welcome to the ABE!

The fourth edition of the ABE will take place in April 2027 – the edition scheduled for 9 September has unfortunately been postponed due to the nationwide public transport strike on that day. As soon as we have a definite date, all guests will be sent an update.

Van Ditmar Boekenimport organises the Amsterdam Book Event (ABE). Invited booksellers from the Netherlands and Belgium are welcome at the restaurant Pllek at the NSDM yard in Amsterdam.

What is the Amsterdam Book Event?
The Amsterdam Book Event is all about the English-language book. Nine major British and American publishers are coming to the Netherlands especially for this exclusive event to inspire you with the best forthcoming titles from their offerings. In short: the books you should not miss.
In addition to fiction and non-fiction, various art and illustrated titles are also featured - Van Ditmar believes it is important to provide you as a bookseller with broad information.

From 9:30 - 15:30 the publishers present will give an inspiring presentation on the books you really should not miss this autumn and winter. Afterwards, you are more than welcome to join us for drinks and networking. Here you can enjoy a snack and a drink with all publishers, fellow booksellers and Van Ditmar employees.

In between the presentations, there will also be a coffee break and a well catered lunch for all guests. For questions about the ABE, please visit our FAQ.