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SERGE LAMORAL

COPAIN, BREAD, GUTS & LIFE

“From bakery school to Atelier Co-pains, the recipe for courage and self-confidence.”

Serge Lamoral discovered at a young age that true wealth does not begin with diplomas or luck, but with the courage to believe in yourself. What started as a boyhood dream in baking school grew into a life path full of passion, craftsmanship and entrepreneurship.

With discipline, creativity and an indomitable drive, Serge brought his talents to fruition – from the ovens of top businesses to building Atelier Co-pains, a brand that became synonymous with quality and innovation. His story shows that with courage, perseverance and love for your craft, you not only bake bread, but also shape your own future.

An inspiring book for anyone who wants to follow their dreams, even if the road to achieving them is not straight but full of twists and turns.

Antwerp, 1943. While the persecution of the Jews rages on, Martinus’ mother sends him out to gather wood. In a deserted grove, he encounters Esther, a Jewish girl on the run. Her family has been arrested by the Gestapo, she is alone, frightened; and no longer safe anywhere.

What begins as a chance encounter develops into a deep friendship between two young people, each with their own background, beliefs, and fears. When Martinus is also forced to go into hiding, they flee together to the countryside, where a cautious love blossoms in silence.

In this moving story, the author provides a poignant insight into the lives of people in hiding during the Second World War. Amidst betrayal, deportations, and loss of identity, hope nevertheless shines through time and again. The power of mutual respect and humanity forms the backbone of this book.

“Martinus’ Great War” – A moving story about courage, friendship, and hope in dark times

The expressionists of Zoerle Village is a sharp, witty novella about Kurt Kerkenaar, a disillusioned young man stuck in a dead-end job. When he stumbles upon an old TV interview, he uncovers the forgotten legacy of his grandfather—a once-promising artist lost to time. As Kurt digs deeper, he unravels family secrets, unresolved traumas, and the complexities of moral judgment.

Koen Delbeke – A Russian translator from Leuven, crafts darkly comic tales of obsession, conflict, and dysfunctional families. His sharp mix of social commentary and absurd humor is perfect for fans of witty, thought-provoking fiction.

A compelling mix of history, humor, and introspection – perfect for lovers of literary fiction.

In Ukrainian Stories, nine leading Ukrainian women writers, now scattered around the world, share their personal stories of homesickness and adaptation to new cultures. This book is a collection of reflections on life in exile, mixed with hope and renewal, as they struggle with their identity and the concept of home.

Each story highlights the challenges and enriching experiences of living far from home, and offers an in-depth look at the strength and resilience of these women abroad.

INCLUDING NICA NICALEO’S PAMPHLET BANNED IN RUSSIA

The Punk Explosion in Belgium 1976–1979 — a 800 page book, more than 1000 photos – documenting how Belgium became one of the first countries to catch the punk rock shockwave.

With the UK just across the Channel, Belgian teens were ferrying to London in ‘76, soaking up the underground scene, and bringing back records, fashion, fanzines, and fire. They didn’t just import punk—they ignited it locally. Bloody Belgium is the definitive chronicle of that explosive moment.

Nicknamed the Belgian punk bible, it features all the belgian punk bands from this era (there were a lot!), interviews with dozens of key figures. When naming a famous Belgian might he hard, you surely will know punk-legends as The Kids (who still play in the original line-up!), X-pulsion, Chainsaw, and Raxola to forgotten gems like SIC, Burk, or Karton.

This is more than a music book. It’s a document of rebellion, resistance, and raw creativity. A time capsule, a tribute—and yes, a riot in print.