Francine Oomen

Francine Oomen: Beloved Children's Author

Francine Oomen is one of the most beloved children's authors in the Netherlands. She has written over 50 books, which have been translated into more than 20 languages.

Oomen's books are often praised for their humor, relatable themes, and accessible language. She writes about a wide range of topics, such as friendship, family, school, and fantasy.

One of Oomen's well-known books is Lena's Lists. This book won the Silver Pencil in 2001. Lena's Lists is a story about a girl who always makes lists to organize the chaos in her head. When her parents get divorced, she has to learn to deal with her emotions.

Another successful book by Oomen is How Do I Survive...?. This series, which now has 15 parts, tells about the adventures of a group of teenagers. How Do I Survive...? is a popular series among teenagers and has also been adapted into films.

Francine Oomen is a talented children's author who has made a significant contribution to Dutch children's literature. Her books are loved by children of all ages.

Lena's Lists

Lena's Lists is a story about a girl who always makes lists. She makes lists for everything: what she wants to eat, what she needs to buy at the supermarket, and what she needs to do to surprise her parents. Lena makes lists because she has trouble making choices. She's afraid of making the wrong choice.

When Lena's parents get divorced, she has to learn to deal with her emotions. She is scared, angry, and sad. She doesn't know what to do with her lists.

Lena begins to understand that it's okay to make mistakes. She learns to trust her own feelings. She realizes that she doesn't have to control everything.