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October 2025 | Newsletter
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Please find our latest news below.
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Don't forget; on our website you are able to use translate function on top of the website, for example to read our blogs.
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Mellow Edition 2025
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The leaves are turning, and so are the pages here at Donkey Books. We’re thrilled to share an update on our incredible summer and exciting plans for the fall. It's been a season of immense growth and visibility, and it's all thanks to your support and our amazing authors.
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Over the past quarter, we've been busy bringing our unique stories to new audiences. Our books were spotlighted by Oneindig Noord-Holland, and we took to the airwaves with an appearance on the Daily Channel FM podcast. We also made a huge splash with five full pages in the NGV Amstelland chapter (no. 137, September 2025), with more publications coming soon, including in Werkgroep Duitsland (Gens Germana).
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We also connected with you in person at the Beverwijk Uit de Kunst cultural market where we hosted a book stall and a lecture on self-publishing. These initiatives are all part of our mission to ensure that our authors' voices are heard far and wide.
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To support this momentum, we've completely revamped our website! Our new online home is designed to make it even easier for you to discover our books, connect with our community, and get exclusive access to valuable content. It’s more than just a site; it's a central hub for all things Donkey Books, built to enhance your reading journey.
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As we dive into the spirit of autumn, we're in the middle of our Ghostly Scribbles writing challenge! The spooky season is the perfect time to get creative, and we encourage everyone to join in. It’s not too late to participate—you have until October 31st at 11:59 PM to submit your short story.
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Find all the details on how to enter and unleash your inner storyteller by visiting our website. We can't wait to read your chilling tales!
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As the days get shorter and the holidays approach, there's no better gift than a great book. This season, our upcoming campaign, "Share a Story, Share the Love," is all about finding the perfect Donkey Books story to share with a family member, friend, or loved one.
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Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on our special holiday promotions and to explore stories that make the perfect gift. We're sure there's a book waiting to be discovered and shared.
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Druck auf den Boden: Demographie, Bautrieb und Spezialisierung im Klein-Mimmelage (1707–1812) Stellen Sie sich vor, Sie gehen im Herbst 1812 über die Sandwege von Klein-Mimmelage. Sie hören das rhythmische Hämmern eines Zimmermanns, das Knistern von Herdfeuern und das Stimmengewirr von mehr als dreihundert Menschen, die sich auf nur vierzehn historischen Höfen drängen. Klein-Mimmelage erlebt in diesem Jahr seinen absoluten Bevölkerungshöhepunkt …
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Unverheiratet im Artland des 18. Jahrhunderts: Garnisonen, hartes Überleben und die Stimme der Kirchenbücher Wer in den alten evangelisch-lutherischen Kirchenbüchern von Badbergen und Menslage blättert, stößt auf eine Welt, die weit von unserer modernen Zeit entfernt ist. Zwischen den regelmäßigen Reihen von Taufen und Beerdigungen erzählen die Akten von der Schattenseite der Gesellschaft des 18. Jahrhunderts: dem Leben unverheirateter Mütter …
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Tausende Namen entschlüsselt: Was uns die Statistiken von Menslage über Leben und Sterben im 18. Jahrhundert verraten Mit dem Abschluss der Indexierung aller Personennamen aus den lutherischen Tauf-, Trau- und Sterberegistern des Kirchspiels Menslage (1694–1799) ist ein wichtiger Meilenstein erreicht. Insgesamt wurden mehr als 76.000 Namen zugänglich gemacht: 46.226 Taufen, 6.338 Heiraten und 23.734 Sterbefälle. Obwohl die historische Demographie oft …
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Ein vergessenes Verbrechen im Artland: Die niederländischen Plünderungen von 1628 und 1631 Wenn wir die Geschichte des Hasegaus und des Artlandes während des Dreißigjährigen Krieges (1618–1648) betrachten, stoßen wir schnell auf die klassische Studie von W. Nesemann aus dem Jahr 1899: „Die Kriegsleiden des Hasegaues und der benachbarten Gebiete während des dreißigjährigen Krieges” (veröffentlicht in den Mitteilungen des Vereins für …
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Das Vermessungsregister von 1722: Die Blaupause der Artländer Landschaft Wer die Geschichte der Artländer Bauerschaften ergründen will, stößt unweigerlich auf das Jahr 1722. In diesem Jahr fand eine großangelegte administrative Operation statt, die uns mehr als drei Jahrhunderte später einen beispiellosen Einblick in die sozioökonomischen Verhältnisse der Region gewährt. Das Vermessungsregister von 1722 – offiziell unter dem Titel “Erneuerte Grundstücks- …
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Submit Your Spine-Chilling Story!
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The spooky season is in full swing, and the spirits of creativity are whispering in our ears! We're in the midst of our "Ghostly Scribbles" writing challenge, and submissions are pouring in.
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Whether you're a seasoned storyteller or just starting out, this is your chance to share your work with an audience of fellow enthusiasts. We're looking for haunting and mysterious tales that will keep us on the edge of our seats.
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Don't wait too long, because the deadline is fast approaching: October 31, 11:59 PM! We can't wait to read the chilling tales you've come up with.
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You can find all the details on our website!
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Dive Deeper: Story Atlas
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Curious about the real-world places that bring our stories to life? Ever wondered where our characters walked or what cities set the scene for their adventures?
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We're excited to introduce the brand-new Story Atlas, a feature on our redesigned website! This interactive map takes you to the authentic locations from our novels.
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Explore the Locations: Click on the map markers to discover the places that play a role in our books.
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Gain Insight: Each location offers fascinating background information and direct links to our blogs for a deeper dive.
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Find the Story: From the atlas, you can easily click through to the books themselves, so you can start reading where the adventure began.
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Where will your journey start? Dive into the world of Donkey Books and explore the Story Atlas now!
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Social Media
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You can also find us on Social Media!
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