De Bezige Bij (The Busy Bee) is the most prestigious and influential literary publishing house in the Netherlands. Founded in Amsterdam in 1944 as an underground press during the Nazi occupation, it remains a symbol of intellectual resistance and high-artistic standards.
The house is the definitive home of the “Big Three” of post-war Dutch literature: Harry Mulisch, Gerard Reve, and W.F. Hermans. Its catalog is a testament to the power of the written word, featuring Nobel Prize winners and world-class intellectuals such as Toni Morrison and Samuel Beckett.
Strategic Standing in 2025
As of 2025, De Bezige Bij continues to be the primary benchmark for literary quality in Northern Europe. While it is part of the larger WPG Group, it operates with significant editorial autonomy through its own foundation. The press is renowned for its exquisite book designs and its commitment to “Slow Publishing”—prioritizing deep editorial care and long-term author relationships over fleeting market trends.
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