Hasselaar Philippe Werck (73) passed away: the man behind the major Dutch-language children's publisher Clavis

Philippe Werck, founder of the children's book publisher Clavis, has passed away at the age of 73 after battling cancer. He established Clavis in 1981, transforming it into a major player in the Dutch-speaking children's publishing industry with branches in Hasselt, Amsterdam, and New York. In 2018, he transferred ownership to his daughters, Kristien and Sigrid, who took on leadership roles. Werck was dedicated to supporting authors and illustrators, notably through the Key Colours competition aimed at discovering new talent. His legacy will continue through his daughters and the Clavis team, who aim to create and share valuable stories.