Not just a bookstore
A place for readers and dreamers
Books & Beans is an independent English bookstore and café in Tilburg, built around carefully curated books, meaningful recommendations, and a welcoming community where everyone is invited to stay awhile.
Who are we?
Daan
Founder
Bean & Taco
Ana
FounderQuality inspectors More than a bookstore
Every week, readers gather at Books & Beans to discover new books, meet like-minded people and enjoy a welcoming space where everyone is invited to stay awhile.
Staff Picks
These are our top picks. Do you want to know why? Click on the title and discover what we think about it!
Will of the Many has a very classic fantasy trope: a young man’s, Vis, kingdom gets taken over by the Republic and he wants to avenge his family, and homeland. Vis becomes an orphan and hides in a part of the Republic far away from his homeland and memories, only to be taken in by one of the Senators.
Even with the classic tropes used in the book, James Islington is doing things in such a different way, that the whole book kept me at the edge of my seat. Twists and turns at every corner. I was so enamored by this story that it was very hard to put down. Normally a book like this takes me ~4 weeks to finish. I was done in a week. A month later I was still constantly thinking about it!
If you are a fantasy fan reader, READ THIS BOOK IMMEDIATELY!
What our book club thought about it:
One of the best books I’ve ever read in my life. In simple words: People are becoming trees. But the background talks about how society has driven us to be so tired, so done, that the best option is to change our very essence, transform our DNA to be able to become one with nature once again.
What the book club thought of this book:
Honestly, no words are good enough to describe this masterpiece of a book. But heed my words, DO NOT READ IN PUBLIC unless you are comfortable with crying your eyes out in front of people.
The Names tells the story of Bear, Julian and Gordon. They are the same, but different. Each name tells the story of what destiny awaits you, depending on the name you are given.
What the book club thought about it:
Ana’s favorite Fantasy series, The name of the wind tells the story of Kvote, a prodigy orphan, that is on a mission to uncover the truth about his parents murder at the hands of the Chandra.
Full of adventure, introspection and whimsical characters, Patrick Rothfuss uses beautiful prose to create a world like no other.
An unfinished trilogy? yes, but still the most beautifully written fantasy book out there. Worth every second spent reading it, and re-reading it.
This is what the book club thought of this book:
Upcoming Events
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Boeken Rond Het Paleis
Sunday 30 August 2026
10:00 17:00Boeken Rond Het Paleis is a book fair in Tilburg surrounding the palace in the city center. We will have a stand with a wide selection of books, some second hand books, and reading accessories.
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One year of Books & Beans!
Come celebrate the first year of Books & Beans with us!
What can you expect?
Free goodiebag for the first 10 people to visit us
Raffle of a special edition!
Book signing with Shannon van Toor!
An open mic night as closing event.
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Book Launch: Trinity Pledge
We are beyond excited to be part of Kiete’s debut novel: Trinity Pledge
During this evening, we will dwell on Kiete’s writing process, hear a snippet of the book and have a Q&A with the author. You will also have the opportunity to buy the book and get it signed!
Visit our café
Are you looking for a moment of rest from your busy life?
Maybe you want to drink a coffee and read a book, but you don’t want to sit at home alone. Or do you have to study, have some work that you have to finish, and are looking for a quiet relaxing place?
Come visit our café. We have yummies.
