Panaji, March 23 (IANS) Coen Reuvers, a senior Philips India official, is busy number crunching during the week, but on weekends he relaxes doing what he loves best - writing books for children as he "loves to tell stories and dreams weird things".

"My first book took over two and a half years to complete. I did a lot of research on it. It's a historical novel set in 1590," Reuvers, CFO of Philips India for the Indian subcontinent, told IANS.

Reuvers, who has spent four years in India, said: "I love to tell stories. I dream weird things. Writing books is great fun."

His first book, written in the Dutch language, was called "Stad Van Oranje" (City of Orange). "It got a good response and is accepted in all libraries. The second edition was sold out," said Reuvers with a big smile on his wrinkled face.

Reuvers, 57, said he thinks over the subject matter for his book during the week and writes on weekends. "I would write on Saturday and Sunday mornings."

His next book is a magical fairy tale for children over 10 years. "It is based on the thought that fairy tales in the world exists by the people believing in it."

Reuvers said that writing books keeps him "young". The second book is expected to be out this year and it would have several drawings.

"When I was looking forward, I was thinking what I will do. Now, I am writing books," the expatriate said as he prepares to pack his bags to leave the country soon.