JH Novels

I didn’t always have a passion for writing or reading. But in my early teens, I started keeping a daily journal, a habit I maintained for a decade. My goal was simply to record my everyday experiences, but over time, this practice helped me improve my writing skills and sparked my interest in reading. Eventually, I found myself drawn to books on martial arts, the mind, and other subjects. Now, both reading and writing have become things I genuinely enjoy.

In truth, the prices are quite reasonable. The most expensive titles range from 300 to 320 baht, which is relatively low for English-language books in Thailand. Typically, books written by native English speakers can cost around 500 baht or more—excluding shipping and handling fees. At JH Novels, the author aims to keep his books affordable while still earning a modest profit. A portion of the proceeds is also allocated to support environmental initiatives.

One of the greatest challenges in writing is managing time effectively. Carving out dedicated moments to write can often be difficult amidst other responsibilities.

It's difficult to pinpoint exactly how—I simply take action. Whether it's creating videos, writing books, designing worksheets, or producing content for social media and live streams to inspire and motivate others, each task presents its own challenges. However, with time and persistence, they can all be accomplished.

This is a question that comes up frequently, even at his schools. Yes, Joe Howard was ordained as a Buddhist monk. It had been a long-held aspiration since he began studying Buddhism in 2004, and in October 2023, he was able to realize that goal. Although his time in the monastic life was brief due to his teaching commitments, it was a deeply meaningful and fulfilling experience.

The primary reason is that traditional publishing companies often require authors to cover the costs of publishing their own work, without any guarantee of commercial success. Additionally, authors are frequently responsible for various hidden expenses throughout the process. To maintain creative control and manage costs more effectively, Mr. Howard established JH Novels and chose the path of self-publishing.

Yes, but it depends on the deal made between the author and JH Novels.