John Howe

Contributing Writer
The Good Life - John Howe
The Good Life - John Howe

After winning an essay competition in junior school the writing bug got to me, the bug is still eating away at my innards.

I spent 10 years as a qualified nurse in Britain’s National Health Service then 20 years as a university lecturer, where writing for publication was de rigueur. I regularly contributed articles on my clinical and academic specialities of cardiology and human sexuality/sexual health, to a variety of nursing journals in the UK.

I now live and work in Thailand and have written extensively on Thailand and its attractions and customs. I am a contributing editor for Thailand Health and Beauty Directory and Thailand Trade and Tourism Directory amongst a host of other publications.

Since arriving in Thailand I have found an enjoyable niche as a food, spa, restaurant and hotel reviewer.

I am a regular contributor to Asian lifestyle magazines: Expatweekend Thailand, Hua Hin Weekend, Expatweekend Singapore and have a monthly men's health column in Out in Thailand magazine. I am an 'honorary editor' to the BNH Hospital in Bangkok.

My newspaper, magazine and ezine articles have been published in the UK, the USA, Ireland, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia.

If you would like to contact me by email I welcome any feedback

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Apr 14, 2012 - John Howe
Bangkok Christian Cemetery
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Apr 3, 2012 - John Howe
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Feb 23, 2012 - John Howe
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Feb 10, 2012 - John Howe
The Language of Valentine's Day Flowers
Roses, orchids, gardenias and daisies all say "I love you". The secret language of flowers will unlock the secret love.
Feb 7, 2012 - John Howe
Christmas Hamper Food and Drink Suggestions
Christmas hampers are a traditional part of Christmas forget the ubiquitous store-bought hampers, make up your own. What better way to say Merry Christmas?
Feb 4, 2012 - John Howe
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The Clinic Cafe in Gurney Plaza is one of Penang's essential experiences; a fun restaurant with good food and interesting decor, it is not to be missed.
Jan 10, 2012 - John Howe
The History of Santa Claus's Red Suit
Red and white are universal symbols of Santa Claus and of the Coca-Cola Company, so much so that many think the company invented Santa's clothes.
Dec 10, 2011 - John Howe
The Night Before Christmas
No one has done more to create the image of Santa Claus than Clement Clarke Moore in his poem A Visit From Saint Nicholas or The Night Before Christmas
Dec 8, 2011 - John Howe
Felin Fach Griffin Restaurant Brecon
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Nov 21, 2011 - John Howe