Jake Needham

New York Times Bestselling Author, legal expert, and captivating speaker known for his engrossing novels and insightful keynotes on South Asian affairs.

Books

And Brother It’s Starting to Rain, Don’t Get Caught, The Girl in the Window, The Dead American, The King of Macau, The Umbrella Man, A World of Trouble, The Ambassador’s Wife, Killing Plato, Laundry Man, The Big Mango, The Nineteen, Mongkok Station…

Language (s)

English

Travels From

Bangkok, Thailand

Engagement Fee

available upon request

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Biography

Jake Needham is a celebrated New York Times Bestselling Author, an accomplished jurist, and an expert on South Asian affairs. With over a dozen published novels, Needham is a master storyteller, weaving intricate tales that effortlessly transport readers to other worlds. His stories often tackle subjects that some authors shy away from, shining a light on hidden truths and exposing some of society’s darkest aspects. The power of his words is unmatched, and he continues to amaze readers and inspire world leaders alike.

Needham’s expertise on South Asian topics is unparalleled and much sought after, having previously worked in the region, and with extensive knowledge in the legal and political landscape coupled with apt research. He has translated his detailed insight into various books, including his critically acclaimed titles such as The Ambassador’s Wife and The Umbrella Man. Moreover, Needham’s rich knowledge and careful analysis of South Asia politics and culture, have led him to speak at home and abroad on several strategic and public engagements. By bringing this depth and breadth of expertise to the stage, he shares a wealth of information with his listeners along with his experiences as an author, lawyer, and writer.

As a keynote speaker, Jake Needham mesmerizes audiences with his natural stage presence, wit, and humor, combining this charm with his ability to tease out the critical themes of the day, making his talks meaningful and thought-provoking. When Needham speaks, people sit up and take notice, knowing that they are about to be treated to an experience they won’t soon forget. His words are powerful and inspiring, conveying that everyone possesses the power and potential to create change if they are willing to overcome their fears and challenges. Time with Jake is a momentous exercise in learning, refreshing the horizon, and unleashing the creative power necessary for personal and organization success.

Jake Needham has set himself apart as a master in his craft, a renowned choice of speaker for specialized and general gatherings, with his bespoke, engaging, and informative presentation accentuated by his commitment to providing insights on personal and professional growth, cultural relevance, legal intricacies, and the practicalities of life in an ever-changing world. It’s no surprise then that audiences respond to his words with enthusiasm and admiration, knowing they’ve just heard from a true expert and master of his craft.

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Testimonials

Jake Needham is probably the best known American writer almost no one in America has ever heard of.

Hong Kong Magazine

Jake Needham is Asia’s most stylish and atmospheric writer of crime fiction

The Singapore Straits Times

Mr. Needham seems to know rather more than one ought about these things

Wall Street Journal

Needham certainly knows where a few bodies are buried

Asia Inc.

Needham writes so you can smell the spicy street food, the traffic jams, the sweat, and the garbage