JH Tomen is a fantasy writer based in Chicago. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, JH did a fair bit of traveling and moving before finding his beloved second home. He lived in Harbin, China, and Washington DC before being lured in by the Chicago hot dog. (Please send all hot dog related complaints to the contact form).

He is a lover of languages, and speaks Chinese and Spanish (and he can’t wait to translate his books for international friends!) Originally hoping to do some kind of international work, JH studied international economics and international affairs. (If only all that training could help him deal with those pesky Berillai!)

In the end though, our lives are the people we spend them with, and Chicago will always be home for the friends, family, and community JH so treasures. You can find him reading (Sanderson anyone?!), volunteering, and gaming. More than anything, JH is incredibly grateful for readers like you and the worlds we all get to build together. Thanks for being you!