Sam Yan Press Receives Support from Prof. Marcus Rediker and the University of Pittsburgh to Translate ‘History From Below’ Graphic Novels into Thai

We are thrilled to announce that Sam Yan Press has received invaluable support from Prof. Marcus Rediker and the University of Pittsburgh to translate a series of groundbreaking graphic novels, History From Below. These works, co-created by renowned historian Prof. Marcus Rediker and artist David Lester, bring to life the stories of marginalized figures in […]

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November 16, 2024

Speech at Harvard: Why We Need Diverse Ideas in Thai Society – The Role of Sam Yan Press in Building a Healthy Democracy

This article is based on my talk at the Harvard Asia Center on October 24, 2024. I would like to extend my gratitude to Prof. James Robson, the former director of the center and now the director of the Harvard-Yenching Institute, for kindly introducing me. I am deeply honored that Sam Yan Press has been […]

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November 14, 2024

The Social Movement in Thailand You Never Heard: The Endorsement for “The Last Breath of Sam Yan”

Netiwit, founder Tucked away in the heart of Bangkok is Sam Yan, an enduring symbol of a Thai-Chinese heritage tracing back to the era of Rama V. Originating from an overflow of the thriving Chinatown, the area rapidly transformed into one of Thailand’s most culturally rich locales. Today, amidst the cacophony of modern life, Sam […]

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October 5, 2023

Incoming Feminist and LGBTQ Books at Sam Yan Press

Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal, founder At Sam Yan Press, a spirited, student-run press based in Thailand, our dedication reaches beyond merely printing words on pages. We forge a space where critical narratives, particularly those echoing the voices of the underrepresented, find a home and a platform. Our newly crafted ‘Feminist Sam Yan’ section keenly spotlight works that […]

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October 3, 2023

Statement on the Student-Run Press Approached by the Chinese Businessman to Shut Down the Company

Established in 2017, Sam Yan Press was founded to introduce and spread progressive ideas such as democracy, freedom, human rights, feminism, and civil disobedience into Thai society. We provide spaces for students to deliberate their thoughts and opinions and translate the knowledge into action.  Time Is on Our Side: A Birthday Book for Joshua Wong, […]

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October 26, 2022