It's possible that:
* The name is misspelled. Perhaps you're thinking of another author with a similar name.
* The author is relatively unknown. There are many authors who publish work, but don't achieve widespread fame.
* The author writes in a specific niche. It's possible the author specializes in a particular genre or subject, making their work less visible to the general public.
To help me find the right author, could you please provide more information? For example:
* Any other details about the author's name: Are you sure about the middle initial "J"? Is there any other part of the name you remember?
* The kind of books the author writes: What genre or subject are they known for?
* Any specific titles you might remember: Do you recall the name of any of the author's books?
With more information, I can help you find the author you're looking for.