Draft:Jonas Saul

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Jonas Saul is a Canadian-born author, editor, and writing instructor, best known for the Sarah Roberts Series and the thriller novel The Immortal Gene (2018), which received a review in Publishers Weekly praising its tension and pacing. He has published nearly sixty novels and is active as a speaker at writing conferences, film festivals, and literary events. Saul currently resides in Greece, where he leads writing retreats and masterclasses.[1][2]

Career

Saul began his professional writing career in the early 1990s. Over the following decades, he established himself primarily in the thriller genre, publishing numerous novels independently and through traditional channels. His most notable work, the Sarah Roberts Series, spans more than forty books and has attracted international readership.[3] It was optioned for screen adaptation by MadRiver Pictures.

In addition to his fiction writing, Saul works as a professional freelance editor, collaborating with publishers and providing private editorial services to authors. His editorial work focuses on narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tension.

The Immortal Gene

The Immortal Gene (2018) is a thriller novel by Saul, exploring themes of genetic experimentation, immortality, and ethical dilemmas. The book received a review in Publishers Weekly, which praised its tension and pacing while noting some inconsistencies in plotting and graphic content.[4] The novel was published through Vesuvian Media Group and is represented by Gandolfo Helin & Fountain Literary Management.[5]

Awards and Recognition

The Immortal Gene was long-listed for the Chanticleer International Book Awards in the Science Fiction category.[6]

Several novels in the Sarah Roberts Series were optioned for screen adaptation by MadRiver Pictures.

Saul has been recognized as a guest speaker and jury member at literary festivals and writing conferences internationally.

Teaching and Retreats

Saul is a frequent speaker and instructor at writing conferences, festivals, and workshops in North America and Europe. His teaching focuses on storytelling craft, including scene construction, tension, emotional stakes, and the practical realities of the publishing industry.

Since relocating to Greece, Saul has led immersive writing retreats through Imagine Greece Retreats.[7] These retreats combine writing instruction with cultural excursions and outdoor activities, including hiking. Saul also oversees guest programming and retreat logistics.

Conferences and Festivals

Saul has appeared as a speaker, presenter, guest of honor, or jury member at numerous literary and film events, including:

When Words Collide (Calgary, Alberta) — Speaker and Guest of Honor (2016–2019)

Willamette Writers Conference (Portland, Oregon) — Speaker (2018)

Book ’Em Writers Festival (Lumberton, North Carolina) — Speaker (2019)

Okanagan Valley Writers’ Festival (British Columbia) — Speaker (2016–2017)

Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival (Salmon Arm, British Columbia) — Speaker (2018)

Vancouver Writers Fest — Speaker (2019)

Surrey International Writers’ Conference — Guest (2004–2008; 2018 cruise edition)

Creative Ink Writers’ Conference (Vancouver, British Columbia) — Speaker and keynote presenter (2018–2019)

Academic and special appearances include a lecture at the University of British Columbia (2016) and a presentation at St. Catherine’s British School in Athens, Greece (2023). Saul has also served as a jury member and speaker at film festivals, including the Amorgos Film Festival in Greece (2022–2026) and the Finestra Film Festival in Portugal (2023–2026).[8]

Media Coverage

Saul’s work and career have been featured or referenced in several publications, including:

The New York Post[9]

Rolling Stone[10]

The Strand Magazine[11]

Suspense Magazine[12]

De Mode Magazine

He has also appeared in television interviews, on podcasts, and delivered recorded keynote addresses on writing and publishing.

Personal Life

Jonas Saul lives in Greece, where he continues to write, teach, and lead retreats. His work combines fiction writing with mentorship and educational initiatives for writers.

References

  1. ^ "Jonas Saul". IMDb. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  2. ^ "The Immortal Gene". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  3. ^ "The Sarah Roberts Series". Amazon. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  4. ^ "The Immortal Gene". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  5. ^ "Jonas Saul". Gandolfo Helin & Fountain Literary Management. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  6. ^ "The Immortal Gene". Vesuvian Media Group. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
  7. ^ "Jonas Saul – Imagine Greece Retreats". Imagine Greece Retreats. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  8. ^ "Finestra Film Festival". Facebook. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  9. ^ "Why Reading Retreat Vacations Are a Hot Travel Trend". New York Post. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  10. ^ "Why Reading Retreats Are Becoming a Hot Travel Trend". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  11. ^ "Daily Word Count & Writing Discipline". Strand Magazine. Retrieved 2026-01-09.
  12. ^ "Suspense Magazine Interview". Suspense Magazine. Retrieved 2026-01-09.

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