John Saul is an American author known for his bestselling suspense and horror novels. Many of his works have appeared on the New York Times Best Seller list. Born in Pasadena and raised in Whittier, California, Saul attended several universities but did not earn a degree. He spent years honing his craft, writing under pen names before finding mainstream success. His breakout novel, Suffer the Children (1977), launched his prolific career, and has sold over 60 million copies worldwide.

Some of his notable works include Cry for the Strangers, which was adapted into a TV movie, and The Blackstone Chronicles series. In addition to his novels, Saul has written one-act plays that have been produced in Los Angeles and Seattle. In 2023, he was honored with the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement.