“I am endlessly fascinated by sexuality—it’s almost embarrassing how much it shows in my published works. Similarly, I’m always exploring grief and the loss of innocence. Writing 200 Monas felt like a fun way to explore both simultaneously. The intersection between grief and sex somehow reminded me of being young, when the death of my father coincided with my spring awakening; I was always seeking refuge in romantic relationships, sexy films, and perverted conversations with my friends. I wanted to write something that captured that dichotomy in some way, this idea of being sad and horny at the same time.”
― Jan Saenz, Interview, Writers Digest
What booksellers are saying about 200 Monas
- After her mother dies, Arvy has 48 hours to sell the drugs she left behind or else she dies. A funny story about grief, sex, and drugs. I loved every aspect of this unhinged, drug-fueled adventure.
― Anna, The Underground Bookshop, Carrollton, Georgia | BUY
- Not totally marketed as horror but I definitely felt the dread. This book was sexy, uncomfortable, and skin-crawling in several ways. Will be a fun recommend for more adventurous readers
― Zack Sunda, Novel., Memphis, Tennessee | BUY
- Well THAT was a wild ride. I’m discovering that “unhinged feminist fiction” is a sub-genre that really resonates with me. And this was definitely unhinged.
― Kate Snyder, Plaid Elephant Books, Danville, Kentucky | BUY
- This was a fun read that is equally heartfelt as it was wild and sexy.
― Annastasia Williams, The Bottom, Knoxville, Tennessee | BUY
About Jan Saenz
Jan Saenz is an author, poet, and educator who lives near Houston, Texas. 200 Monas is her debut novel.
