Pronouns: He/Him Location: Badlands of Alberta, Canada Background: More than 20 years in indie publishing
Creative Roles
Author, Poet, Filmmaker, Podcaster
Signature Project
Echoes of a Hermit
Genres & Themes
Genres: Speculative Fiction, YA Contemporary, Environmental Fiction, Political Fiction, Poetry Themes: Environmental justice, youth agency, AI and ethics, resilience, identity
Notable Works
Draconim
YA eco-fiction series centering youth and environmental activism
MacIver Kids Adventures
YA sci-fi series about a diverse found family whose interstellar missions uncover ancient civilizations, hidden legacies, and the power of chosen bonds
The Life of Phi
Speculative novel exploring AI, human identity, and hidden design
Inversion
Apocalyptic eco-thriller where volcanic eruptions encase the Earth in ice and awaken prehistoric creatures
RePHleXions: Echoes of Existence
Near-future novel exploring surveillance, digital addiction, and resistance in an AI-controlled world
Stone & Signal
Reflective podcast currently in development, blending storytelling, resistance, and future-focused thought
Creative Focus
Fiction at the intersection of environment, AI technology, identity, and justice
Personal
Companion Animals: Two loyal collies
Availability
Author visits, podcast guesting, keynote speaking, panels, consulting on eco-fiction or indie publishing
Lawrence Nault is an author and storyteller whose work spans speculative fiction, poetry, film, and podcasting. His narratives traverse genre boundaries to explore the intersections of identity, technology, and the natural world. Drawing from lived experience and a deep connection to the Alberta Badlands, Nault crafts emotionally resonant stories that reflect on the fragility of self in an AI-shaped future and the evolving relationship between humanity and the environment.
His work is characterized by lyrical prose, emotional depth, and a quiet urgency that invites reflection on the complexities of our rapidly shifting world. Beyond the page, Nault is a passionate speaker who engages audiences in conversations about creative process, ecological awareness, and the power of story to challenge systems, reclaim space, and imagine futures worth living for.
🎙 Speaking Topics
Nault speaks on a range of topics at the intersection of art, ethics, and imagination:
The Power of Storytelling in a Technological Age
How narratives shape identity and society amid rapid technological change.
Writing the Future
Crafting speculative fiction that resonates with contemporary fears, hopes, and injustices.
Indie Publishing Insights
Lessons from 20+ years in independent publishing—building a career without compromise.
Connecting with the Natural World Through Story
How narrative deepens ecological awareness and connection to place.
Workshops on Creative Writing
Voice, worldbuilding, emotional resonance, and writing from the margins.
Audience & Format
Lawrence offers in-person and virtual engagements tailored for:
Writers & Aspiring Authors
Craft-focused workshops and discussions on the realities of indie publishing.
Educational Institutions
Lectures and classroom visits for students in creative writing.
Literary Festivals & Conferences
Panel discussions, readings, and keynote talks.
Community & Environmental Organizations
Talks that connect storytelling to ecological justice, and resilience.