Jason Jones

As founder, Jason Jones stewards the unique vision for JONES Literary and oversees strategic planning, business development and campaign execution.

While all of that sounds terribly ‘corporate,’ if you know him, you know he’s anything but.  Is he responsible for those things?  Absolutely.  But what he sees as his most rewarding and critical role is the cultivating of authentic, lasting, personal relationships and the connecting of like-minded people.  Jason has always believed that what we do isn’t just author consultation/representation and book publicity–it’s a God-honoring use of our unique gifting to encourage, connect and serve others that want to share God with the world.

Previously, Jason led one of the industry’s premier Christian public relations firms, SERVE Literary & Media, which his experience and relationships gave birth to as a division of PR by the Book, LLC.  Prior to that, he spent five years with the country’s largest Christian publishing house, Thomas Nelson Publishers. Jason has led campaigns for 11 New York Times bestselling titles and has managed some of the industry’s most successful authors.

With over 20 years experience in public relations, Jason’s pre-publishing career includes having directed the efforts of one of Memphis’ most widely-respected agencies, Sossaman + Associates and six years in professional baseball, where he managed the media/PR efforts of the Memphis Redbirds — the Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals and the nation’s first not-for-profit professional sports franchise.

Jason lives with his beautiful, brilliant and hilarious wife, Tracey. They have two handsome, kind and tall sons—Jack and Charlie—and a melancholy boxer named Gus.

Mark Breta

A Chicago native, Mark understands better than most the kind of dynamic content producers are looking for in a guest. Why? Because he spent years as a producer and on-air voice at one of the country’s largest radio networks. There, he worked closely with a number of top talk radio personalities, screening pitches, booking guests and working with publicists and publishing houses to produce top-notch radio. He’s also produced podcasts and broadcasts for major networks and ministries. That combination of experience and skills allowed him to seamlessly join the Jones Literary team in 2020, where he now attentively and thoughtfully curates campaigns for a number of our top clients, as well as keeping the wheels turning by overseeing the publicity and publishing firm’s operations. 

Mark has also enjoyed time as a worship leader, independent recording artist and touring musician. In his leisure time, he enjoys attending concerts, stand-up comedy, traveling, trying new foods and being an uncle.

Marianna Gibson

Marianna’s organization and creativity have proven invaluable since joining the Jones Lit team in 2021. In recent years, as our business grew exponentially and we launched various new initiatives from an agency rebrand to speakers bureau services, web design and PR toolkits for indie authors, she kept us organized, prioritized and on schedule.

But Jones Lit isn’t the first place she’s cast her magic organizing spell. She spent over a decade as the managing editor for financial guru Dave Ramsey’s flagship website, worked in marketing at a major university and operated a small business of her own—MGibson Solutions—where she brought order and calm to a multitude of small-business owners. Throughout her career, thoughtful curation of content and genuine connection with people are where she hangs her hat.

All of these skills she also puts to great use in booking media appearances for our author clients and keeping them well-informed and prepared for each and every opportunity. 

Marianna and her family are on a mission to travel to all 50 states—and she’ll never pass up a visit to a national park.

Zoe Moody

Zoe is a storyteller with a strong background in media production, radio and digital communications. Her passion for storytelling led her to pursue a degree in Communication Studies, eventually bringing her into Christian radio at 90.9 KLRC and its sister station, 100.3 Real FM in Northwest Arkansas.

Over the years, Zoe has gained hands-on experience across multiple media platforms, including radio hosting, podcast production, video content and digital media management. She has contributed to and produced podcasts, hosted on-air programming, and worked in multimedia production and YouTube channel management, developing a well-rounded understanding of how stories are best shared across today’s media landscape.

At Jones Literary, Zoe brings this experience to her work with authors and organizations, helping clients feel prepared, confident and authentic as they share their message. Having worked in Christian media since 2021, she is grateful to serve the Lord through her work and finds deep joy in helping Christian voices communicate with clarity, excellence and integrity.

Anita Lustrea

For over 30 years, Anita enjoyed a successful career with the Moody Radio Network before transitioning into podcasting as the host of Faith Conversations. She is a speaker, retreat leader and author, as well as a certified Spiritual Director. Passionate about helping others communicate their message effectively, she works as a media trainer and coach, having served clients from Zondervan, InterVarsity Press, WaterBrook & Multnomah, Kregel and other publishers.

Recently, Anita has been exploring her artistic side, creating various sketches and paintings and sharing a new piece of art online each day. Originally from Maine and having spent many years in Chicago, she now enjoys beach life in Florida with her husband, Mike.

Meg Midwood

Meg has spent the past seven years leading digital marketing initiatives for a wide range of clients, including small business owners, physicians, attorneys, authors and large nonprofit organizations. A Georgia native, she now resides in Northern Virginia with her husband and two cats.

Drawn to the power of a good story, Meg credits her bachelor’s degree in journalism and lifelong love of writing for shaping her approach to marketing. She began her career in communications in 2014, working in the Washington, D.C., office of an international religious freedom nonprofit. From there, she went on to coordinate media buying for a direct mail firm in the D.C. area, gaining hands-on experience in performance-driven campaigns and audience targeting.

With a background that blends creative storytelling and strategic execution, Meg brings a data-informed, relationship-centered approach to digital outreach. Her work spans brand development, audience growth and campaign optimization across multiple industries.

At Jones Literary, Meg supports authors and thought leaders by helping build authentic digital brands, expand readership and navigate the evolving online landscape with clarity and purpose.

Nick Poe

Nick is a writer, designer and publisher with more than a decade of experience guiding authors from concept to finished book. He has overseen the publication of over 350 titles — including multiple bestsellers — across several successful imprints. He’s also the founder of multiple educational platforms that train writers in both the craft and business of authorship. Formally trained through a masters-level program in Christian non-fiction writing, and with a background in full-time ministry and pastoral care, he brings a rare blend of clarity, creativity and compassion to every project. A sought-after instructor, Nick has led writers workshops and publishing seminars across North America and Europe. He lives in Warsaw, Indiana, with his wife and three kids.