Tom Benson
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In 1969 at the age of 17, Tom left his native Glasgow to join the British Army. He had a successful military career, serving for 23 years. His next move was into Retail Management, in which he was employed from 1992 to 2012.
He has been writing since 2007. Tom has published seven novels, five anthologies of short stories, and a series of five anthologies of genre-based poetry. He has six short stories published in other anthologies. He is presently working on another standalone novel and a five-part series novel. Tom is also a self-taught artist. He is married with a grown up son.
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Ten Days in Panama
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Romance-based thriller
Pete Harris is 48 and a dedicated Investigative Journalist. He is passionate about conservation and will challenge anyone prepared to abuse the natural order. In 2009, a fear of open water doesn’t prevent him chasing a story. In the North Atlantic the Englishman is almost killed by a man with secrets. One year later Pete accepts an assignment which will once again involve embracing his only fear. Marine Biologist, Dr. Gloria Banderas is devoted to her job in a small lab on Panama’s Pacific coast. Gloria is 43 and due to her daily swim is extremely fit. She has many admirers, but feels in control of her life and emotions. One day in 2010 she receives an email from England. A man is requesting her help with his next assignment. They will spend ten days together, during which, their emotions will go on a rollercoaster ride. During this time, an adversary will attempt to kill both of them.
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Beyond The Law: Formation
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Crime thriller
*Re-titled - previously Beyond The Law In January 1996, Phil McKenzie leads his Special Air Service team, on a secret mission into Kentobi, Africa. An assassin codenamed Chameleon, kills the Kentobi president, but Phil is framed for the murder. He negotiates liberty at a high price; an end to his military career. Following a brief secondment to the Metropolitan Police and discharge from the Army, Phil returns to his hometown as Hawk, a vigilante. The term, ‘deniable ops’, finds new meaning as Phil tackles Glasgow’s underworld with his small, unique team. Using stealth, intelligence, and bloody violence, Phil hunts down the city’s Godfather.
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Amsterdam Calling
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Psychological thriller
Dan and Crystal meet by chance, in Amsterdam in the summer of 2013. Dan is 35, and a British journalist with reasons to take a break. Crystal is 30, and an American fashion designer, eager to trace her European ancestors. There is a chemistry, which develops as they visit many places of interest in the wonderful city of Crystal’s heritage. She traces family heroes from the time of the Holocaust. It comes to light that she has at least one living relative still in the area. During their first days together, the couple discovers that a British hit-man is hunting for Dan, and a neo-Nazi group is investigating Crystal, because of her connections to the Dutch Resistance.
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A Taste of Honey
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Crime thriller
On 14th June 2003, Kimberley Forest a detective with the NYPD, is awakened by the buzz of her cell phone. She checks the display and sees that the caller is Harriet, her teenage sister. When Kimberley listens to her cell, she hears a brief conversation between two men. In less than an hour, the off-duty officer is driving 700 miles to the family home in Greensburg, Indiana. What Kimberley finds in the basement has a profound effect on her. Her teenage sister’s fate initiates a chain of events that will affect the lives of many others, and not in a good way. Kimberley mysteriously disappears and a merciless vigilante begins a reign of summary justice.
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Smoke & Mirrors: and other stories
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Crime thriller
Mixed genre anthology You will find here, a collection of 12 stories suitable for anybody who enjoys the challenge of good versus evil. I believe the stories will have a wide appeal because I’ve used a variety of genre and circumstances. One of these stories is a competition winner and two of them appear in other anthologies.
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Coming Around: and other erotic stories
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Erotic anthology
The stories in this collection contain graphic descriptions of sexual activity. Please do not purchase this book, or read the stories if you are any of the following: Under 18-years-old, prudish, unimaginative, easily offended, narrow-minded, or homophobic. A ‘dirty dozen’ tales to tempt, tease and titillate, which include: heterosexual, bi-curious, gay, ménages, cross-dressing, transgender, voyeurism, and BDSM. If you are honest about your sexual fantasies, even if you don’t talk about them, you’ll find something in here to appeal to you.
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Give & Take: A Tale of Erotica
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Erotica
Nick and Kirsten are an attractive couple in their early 20’s and share an apartment. To the outside world they are perfectly matched, but behind closed doors things are not so straightforward. Nick’s appetite for sexual experimentation goes beyond what Kirsten will allow. Kirsten’s love for Nick is pushed to the limit, however, she confides in a friend and takes a course of action that nobody would have expected – least of all her boyfriend. The couple find themselves in a world where they will both see fantasy become reality, but at what cost?
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Beyond The Law: Retribution
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Crime Thriller
In February 2004, Martin Cameron is sprung from custody on the streets of Glasgow. The ruthless gangster vanishes, but not before leaving instructions for trusted henchmen. A period of mayhem ensues which includes the murder of two outlaw bikers. Phil McKenzie aka Hawk, calls a meeting of his small vigilante team, but will they make allies of the Mental Riders Motor Cycle Club? Will the police recall July 1996 and once again leave battle to commence? There are turbulent times ahead for many hearts and minds – and Scotland’s underworld.
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Beyond The Law: Consequences
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Crime Thriller
In August 2004, close relatives of three recently deceased Glasgow gangsters are looking for answers, and revenge. Those intent on causing more bloodshed have yet to meet each other. Will they form an alliance, or handle their issues as individuals? Phil and Annabel have handed over the running of BTL Enterprises, but will they be called out of early retirement? Why would a flag be flying from a castle ruin on a Scottish island? 
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A Time for Courage: and other military stories
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Military Fiction
A collection of 12 stories created using a wide spectrum of scenarios. Military experiences can be funny, heart-breaking and, everything in between. This anthology is a blend of my personal experience and knowledge together with specially created pieces to highlight the peaks and troughs of service life. These tales can be enjoyed equally by those who have served and, those who have never donned a uniform. Humour, fact, fiction, and fantasy are used to portray service in theatres as varied as Vietnam, Northern Ireland, Ancient Briton, the Persian Gulf, Africa, and elsewhere. Sample A Time for Courage
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