Born and raised in the tropical heat of North Queensland, Australia, Benjamin (Ben, Benny, Benji, or any name spoken kindly) has always had his nose in books of magic, heroes, and the supernatural. He began writing at the age of fifteen—an enthusiasm that grew into both a passion and a lifelong habit, as well as a constant distraction from his work as a physiotherapist.

When he isn’t writing or treating patients, he can usually be found wandering the worlds created by his beloved books, films, and games.

Beckoning of the Gate is the first entry in his debut fantasy series: The Vāyilian Threads. And old gods willing, it won’t be his last.