Tom Benn is an award-winning British author and screenwriter known for his literary fiction and crime novels. His debut novel, "The Doll Princess," was shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize and the Portico Prize, while his subsequent works, "Chamber Music" and "Trouble Man," further established his reputation. His most recent novel, "Oxblood," earned widespread acclaim, winning the 2023 Sunday Times Charlotte Aitken Young Writer of the Year Award and receiving longlist recognition for both the Gordon Burn Prize and the CWA Gold Dagger.
Beyond his novels, Benn has contributed essays and short fiction to prestigious publications such as Granta and the Paris Review. His screenwriting talent was recognized through the BFI’s iWrite scheme, and his short film, "Real Gods Require Blood," premiered at the Cannes Film Festival before earning a Best Short Film nomination at the BFI London Film Festival. A lecturer by profession, Benn’s work often explores dark, atmospheric themes with a distinctive narrative intensity. His achievements span literature and film, marking him as a versatile and compelling voice in contemporary storytelling.