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Ben English's thriller series, Jack Be Nimble: Gargoyle Book 1, was based on a short story written for a literary contest while he was an undergraduate student. He was first published at age 14 in Merlyn's Pen magazine.

In addition to working as a novelist, and freelance writer, Ben is the head of marketing for an international technology services provider based in Florida.

When he's not writing or busy with work, he swims competitively and leisurely.

Ben currently lives in the Orlando, Florida area with his wife and two children, who infuse his life with hilarity and inspiration. ...more

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	Gargoyle (Jack Be Nimble #1) 3.60 avg rating — 107 ratings — published 2011 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tyro (Jack Be Nimble #2) 4.30 avg rating — 27 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Crystal Falcon (Jack Be Nimble #3) 4.26 avg rating — 27 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Lion about to Roar (Jack Be Nimble #4) 4.32 avg rating — 22 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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