Hi, I’m Ben!

I’m a book‑lover who writes reviews and occasional life musings from a small town outside Augusta Maine. The first time I got lost in a story was later in life when I first read The Lord of the Rings.

When I’m not turning pages, you’ll probably find me hiking through Maine’s beautiful woods or wrangling my two boys (8 and 11). Right now I’m into horror; Stephen King really is the king of horror.

I’d love to hear what you’re reading or what moments in your life have inspired you. Send me an email at [email protected], follow me on Bluesky @thebenaustin.bsky.social, checkout my profile on Hardcover @thebenaustin. Let’s keep the conversation going!