Raymond Benson is an American author best known for being the official author of the adult James Bond novels from 1997 to 2003.
Benson was born in Midland, Texas and graduated from Permian High School in Odessa in 1973. In primary school Benson took an interest in the piano which would later in his life develop into an interest in composing music (mostly for theatrical productions). Benson also took part in drama at school and became the vice president of his high school's drama department, an interest that he would later pursue by directing stage productions in New York City after attending and receiving a degree in Drama Production—Directing from the University of Texas at Austin.
His other hobbies include film history and criticism, writing, and designing computer games.
Raymond Benson's website
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