Tom writes long and short fiction. A number of his stories are published by www.eastoftheweb.com . He is also a regular contributor to fridayflash.org.

He is currently working on a second novel and a collection of short stories.

His critically acclaimed, bestselling debut novel Painting by Numbers, a dark, psychological drama that explores the surreal complexities of the human mind, has been selected as FINALIST for The People’s Book Prize.

What the critics say about Painting by Numbers

“An accomplished debut … beautifully written, fascinating, literary thriller.” – The Kindle Book Review

“Brilliant, gripping thriller” - Beeshon Reviews

“Kafkaesque intrigue” – e-thriller Reviews

“When they coined the phrase ‘ This book is a real page turner’, they were taking about ‘Painting By Numbers.” - Book Shelf Review

It may be weird, but it’s my kind of weird. A great book, and well worth a read.” - Calum Kerr , Director of National Flash Fiction Day

” I couldn’t put it down.” - Minxemoo Reviews

“Simply Stunning.” - Frances Di Plino, bestselling author

“I was completely fascinated.” - The ebook Review

Published by Crooked Cat Books and available from all good online bookstores