Stephen Cooper

Writer, commercial and creative
Journalist, Non-fiction writer, Novelist

Published author of non-fiction.

‘The Final Whistle: the Great War in Fifteen Players’ (2013) The History Press. Winner Rugby Book of Year, Sports Book of the Year Awards 2014.

‘After the Final Whistle: the First World War and First World Cup’ (2015) The History Press Shortlisted 2016.

‘Chasing the Phantom: the Lost Words of Nowell Oxland’ (2025) Thorn & Haw. Runner Up Wordsworth Prize, Lakelnd Book of the Year 2026.

 

Freelance journalism for The Oldie and Great British Brands.