25 days ago
Jack Jordan's thrillers will debut in North America in 2027 through an eight-book deal with Hanover Square Press
In an exclusive interview, the bestselling author speaks with PEOPLE about writing morally-complex stories, growing his readership and working on the Hulu adaptation of his 2023 novel Conviction
"I love stories that stay with you and haunt you," Jordan says
Eleven years into his publishing career, and Jack Jordan, the U.K.-based author of nine thrillers, including 2023's Conviction, isn't slowing down.
Now, Jordan's beloved novels are arriving on the other side of the Atlantic. The author's thrillers will be available in the United States and Canada for the first time in an eight-book deal through Hanover Square Press, kicking off with Conviction in 2027.
"The American readers I have so far that have found my work from across the pond have become avid readers," Jordan, 33, tells PEOPLE. "I can't wait for that readership to expand and for the conversations to grow."
Becoming a Sunday Times bestseller, however, wasn't originally part of the plan. Raised in a working-class family in the English county of Essex, Jordan was a dedicated reader, who grew up devouring books by Jacqueline Wilson and Malorie Blackman. But he didn't see being an author as a feasible career path for himself.
Jack Jordan
Credit: Harry Livingstone
#thrillers
In an exclusive interview, the bestselling author speaks with PEOPLE about writing morally-complex stories, growing his readership and working on the Hulu adaptation of his 2023 novel Conviction
"I love stories that stay with you and haunt you," Jordan says
Eleven years into his publishing career, and Jack Jordan, the U.K.-based author of nine thrillers, including 2023's Conviction, isn't slowing down.
Now, Jordan's beloved novels are arriving on the other side of the Atlantic. The author's thrillers will be available in the United States and Canada for the first time in an eight-book deal through Hanover Square Press, kicking off with Conviction in 2027.
"The American readers I have so far that have found my work from across the pond have become avid readers," Jordan, 33, tells PEOPLE. "I can't wait for that readership to expand and for the conversations to grow."
Becoming a Sunday Times bestseller, however, wasn't originally part of the plan. Raised in a working-class family in the English county of Essex, Jordan was a dedicated reader, who grew up devouring books by Jacqueline Wilson and Malorie Blackman. But he didn't see being an author as a feasible career path for himself.
Jack Jordan
Credit: Harry Livingstone
#thrillers
1 month ago
The Oklahoma Sooners could have one of the most improved offenses in college football in 2026. A team that finished No. 93 in the nation in scoring offense will have a better offensive line and improved play from quarterback John Mateer, simply because he's healthier. But the Sooners have a deeper wide receiver corps this season.
Oklahoma made upgrades through the transfer portal with the additions of Trell Harris and Parker Livingstone, but they have talent developing on the depth chart in 2025 signees Manny Choice and Elijah Thomas. With a week left in fall camp, it sounds like Thomas, a former four-star prospect out of Checotah, Okla., is turning heads.
"...shoot made in the lab," veteran wide receiver Isaiah Sategna said after practice on Tuesday. "He, I mean, yoked up (strong), super fast, you know. And like I said, with the young guys, you know, we just gotta work the details, you know."
Elijah Thomas' athleticism and big-play ability earned him four-star status coming out of high school. As a true freshman, he didn't get many opportunities on offense, but he was a standout special teams performer. He's parlayed that work, along with the absence of Harris and Livingstone in spring ball, into opportunities with the first-team offense during training camp. Thomas is creating buzz and could be a player for the Sooners this fall.
When Teddy Lehman and Gabe Ikard were discussing what stood out to them on The Oklahoma Breakdown at fall camp from the skill positions, Ikard immediately said Thomas.
#livingstone
Oklahoma made upgrades through the transfer portal with the additions of Trell Harris and Parker Livingstone, but they have talent developing on the depth chart in 2025 signees Manny Choice and Elijah Thomas. With a week left in fall camp, it sounds like Thomas, a former four-star prospect out of Checotah, Okla., is turning heads.
"...shoot made in the lab," veteran wide receiver Isaiah Sategna said after practice on Tuesday. "He, I mean, yoked up (strong), super fast, you know. And like I said, with the young guys, you know, we just gotta work the details, you know."
Elijah Thomas' athleticism and big-play ability earned him four-star status coming out of high school. As a true freshman, he didn't get many opportunities on offense, but he was a standout special teams performer. He's parlayed that work, along with the absence of Harris and Livingstone in spring ball, into opportunities with the first-team offense during training camp. Thomas is creating buzz and could be a player for the Sooners this fall.
When Teddy Lehman and Gabe Ikard were discussing what stood out to them on The Oklahoma Breakdown at fall camp from the skill positions, Ikard immediately said Thomas.
#livingstone
1 month ago
There has been a lot made by the playmakers that the Oklahoma Sooners have added around quarterback John Mateer. Last season, the Sooners ranked No. 92 in total offense.
A major reason for the struggles was that the team lacked enough playmakers beyond wide receiver Isaiah Sategna. So, the Sooners attacked the transfer portal, adding Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Trell Harris and Texas Longhorns wide receiver Parker Livingstone. Those two have received a ton of offseason buzz.
However, during fall camp, two sophomores are getting a lot of attention. That is Manny Choice and Elijah Thomas. Head coach Brent Venables spent time in his press conference on Friday, calling out the two young receivers.
"For the Oklahoma Sooners to be the team that we want to be, that we've talked about wanting to be, it includes Manny and Elijah Thomas being dudes," Venables said via SoonerScoop. "Not being freshmen, who, you know, are forgotten. They're now sophomores, like being dudes. Showing up and having some purpose to what they're doing. So far, camp's been good for those guys. They've taken another step from where we were in the spring."
Venables' comments are significant because Oklahoma needs more than just its veteran playmakers to emerge if the offense is going to take a meaningful step forward in 2026.
#Sooners #wide
A major reason for the struggles was that the team lacked enough playmakers beyond wide receiver Isaiah Sategna. So, the Sooners attacked the transfer portal, adding Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Trell Harris and Texas Longhorns wide receiver Parker Livingstone. Those two have received a ton of offseason buzz.
However, during fall camp, two sophomores are getting a lot of attention. That is Manny Choice and Elijah Thomas. Head coach Brent Venables spent time in his press conference on Friday, calling out the two young receivers.
"For the Oklahoma Sooners to be the team that we want to be, that we've talked about wanting to be, it includes Manny and Elijah Thomas being dudes," Venables said via SoonerScoop. "Not being freshmen, who, you know, are forgotten. They're now sophomores, like being dudes. Showing up and having some purpose to what they're doing. So far, camp's been good for those guys. They've taken another step from where we were in the spring."
Venables' comments are significant because Oklahoma needs more than just its veteran playmakers to emerge if the offense is going to take a meaningful step forward in 2026.
#Sooners #wide
1 month ago
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has issued an official clarification on Law 20.4.2.5 concerning batters who are not ready to face a delivery, following two contrasting incidents during The Hundred at Lord's.
The clarification comes after umpires made different decisions in seemingly similar situations involving Nicholas Pooran and Marizanne Kapp. The MCC, the custodian of the Laws of Cricket, has now explained what constitutes an "attempt to play the ball" when deciding whether a delivery should be called dead.
The first incident occurred during the August 6 men's fixture between MI London and London Spirit. Liam Livingstone twice stopped during his run-up before eventually delivering the ball, with Pooran indicating that he was not ready. When Livingstone bowled, Pooran withdrew his bat from the line of the delivery and made no attempt to play it. The ball hit the stumps, but umpire Mike Burns called it dead.
The MCC confirmed the decision was correct, noting that Pooran had not attempted to play the ball and had adequate reason for not being ready.
Three days later, a similar situation unfolded during the women's match between London Spirit and Birmingham Phoenix. Kapp appeared unprepared when Linsey Smith delivered the ball but instinctively moved her bat towards it and made contact. Umpire Mark Newell called it a fair delivery, and the MCC confirmed that decision was also correct.
The MCC explained that the crucial factor is whether the batter attempted to play the ball, not whether meaningful contact was made.
Under Law 20.4.2.5, a delivery can be called dead when the striker is not ready and does not attempt to play the ball, provided the umpire is satisfied that the batter had an adequate reason for being unprepared.
The MCC stated: "Pooran, perhaps knowing the Law, actively withdrew his bat from the line of the ball".
In Kapp's case, the governing body said she "instinctively prodded at the ball and made contact with it. As soon as she attempted to hit the ball – and note the Law talks about "attempting" to play the ball rather than actually making contact with it – the ball would not be Dead, and the ball will count in the over, as correctly identified by umpire Newell."
The MCC also pointed to Law 41.10.1, which states: "It is unfair for a batter to waste time."
"In the Pooran/Livingstone example, there was frustration on both sides and the natural rhythm of the over had been disrupted. Umpire Burns was correct in stating that the ball was Dead and should not count, and he would have been sensible to remind both players that the batter must not delay things and the bowler cannot overly rush things more than normal," the MCC further wrote.
#delivery #called
The clarification comes after umpires made different decisions in seemingly similar situations involving Nicholas Pooran and Marizanne Kapp. The MCC, the custodian of the Laws of Cricket, has now explained what constitutes an "attempt to play the ball" when deciding whether a delivery should be called dead.
The first incident occurred during the August 6 men's fixture between MI London and London Spirit. Liam Livingstone twice stopped during his run-up before eventually delivering the ball, with Pooran indicating that he was not ready. When Livingstone bowled, Pooran withdrew his bat from the line of the delivery and made no attempt to play it. The ball hit the stumps, but umpire Mike Burns called it dead.
The MCC confirmed the decision was correct, noting that Pooran had not attempted to play the ball and had adequate reason for not being ready.
Three days later, a similar situation unfolded during the women's match between London Spirit and Birmingham Phoenix. Kapp appeared unprepared when Linsey Smith delivered the ball but instinctively moved her bat towards it and made contact. Umpire Mark Newell called it a fair delivery, and the MCC confirmed that decision was also correct.
The MCC explained that the crucial factor is whether the batter attempted to play the ball, not whether meaningful contact was made.
Under Law 20.4.2.5, a delivery can be called dead when the striker is not ready and does not attempt to play the ball, provided the umpire is satisfied that the batter had an adequate reason for being unprepared.
The MCC stated: "Pooran, perhaps knowing the Law, actively withdrew his bat from the line of the ball".
In Kapp's case, the governing body said she "instinctively prodded at the ball and made contact with it. As soon as she attempted to hit the ball – and note the Law talks about "attempting" to play the ball rather than actually making contact with it – the ball would not be Dead, and the ball will count in the over, as correctly identified by umpire Newell."
The MCC also pointed to Law 41.10.1, which states: "It is unfair for a batter to waste time."
"In the Pooran/Livingstone example, there was frustration on both sides and the natural rhythm of the over had been disrupted. Umpire Burns was correct in stating that the ball was Dead and should not count, and he would have been sensible to remind both players that the batter must not delay things and the bowler cannot overly rush things more than normal," the MCC further wrote.
#delivery #called
2 months ago
The Oklahoma Sooners made some key transfer portal additions this past winter, with many of them coming on offense. Once it was confirmed that quarterback John Mateer was going to be back in the saddle to run the show in Norman, the focus for OU turned to surrounding him with talent offensively.
One of those crucial portal additions was former Texas wide receiver Parker Livingstone, who was a breakout player in Austin last year. Now, he crosses the Red RIver to the other side of the iconic rivalry, where he'll hope to help jump-start the Sooner offense.
According to ESPN's list of each top 25 team's x-factor for this upcoming season, Livingstone is the player for the Sooners that can heavily impact where Oklahoma ends up. The redshirt-sophomore should be slated into one of the outside receiver spots, likely the X-WR role that was held down by the combination of Keontez Lewis and Javonnie Gibson last season, and OU needs him to be an improvement piece there this fall.
"In the history of the Red River Rivalry, rarely ever has a player left the Longhorns for the Sooners. But former Texas receiver Livingstone -- quarterback Arch Manning's roommate last year -- could become a difference-maker for his new quarterback, John Mateer. The 6-foot-3, 202-pound Livingstone, who had six touchdown catches as a redshirt freshman last year, should give Oklahoma a physical weapon on the outside alongside returning go-to pass-catcher Isaiah Sategna III and Virginia transfer Trell Harris, who was a third-team All-ACC selection last year." - Jake Trotter, ESPN.
With the speedy Sategna once again manning the H-WR role in the slot and Harris occupying the deep threat Z-WR role that Deion Burks held last year, Livingstone can use his size and physicality to offer OU something it didn't really have last year: a jump ball threat on the outside. Combine that trio with the likes of Jer'Michael Carter, Mackenzie Alleyne, Jacob Jordan, Ivan Carreon, and some promising youngsters, and the Sooners have a chance to be an improved WR group this year.
#year #livingstone #oklahoma #player
One of those crucial portal additions was former Texas wide receiver Parker Livingstone, who was a breakout player in Austin last year. Now, he crosses the Red RIver to the other side of the iconic rivalry, where he'll hope to help jump-start the Sooner offense.
According to ESPN's list of each top 25 team's x-factor for this upcoming season, Livingstone is the player for the Sooners that can heavily impact where Oklahoma ends up. The redshirt-sophomore should be slated into one of the outside receiver spots, likely the X-WR role that was held down by the combination of Keontez Lewis and Javonnie Gibson last season, and OU needs him to be an improvement piece there this fall.
"In the history of the Red River Rivalry, rarely ever has a player left the Longhorns for the Sooners. But former Texas receiver Livingstone -- quarterback Arch Manning's roommate last year -- could become a difference-maker for his new quarterback, John Mateer. The 6-foot-3, 202-pound Livingstone, who had six touchdown catches as a redshirt freshman last year, should give Oklahoma a physical weapon on the outside alongside returning go-to pass-catcher Isaiah Sategna III and Virginia transfer Trell Harris, who was a third-team All-ACC selection last year." - Jake Trotter, ESPN.
With the speedy Sategna once again manning the H-WR role in the slot and Harris occupying the deep threat Z-WR role that Deion Burks held last year, Livingstone can use his size and physicality to offer OU something it didn't really have last year: a jump ball threat on the outside. Combine that trio with the likes of Jer'Michael Carter, Mackenzie Alleyne, Jacob Jordan, Ivan Carreon, and some promising youngsters, and the Sooners have a chance to be an improved WR group this year.
#year #livingstone #oklahoma #player
2 months ago
The Hundred men's competition, Lord's
Manchester Super Giants 138-9 (100 ****** ): Seifert 67 (45); Livingstone 2-14
London Spirit 131-6 (100 ****** ): Livingstone 69 (40); Atkinson 2-15
Manchester Super Giants won by seven runs
Scorecard. Table
#super #livingstone #hundred #seifert
Manchester Super Giants 138-9 (100 ****** ): Seifert 67 (45); Livingstone 2-14
London Spirit 131-6 (100 ****** ): Livingstone 69 (40); Atkinson 2-15
Manchester Super Giants won by seven runs
Scorecard. Table
#super #livingstone #hundred #seifert
2 months ago
Dubai: UAE left-arm pacer Muhammad Rohid believes the ILT20 has transformed the landscape for local cricketers by creating a clear pathway from domestic cricket to the professional stage.
Rohid's rise gathered fresh momentum when MI Emirates secured his services for $140,000 at the league's first-ever player auction ahead of Season 4. The deal made him the fifth-most expensive signing of the auction and underlined the growing confidence franchises have in homegrown UAE talent.
For Rohid, however, the significance extends beyond the financial reward.
"The biggest thing the ILT20 has done is create a clear pathway for UAE players," Rohid said. "Young cricketers can now see that if you perform well, opportunities will come, whether it's with a franchise or the national team. That's incredibly inspiring, and I hope my journey encourages more youngsters to believe they can achieve their dreams."
The left-arm seamer credits MI Emirates for accelerating his development through exposure to some of the world's leading T20 players. One of the defining moments of his campaign came in Qualifier 2, when he was told just 10 minutes before the toss that he would be playing. Rohid responded with an impressive spell of 2 for 19, dismissing Brandon McMullen and Liam Livingstone under pressure.
"The biggest lesson I learnt was to stay ready because opportunities can come at any moment," he said. "The environment taught me to trust my preparation, stay calm under pressure and back my skills."
Sharing the dressing room with stars such as Kieron Pollard, Nicholas Pooran, Romario Shepherd, Fazalhaq Farooqi and Shakib Al Hasan also proved invaluable.
"Watching how they prepare, train and handle pressure taught me a lot. They were always willing to share advice, and Dubai: UAE left-arm pacer Muhammad Rohid believes the ILT20 has transformed the landscape for local cricketers by creating a clear pathway from domestic cricket to the professional stage.
Rohid's rise gathered fresh momentum when MI Emirates secured his services for USD 140,000 at the league's first-ever player auction ahead of Season 4. The deal made him the fifth-most expensive signing of the auction and underlined the growing confidence franchises have in homegrown UAE talent.
For Rohid, however, the significance extends beyond the financial reward.
"The biggest thing the ILT20 has done is create a clear pathway for UAE players," Rohid said. "Young cricketers can now see that if you perform well, opportunities will come, whether it's with a franchise or the national team. That's incredibly inspiring, and I hope my journey encourages more youngsters to believe they can achieve their dreams."
The left-arm seamer credits MI Emirates for accelerating his development through exposure to some of the world's leading T20 players. One of the defining moments of his campaign came in Qualifier 2, when he was told just 10 minutes before the toss that he would be playing. Rohid responde
Rohid's rise gathered fresh momentum when MI Emirates secured his services for $140,000 at the league's first-ever player auction ahead of Season 4. The deal made him the fifth-most expensive signing of the auction and underlined the growing confidence franchises have in homegrown UAE talent.
For Rohid, however, the significance extends beyond the financial reward.
"The biggest thing the ILT20 has done is create a clear pathway for UAE players," Rohid said. "Young cricketers can now see that if you perform well, opportunities will come, whether it's with a franchise or the national team. That's incredibly inspiring, and I hope my journey encourages more youngsters to believe they can achieve their dreams."
The left-arm seamer credits MI Emirates for accelerating his development through exposure to some of the world's leading T20 players. One of the defining moments of his campaign came in Qualifier 2, when he was told just 10 minutes before the toss that he would be playing. Rohid responded with an impressive spell of 2 for 19, dismissing Brandon McMullen and Liam Livingstone under pressure.
"The biggest lesson I learnt was to stay ready because opportunities can come at any moment," he said. "The environment taught me to trust my preparation, stay calm under pressure and back my skills."
Sharing the dressing room with stars such as Kieron Pollard, Nicholas Pooran, Romario Shepherd, Fazalhaq Farooqi and Shakib Al Hasan also proved invaluable.
"Watching how they prepare, train and handle pressure taught me a lot. They were always willing to share advice, and Dubai: UAE left-arm pacer Muhammad Rohid believes the ILT20 has transformed the landscape for local cricketers by creating a clear pathway from domestic cricket to the professional stage.
Rohid's rise gathered fresh momentum when MI Emirates secured his services for USD 140,000 at the league's first-ever player auction ahead of Season 4. The deal made him the fifth-most expensive signing of the auction and underlined the growing confidence franchises have in homegrown UAE talent.
For Rohid, however, the significance extends beyond the financial reward.
"The biggest thing the ILT20 has done is create a clear pathway for UAE players," Rohid said. "Young cricketers can now see that if you perform well, opportunities will come, whether it's with a franchise or the national team. That's incredibly inspiring, and I hope my journey encourages more youngsters to believe they can achieve their dreams."
The left-arm seamer credits MI Emirates for accelerating his development through exposure to some of the world's leading T20 players. One of the defining moments of his campaign came in Qualifier 2, when he was told just 10 minutes before the toss that he would be playing. Rohid responde
3 months ago
The Oklahoma Sooners and head coach Brent Venables knew that, despite improvement last season, making the College Football Playoff wasn't the program's ultimate goal. That's why the staff worked hard to identify their weaknesses and attack the transfer portal.
One area Oklahoma targeted was adding more playmakers at wide receiver. Last season, Oklahoma was often dependent on Isaiah Sategna to make all of the plays. They need someone else to step up and be a consistent threat.
Enter former Texas Longhorns wide receiver, Parker Livingstone. He brings size to the Oklahoma receiving corps, standing at 6-foot-4. He had a strong season last year, catching 29 passes for 516 yards and six touchdowns, emerging as one of Arch Manning's reliable targets.
Livingstone's new quarterback, John Mateer, was at the Manning Passing Academy, where he was asked about his new target.
"He’s been great, he loves it and he works hard," Mateer said. "The guys love him, too. He came in, and he's always smiling, joking around. It's good. Joking around to an extent, he knows when to get it together. He's just a guy's guy; we hang out, and it's fun."
One area Oklahoma targeted was adding more playmakers at wide receiver. Last season, Oklahoma was often dependent on Isaiah Sategna to make all of the plays. They need someone else to step up and be a consistent threat.
Enter former Texas Longhorns wide receiver, Parker Livingstone. He brings size to the Oklahoma receiving corps, standing at 6-foot-4. He had a strong season last year, catching 29 passes for 516 yards and six touchdowns, emerging as one of Arch Manning's reliable targets.
Livingstone's new quarterback, John Mateer, was at the Manning Passing Academy, where he was asked about his new target.
"He’s been great, he loves it and he works hard," Mateer said. "The guys love him, too. He came in, and he's always smiling, joking around. It's good. Joking around to an extent, he knows when to get it together. He's just a guy's guy; we hang out, and it's fun."
3 months ago
The fallout from Brady Tkachuk‘s blockbuster move to the Florida Panthers has shifted attention toward another American star playing in Canada. That forward is Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews.
Shortly after the trade became official, SDPN Sports’ Drew Livingstone posted on X, writing, “First Quinn Hughes, now Brady Tkachuk. We know **** ebuyck is on the way out of Winnipeg. American Olympians just don’t want to play in Canada. Matthews next?”
MORE: Maple Leafs in ‘good place’ with Auston Matthews after Zoom meeting
The comment reflects growing speculation surrounding Matthews’ long-term future in Toronto. While there is no indication that Matthews has requested a trade, recent events have created fresh questions around his commitment beyond his current contract.
Matthews is signed through the 2027-28 season with a $13.25 million cap hit and holds a full no-movement clause. He is eligible for unrestricted free agency in July 2028.
Shortly after the trade became official, SDPN Sports’ Drew Livingstone posted on X, writing, “First Quinn Hughes, now Brady Tkachuk. We know **** ebuyck is on the way out of Winnipeg. American Olympians just don’t want to play in Canada. Matthews next?”
MORE: Maple Leafs in ‘good place’ with Auston Matthews after Zoom meeting
The comment reflects growing speculation surrounding Matthews’ long-term future in Toronto. While there is no indication that Matthews has requested a trade, recent events have created fresh questions around his commitment beyond his current contract.
Matthews is signed through the 2027-28 season with a $13.25 million cap hit and holds a full no-movement clause. He is eligible for unrestricted free agency in July 2028.
