Ken Piesse - A Life In Cricket Writing

Ken Piesse - A Life In Cricket Writing

From The Cricket Library by Matt Ellis

March 31, 2026 · 47 min · Episode 191

About this episode

Matt Ellis interviews prolific cricket writer Ken Piesse about his career and insights into cricket storytelling.

In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with one of Australia’s most prolific cricket writers, Ken Piesse. With a career spanning decades, Ken has written more than 90 books on the game and served as editor of the legendary Cricketer magazine. His work has chronicled the stories of great players, historic matches, and the rich traditions that make cricket such a unique sport. In this conversation, Ken reflects on: His journey into cricket journalism and publishing Memorable encounters with cricket legends. The art of telling cricket stories through books. The enduring charm of grassroots and country cricket. His latest book celebrating the history and characters of Victorian country cricket. It’s a fascinating insight into the craft of cricket writing and the passion that keeps the stories of the game alive. If you love cricket history, books, and storytelling, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with the people who shape the game. Head to https://cricketbooks.com.au/product-c... to find all of Ken's work and much more!

People in this episode

Host: Matt Ellis

Guest: Ken Piesse

Topics covered

  • cricket writing
  • journalism
  • cricket history
  • storytelling
  • grassroots cricket

Keywords

  • cricket
  • Ken Piesse
  • cricket writing
  • journalism
  • books
  • grassroots cricket
  • Cricketer magazine

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cricketer magazine

Books & works: Victorian country cricket

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