Frank Worrall

Who is Frank Worrall?

Frank Worrall is a journalist and author. He was born in Radcliffe, Bury, and attended Hulme Grammar School, Oldham. He later studied English Literature at Sheffield University before moving to London to work for The Sun, The Sunday Times and Mail on Sunday. He is also the author of 14 books on sport, including the bestselling Roy Keane: Red Man Walking, Rooney, Celtic United and Lewis Hamilton: The Biography.

In 2012 he published his first novel, Elvis Has Left The Building, with the backing of the Arts Council of England and Wales.

In the 1980s he was renowned for his music journalism - and is credited with helping break several groundbreaking northern bands in his capacity as North of England editor of Melody Maker. These include The Human League, The Smiths and Pulp.