Ben Mercer

I tell stories about books, sport, masculinity, culture and performance.

Known for my book content, live interviews and narration, I've judged the TikTok Book Awards, led the TikTok Book Club, interviewed Olympic champions and world-class performers, and built an audience of hundreds of thousands around reading and ideas.

I'm the author of four books, including Fringes, an award-nominated bestseller about my former life as a professional rugby player. I write weekly at The Outlier, a publication exploring books, creativity and modern life, which has grown into a creative studio and physical space in London.

Alongside my creative work, I run The Boys' Book Club and The Boys' Literacy Project, initiatives dedicated to helping more men and boys discover the freedom, community and possibility that books can offer.

Open to
Book projects · Brand and creator partnerships · Speaking, hosting and moderating · Audio and narration · Partnerships for The Boys Literacy Project

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