Jilly Cooper

Jilly Cooper

6 Series

Jilly Cooper is an English author known for her romance novels and non-fiction books, notably the Rutshire Chronicles series. She began her career as a journalist in 1957, drawing on her experiences with marriage, sex, and housework. Cooper later transitioned to fiction, incorporating her love of animals, particularly dogs and horses, into her work.

Jilly Cooper's "Rivals," also published as "Players," delves into the competitive world of television broadcasting. The novel explores the intense rivalry between two television companies and their charismatic leaders. Amidst power struggles and ambition, personal lives intertwine, leading to dramatic and romantic entanglements. Cooper co-authored "On Rugby" and "On Cricket" with Leo Cooper, showcasing her versatility in sports literature. "Rivals" captures the essence of competition and passion, both in the boardroom and beyond.

Rutshire Chronicles

Riders

(1985)

Rivals / Players

(1988)

Polo

(1991)

The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous

(1993)

Appassionata

(1996)

Score!

(1998)

Pandora

(2002)

Wicked!

(2006)

Jump!

(2010)

Mount!

(2016)

Standalone Novels

Emily

(1975)

Bella

(1976)

Harriet

(1976)

Octavia

(1977)

Prudence

(1978)

Imogen

(1978)

Araminta's Wedding: or A Fortune Secured: A Country House Extravaganza

(1993)

Forces Sweethearts

(1994)

Tackle!

(2023)

Short Story Collections

Lisa and Co

(1981)

Picture

Little Mabel

(1980)

Little Mabel's Great Escape

(1981)

Little Mabel Wins

(1982)

Little Mabel Saves The Day

(1985)

Non-Fiction

Jolly Super: Collected Pieces

(1970)

Jolly Super Too

(1973)

Jolly Superlative

(1975)

Super Men & Super Women

(1976)

Superjilly

(1977)

Supercooper

(1980)

Intelligent and Loyal

(1981)

Class

(1981)

The British in Love

(1981)

Love and Other Heartaches

(1981)

Beyond Bartlett

(1982)

Jolly Marsupial: Down Under and Other Scenes

(1982)

Animals In War

(1983)

Leo and Jilly Cooper on Rugby

(1984)

On Cricket

(1985)

Hotfoot To Zabriskie Point

(1985)

Horse Mania!

(1986)

How to Survive Christmas

(1986)

Turn Right At The Spotted Dog

(1987)

How to Survive from Nine to Five

(1988)

Angels Rush In: The Best of Jilly Cooper's Satire and Humour

(1990)

Mongrel Magic

(1992)

How to Stay Married: User's Guide to Wedlock

(1992)

Women And Super Women

(1992)

The Common Years

(1994)

Between the Covers

(2020)

Anthologies

Violets and Vinegar: Beyond Bartlett, Quotations by and About Women

(1980)

The Anthology of Love and Romance

(1994)

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