Peter McAllister

As a docoral researcher at the University of Exeter, Peter's PhD thesis investigates the intersection of short story collections and novels, exploring the common and differing narrative functions of the forms. Peter studied English Literature at The University of Cambridge and was awarded a Distinction for his MA in Creative Writing.

His writing blurs the boundary between novel and short story collection; it builds layers of characterisation through linked pieces that result in profound moments of self-realisation and/or dramatic action. He has been commissioned to write for the BBC, shortlisted in several International Literary Prizes and seen his writing appear online, in print journals and in numerous anthologies.

Peter is the editor and co-founder of Inkfish Magazine, the Director of the North Cornwall Book Festival and an executive committee member for the Penzance Literary Festival. He has more than a decade of experience coaching creative professionals and students in their practice.