Peter Crowther

Peter Crowther is a distinguished figure in the world of English literature, celebrated for his contributions as an author, journalist, anthologist, and editor. Born in 1949, Crowther has made significant strides in the field of fiction writing, with a particular emphasis on short stories and novels.

As a journalist, Crowther has lent his voice to various publications, offering insightful commentary and analysis on an array of topics. His journalistic endeavors have allowed him to hone his writing skills and develop a unique voice that resonates with readers. This experience has also proven invaluable in his role as an anthologist, as he has curated and edited numerous collections of short stories and essays.

Crowther's prowess as an author is evident in his rich and imaginative tales, which span various genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and horror. His knack for storytelling has earned him a loyal following and critical acclaim. Among his most notable works are "The Longest Single Note," "Extraordinary Engineers," and "The Land at the End of the Working Day." These stories showcase Crowther's ability to create engaging characters and weave intricate narratives that both entertain and challenge readers.

In addition to his work as a writer, Crowther is the co-founder of PS Publishing, an independent publisher specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Through PS Publishing, Crowther has provided a platform for emerging and established authors to share their work with a wider audience. Furthermore, he serves as the editor of Postscripts, a critically acclaimed journal of speculative fiction, which features original stories, essays, and interviews from some of the genre's most respected voices. Crowther's dedication to fostering literary talent and promoting quality fiction has solidified his position as a respected figure in the world of speculative fiction.
Forever Twilight Books
# Title Year
1 Darkness Falling 2002
2 Windows to the Soul 2009
3 Death of Light 2012
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Escardy Gap 1996
2 Fugue on a G-String 1998
3 The Hand That Feeds 1999
4 Gandalph Cohen and the Land at the End of the Working Day 1999
5 Our Club Our Rules 2007
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 Even Beggars Would Ride 1997
2 Front-Page McGuffin & The Greatest Story Never Told 1998
3 All We Know Of Heaven 2001
4 Cliff Rhodes & The Most Important Journey 2008
5 Bernard Boyce Bennington & The American Dream 2008
6 Ghosts with Teeth 2011
7 The Adventure of the Touch of God 2012
8 Thoughtful Breaths 2016
Short Story Collections
# Title Year
1 The Longest Single Note 1994
2 Lonesome Roads 1999
3 Cities 2003
4 Songs of Leaving 2004
5 The Spaces Between the Lines 2007
6 Jewels in the Dust 2013
7 Cold Comforts 2014
8 Hornsea Hauntings 2014
9 Things I Didn’t Know My Father Knew 2021
Earthling Halloween
# Title Year
1 By Wizard Oak 2011
Zombie Apocalypse! Books
# Title Year
1 The Mammoth Book of Zombie Apocalypse! Fightback 2012
2 Zombie Apocalypse! Horror Hospital 2014
3 Zombie Apocalypse! Washington Deceased 2014
4 Zombie Apocalypse! End Game 2014
5 Zombie Apocalypse! Acapulcalypse Now 2015
Peter Crowther Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Destination Unknown 1991
2 Borderlands 4 1991
3 Coast of Avon 1992
4 Touch Wood 1993
5 Deathport 1993
6 Frankenstein 1993
7 Narrow Houses 1993
8 Blue Motel 1994
9 Tombs 1994
10 Werewolves 1995
11 Heaven Sent 1995
12 Vampire Detectives 1995
13 Excalibur 1995
14 The Ultimate Alien 1995
15 Celebrity Vampires 1995
16 Fantastic Alice 1995
17 Dante's Disciples 1996
18 Ninth Annual Collection 1996
19 Phantoms of the Night 1996
20 White House Horrors 1996
21 Fantasy Stories 1996
22 Pawn of Chaos 1996
23 First Contact 1997
24 Free Space 1997
25 Tales in Time 1997
26 The Mammoth Book of Dracula 1997
27 The Fortune Teller 1997
28 Elf Magic 1997
29 Tales in Space 1998
30 Once Upon a Crime 1998
31 Alien Pets 1998
32 Black Cats and Broken Mirrors 1998
33 Scaremongers 2 - Redbrick Eden 1998
34 Future Crimes 1999
35 Cat Crimes Through Time 1999
36 A Dangerous Magic 1999
37 Moon Shots 1999
38 Alien Abductions 1999
39 Taps and Sighs 2000
40 Perchance to Dream 2000
41 Mardi Gras Madness 2000
42 Foursight 2000
43 October Dreams 2000
44 The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 2 2000
45 Single White Vampire Seeks Same 2001
46 Futures 2001
47 Infinities 2002
48 Mars Probes 2002
49 Constellations 2005
50 The British Fantasy Society: A Celebration 2006
51 Urban Fantastic 2006
52 Forbidden Planets 2006
53 We Think, Therefore We Are 2008
54 Brimstone Turnpike 2008
55 The Mammoth Book of Extreme Fantasy 2008
56 The Best of Cemetery Dance II 2008
57 Dancing with the Dark 2009
58 Best New Horror 20 2009
59 The Mammoth Book of Mindblowing SF 2009
60 Zombie Apocalypse! 2010
61 Visitants 2010
62 A Book of Horrors 2011
63 Epitaphs: The Journal of the New England Horror Writers, Vol. 1 2011
64 Unfit for Eden: A Postscripts Anthology 26/27 2011
65 The Alchemy Press Book of Ancient Wonders 2012
66 Four For Fear 2012
67 A Carnivàle of Horror 2012
68 Memoryville Blues: A Postscripts Anthology 30/31 2013
69 Flotsam Fantastique: The Souvenir Book of World Fantasy Convention 2013 2013
70 Mister October, Volume I: An Anthology in Memory of Rick Hautala 2013
71 The Time Traveler's Almanac 2013
72 Miseria's Chorale 2013
73 Dark Places, Evil Faces 2017
74 Dark Mirages 2018
75 The Unquiet Dreamer: A Tribute to Harlan Ellison 2019
76 New Worlds 2021