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From Drumbeats to written words
A journey through music, novels and stories in between. Dive into the creative world of Peter McDade.
explore his work
A journey through music, novels and stories in between. Dive into the creative world of Peter McDade.
explore his work
King Cal follows aspiring musician Calvin, who loses his girlfriend, band, and best friend in one day. As he struggles to balance art and survival, this coming-of-age story explores the devotion, creativity, and sacrifice required to build a life in music.
Learn moreA Cappella Books is delighted to welcome author Peter McDade for a special afternoon talk and book signing in honor of his novel, “King Cal.” He will appear in conversation with fellow Atlanta-based writer Jessica Handler, award-winning author of “The Magnetic Girl.”
As drummer for the rock band Uncle Green, Peter McDade spent fifteen years traveling the highways of America in a series of Ford vans. While the band searched for fame and a safe place to eat before a gig, he began writing short stories and novels. Uncle Green went into semi-retirement after four labels, seven records, and one name change; Peter went to Georgia State University and majored in History and English, eventually earning an MA in History. He teaches history to college undergrads, records with Paul Melançon and Eytan Mirsky, and lives in Atlanta with his family.
In which our hero manages to re-frame, and is rewarded with soup.
In which our hero travels to Kentucky.
In which our hero, and its author, head up North.
This time, no vehicles were left behind.
