Sarah Perry

Dr Sarah Perry is a Visiting Research Fellow in the Department of Digital Humanities at King’s College London, part of the Faculty of Arts & Humanities. She holds a PhD in Creative Writing and is an internationally acclaimed author of novels and non-fiction. Perry’s literary works blend historical and contemporary themes, often exploring cultural, social, and environmental dynamics through rich narrative structures.

Education:

• PhD in Creative Writing (institution unspecified)

Research Interests: Perry’s work sits at the intersection of literature and digital humanities, focusing on how technology and storytelling shape cultural narratives. Her novels, such as The Essex Serpent and Melmoth, critically examine societal norms through layered historical contexts and allegorical storytelling. She also engages with contemporary issues like environmental ethics and the evolution of literary forms in the digital age.

Recent Articles & Themes: Her 2024 novel Enlightenment reflects her exploration of historical fiction and societal critique, aligning with broader literary trends in cultural analysis and narrative innovation.

Scientific Awards:

• Winner: Waterstone's Book of the Year Awards
• Winner: British Book Awards

Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grants are mentioned in the text. Her academic engagement includes residencies and writing fellowships rather than traditional mentorship roles.

Labs/Teams: Perry collaborates with the Digital Futures Institute through their event series, such as the Living Well With Technology initiative, and has participated in residency programs at UNESCO, Gladstone's Library, and the Savoy Hotel in London.