Robert L. Short

Robert L. Short (1932 – July 6, 2009) was an American Presbyterian minister and the author of several books of "popular theology", including the 1965 bestseller The Gospel According to Peanuts.

He then earned a Master of Divinity degree from Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University.

In 1963, Short moved to Chicago, where he met his wife, Ellen Kay Coale, and received an M.A.

The success of his books led to a second career as a speaker, teacher, and guest preacher at churches, schools, and seminaries around the world.

He later became head of staff and pastor, specializing in preaching, adult Christian education and confirmation instruction.