Liam Undercroft writes speculative fiction that explores fractured civilizations, memory, myth, and the uneasy relationship between humanity and the systems it creates. Drawing from years spent living abroad in Korea, military systems work, and a lifelong fascination with philosophy, anthropology, and storytelling, his work blends atmospheric worldbuilding with deeply human themes of identity, survival, and meaning.
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His debut epic fantasy novel, The Spiral Wakes, begins in a wounded land shaped by ancient forces, forgotten oaths, and civilizations built atop the ruins of older truths. The story follows characters struggling against political fracture, spiritual decay, and the growing realization that history itself may have been rewritten. Readers drawn to immersive lore, layered cultures, and morally complex worlds will find echoes of both myth and modern uncertainty within its pages
In addition to fantasy, Liam also writes speculative and techno-noir fiction exploring artificial intelligence, fractured realities, and the psychological effects of emerging technology. Across genres, his stories share a common thread: the search for meaning in worlds that no longer fully trust themselves.
Beyond fiction, he writes essays and reflections on worldbuilding, speculative culture, mythology, and modern life through The Blip Side Press — a growing archive of fiction, commentary, and creative exploration.
“Stories are how civilizations remember themselves — and how they forget.”
More writing, essays, and project updates can be found through The Blip Side Press and future Liam Undercroft author platforms.