Welcome to Into the Hollow Earth! Thanks for being here.
In this corner of the internet I’ll be curating a newsletter of short stories based on eerie phenomena, alternative history, fantasy theories, and folklore from around the world. We’ll also do some deep diving into the theories that inspire those stories, and we’ll cultivate a community of like-minded folks who love a good yarn.
I’m a writer based in Southern California working on my debut novel, Tears of Telos, which I plan to release as a serialized novel right here on Substack. Tears of Telos is based on the theory that the earth is hollow, and no one on the surface knows it. Except, of course, readers of this Substack. The lore behind a hollow earth obviously got my imagination going, but I’m broadly fascinated by legends and folklore the world over.
I’m hoping this will become a dynamic community of fantasy readers and folklorists looking to share their knowledge. I myself am no folklore expert, just a writer inspired by the imaginings (and experiences) of those who have walked this earth long before I arrived in my current incarnation. I’m looking forward to learning from you as much as I’m excited to share my own works of fiction.
I will strive to highlight both popular and obscure folklore and legends. Conspiracy theories will stay in the realm of the mystical. Political conspiracy theories can be easily obtained elsewhere on the interwebs. Don’t worry, I might indulge in a few of those myself, but not here.
For now, this Substack will remain free while I build content for you. I will launch an expanded version for paid subscribers once I get to know you, and see what content you value the most. So please, interact, comment, share, and let me know what interests you! Let’s rediscover our (hollow) world together.
I'm in! Love the illustration!