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“It’s about a society that’s given itself over to eugenics…” Monte Schulz, about his newest book, Undercity.
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- Author in the Headlights
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- Apr 6, 2026
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- 765
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Summary
In this episode of Author in the Headlights , we sit down with Monte Schulz to explore his novel Undercity —a powerful and unsettling story about what happens when a society tries to perfect itself. Set in a world that diverged from our own, Undercity examines eugenics, human ambition, and the cost of deciding who belongs—and who doesn’t. We also discuss Monte’s writing process, the challenge of weaving multiple perspectives, and the influence of his father, Charles Schulz. If you enjoy thought-provoking fiction and conversations that go beyond the surface, this episode is for you. 👉 Undercity : https://books2read.com/u/31NlOa 👉 More episodes of Author in the Headlights: https://www.duramenpublishing.com/author-in-the-headlights