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“When we look back from the alien future, this is one of those books that we might want to consider when assessing what it was that humanity had to leave behind in order to make the jump.”

— Nick Hubble, Prospective Culture
Academic, writer and reviewer (reviewing the BSFA shortlist)

After witnessing Earth explode, a scientist and his AI are catapulted back 24 hours in time­­—and become humanity’s only hope.

Edge of Oblivion

Edge of Oblivion

28th November, 2025

Scientifically grounded, Edge of Oblivion transforms the Fermi Paradox into a mind-bending mystery, asking whether humanity can avert self-destruction before intelligence, artificial or extraterrestrial, changes our place in the universe forever.

Shortlisted for the BSFA Award for Best Novel 2025, selected by New Scientist as one of the Best New Science Fiction Books of December 2025, and awarded a five-star review by SFX Magazine.

BSFA Awards Best Novel Shortlist 2025

New Scientist — Best New Sci-Fi Books December 2025

SFX Magazine — Five-Star Review, Holiday Special Issue, December 2025

“A gripping near-future thriller. The story frequently spins off in satisfyingly unexpected directions and, best of all, wraps up with a clever, thought-provoking ending.”

Distinguished Favorite — Audiobook

Independent Press Awards 2026

Readers’ Favorite — Leading U.S. Book Review and Awards Website

“Sci-fi fans will enjoy decoding the clues hidden in fascinating science, such as Mitch’s Fermi Paradox reference. Weddell weaves these elements with graduated pace towards the narrative’s climax, ticking all the boxes for a compelling science fiction adventure.”

Adapted from the Academy Nicholl Fellowship Finalist screenplay Alone.

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Available 28th November 2025

Audio production by Raconteurs Audio LLP and narration by James Gillies.

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About the Author

About the Author

Available 28th November 2025

Kirk Weddell is an award-winning British screenwriter, filmmaker and novelist with a degree in neuroscience. An Academy Nicholl Fellowship Finalist, his work blends psychological insight with cinematic storytelling. Passionate about science fiction, he crafts character-driven narratives that explore identity, consciousness, and humanity’s place in the cosmos.