Allen Longstreet Launches Cross-Country Book Tour to Support Human Trafficking Victims Through New Novel Underbelly

Author will donate 100% of royalties from 2026 sales of the new dystopian thriller to support victims of human trafficking through the Tim Tebow Foundation.

Allen Longstreet donates 100% of 2026 Underbelly royalties to support human trafficking victims.

SEBASTIAN, Fla., Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Author Allen Longstreet has launched a cross-country charity book tour surrounding the release of his new dystopian thriller, Underbelly, with a commitment to donate 100% of his author royalties from copies sold through the end of 2026 to the Tim Tebow Foundation in support of victims of human trafficking.

Released August 18, Underbelly combines dystopian fiction with political commentary and explores a near-future America shaped by corruption, concentrated power, conspiracy, and the influence of powerful interests. Longstreet wrote the novel during 2022 and 2023, drawing on themes that continue to resonate with readers following recent public discussions surrounding political influence, institutional accountability, and the power of wealthy and connected elites.

Rather than limiting the book's release to traditional promotion, Longstreet has taken Underbelly on the road. The author began the charity tour with a three-week visit through New Hampshire and Maine, where he met with independent booksellers and readers. He has since traveled through Michigan and is currently continuing through Wisconsin, with plans to remain on the road for more than two additional months.

The tour is designed to connect readers directly with the book while giving them an opportunity to support a cause beyond the novel itself. Readers who purchase Underbelly through the end of 2026 will contribute to the charitable effort through Longstreet's royalty donation.

Watch Allen Longstreet discuss Underbelly and his cross-country charity book tour. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXZbKhSAWNY

The novel has also received recognition from BookLife by Publishers Weekly. Its review describes Underbelly as a near-future dystopian story that offers a scathing critique of contemporary politics and explores corporate influence over law and oversight, conspiracy, corruption, and the power of elites. BookLife selected the novel as an Editor's Pick, calling it a gripping read for audiences interested in dystopian fiction and political commentary.

“I wanted the release of Underbelly to do more than simply put another book on the shelf,” said Longstreet. “The charity tour gives me an opportunity to meet readers, talk about the ideas behind the novel, and use the book to help support people who have experienced human trafficking.”

The cross-country tour will continue throughout the coming months, with Longstreet sharing updates from the road and encouraging readers to follow the journey and learn more about the charitable effort.

Readers can learn more about Underbelly, Allen Longstreet, and the cross-country charity book tour through the following resources:

• Learn more about Allen Longstreet and Underbelly: https://allenlongstreet.com/.
• Purchase a copy of Underbelly: https://bookshop.org/p/books/underbelly-allen-longstreet/5c0cc58d1603e542?ean=9798990651951
• Support the charitable initiative: https://gofund.me/5a69ac222
• Follow Allen’s cross-country tour on his author’s social media profile: https://www.instagram.com/allen.writes  

About Allen Longstreet

Allen Longstreet is the author of four novels and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied Journalism and Film Production. Underbelly, his latest work, is a dystopian thriller combining political commentary with a near-future story about power, corruption, and institutional influence. Following the novel's August 2026 release, Longstreet launched a cross-country book tour connected to a charitable initiative supporting victims of human trafficking.

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Allen Longstreet donates 100% of 2026 Underbelly royalties to support human trafficking victims.

Allen Longstreet donates 100% of 2026 Underbelly royalties to support human trafficking victims.