Hi, I’m Alex

I’m a fantasy writer from the UK, and I love writing stories. You can check out my writing, blog and advice posts below!

My Writing

Short Stories, Flash Fiction, and a novel in progress. Hundreds of worlds to explore.

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Monthly Updates and opinion articles about all things writing and the fantasy genre.

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My Advice

Want to start writing fantasy? Check out my “How To” Guides giving hints and tips on writing fantasy.

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My Latest Stories

Inkling (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

It wasn’t a loud feeling that skittered over Yulia’s skin. It was a soft, gentle one that gave her a hint that talking to Marielle would be a good idea. Maybe some would call it fate, but Yulia didn’t ascribe anything to fate. Everything in this metal casket was hard fought for, all the way … More Inkling (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

August 13, 2020August 8, 2020

Whisper (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

Sometimes I think I can hear you in whispers. In the wind through the trees or the rustle of grass. In the crumple of paper or the bell on a bike. In that moment I forget you’re not here. In that moment I think hey you’re home and I look up and see- Nothing. And … More Whisper (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

August 12, 2020August 8, 2020

Gentle (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

The sea is gentle today, a calm surf gently lapping the shore of the stony beach under your feet. You can feel the air hint at the warmth of the air that will come with the rising sun. You are the only person on this stony beach, whilst the sun has risen but the people … More Gentle (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

August 11, 2020August 13, 2020

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Alex.J.Cobalt

Fantasy Writer

Let’s go somewhere magical

Hi, I’m Alex

My Writing

My
Blog

My Advice

My Newsletter

My Latest Stories

Inkling (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

Whisper (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

Gentle (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

How To: The Business of Writing

Start Again (July Update)

How To: Basics of Plotting

Alex.J.Cobalt

Fantasy Writer

Let’s go somewhere magical

Hi, I’m Alex

My Writing

My Blog

My Advice

My Newsletter

My Latest Stories

Inkling (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

Whisper (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

Gentle (Stories on a Theme – “Soft”)

My
Blog