A NEW WORLD
WAITING FOR YOU...
THE STORY BEHIND THE AMULET...
In a world where the Men are far from being the most evolved species, the ancient civilization of the Alkebs thrives alongside them. Powerful beings, often compared to gods in certain human legends.
However, the Alkeb diaspora, living in human territories across the world, suffers systemic discrimination, victims of increasingly persistent religious propaganda associating them with demons.
This is how we follow Olivia Dubois, a young woman from the privileged neighbourhoods of Brussels, whose life is turned upside down by the death of her grandfather, accidentally revealing the alkeb origins of her family.
Hunted by the Belgian authorities who threaten to take away her fundamental rights, Olivia's only legacy from her past is her Sister Star, her late grandfather's amulet, which she keeps preciously as a lucky charm.
Determined to escape her destiny, she chooses to flee to Órelota, the flagship island of the Alkeb Kingdom.
Culturally human, but of Alkeb origin, she will try as best she can to make a place for herself in this new world, so strange in her eyes.
There, guided and supported by her new group of friends, she will discover a land with many facets, oscillating between wonders, mysteries, corruption and dramas.
ALKEBWORLD
The novels tell the story of my philosophy, which I leave to everyone to interpret with their own worldview.
Where did this story come from?
My inspiration is none other than an Afro diaspora in search of reference points, at a time when inclusivity is valued for minorities and literary characters are modified to correspond to current sensibilities, or cultural and ethnic divisions become identity marks or colorism and cultural appropriation seem to lose their initial meaning.
Faced with these upheavals, I took a step back to observe the evolution of the world and ask myself a crucial question:
“Why should we, people of African descent, be proud of adopting cultures that are not our own?”
Looking back to my past, I rediscovered the cultural treasures my ancestors left me, which inspired me to create a fantasy universe, nourished by rich African mythologies, to celebrate the beauty of my heritage.
It's wonderful, and it's into this new universe that I'm taking you on a journey.
THE EXTENDED UNIVERSE
Tale
The Pinnacle of the Black Panther
Mythology, Epic, Dark Fantasy
CHAMPION X ALKEB
THE AFROFANTASY OF THE MOMENT TO SAVOR
Alkebworld is a rich and immersive fantasy universe, inspired by African cultures, myths and legends.
Through its mystical lands, powerful clans, and bestiary, this universe offers a unique immersion into an epic where spirituality and political intrigue intertwine. From its diverse cultural traditions to its forgotten islands, Alkebworld is much more than an imaginary world. It's an invitation to explore a revisited heritage through short stories and tales, textiles, and much more.
Let yourself be carried away by Olivia Dubois' story... and come discover Alkebworld with her.
Publication date of Alkeb - The Naked Spirit.
Summer 2025
When and where does the plot of Alkeb - The Naked Spirit take place?
The first volume begins in 2022 in the Marais , a fictional commune south of Brussels, before continuing in the Alkeb Kingdom , the continent of origin of the Alkebs.
This vast territory, made up of seven distinct nations, is located in the South Atlantic Ocean, between Brazil and the West African coast.
How many volumes will the saga have?
The "ALKEBWORLD" saga will span five books, divided into two arcs spanning several decades. It will be enriched by several short stories and novellas set in the same universe.
The first short story, " Jessy " , is a thriller set in the Marais , the hometown of Olivia Dubois, the protagonist and heroine of the first volume, and takes place eleven years before the first volume.
The first volume of "Tales and Legends" , a collection composed of several stories and appendices, traces the emergence of the Alkeb civilization over nearly twelve thousand years.
What literary genres does AlkebWorld belong to?
The AlkebWorld universe mainly falls into the following genres:
- Fantasy, Urban Fantasy & Afro Fantasy : Inspired by African myths, it depicts a powerful and ancient civilization, tinged with spirituality and magic while developing its own mythology.
- Alternate History : Through plots mixing political, social, racial and religious tensions, the universe explores an alternative rewriting of history and the contemporary world.
- Thriller & Supernatural : Although set in the same universe, the short story " Jessy " moves away from fantasy to become more anchored in a thriller and supernatural register.
