About the author

Alex emerged into the public consciousness in 2497 with the publication of “A Mote in Shadow,” a searing, fictionalized account of the tumultuous period between 2366 and 2372. Focusing on various luminaries of the period, Alex’s “A Mote in Shadow” has sparked intense controversy. Leaving readers pondering profound questions and looming threats is a hallmark of Alex’s work, fueling fierce debate and cementing the book’s status as a seminal piece of 25th-century literature.

Despite intense scrutiny, A.N. Alex remains an elusive figure, eschewing the limelight in favor of letting their work speak for itself. Some whisper that Alex is not one person but many, a collective of writers and thinkers united in their desire to probe the deepest mysteries of the universe who more commonly operate under the handle of LastNPCAlex. Others speculate the author is an AI, an emergent intelligence born from the very xenoliths that lie at the heart of their magnum opus.

A.N. Alex challenges readers with their voice to confront the complexities of a universe where shadows and light intertwine, blurring the line between hero and villain and leaving an indelible mark on the 25th century. As humanity stands on the precipice of a new age, “A Mote in Shadow” shines as a beacon, guiding us through the uncharted waters of a future both wondrous and terrifying in its potential, regardless of the truth behind the mythos.