Creator's NoteAn introduction to the planet of Cigam, Alba Lands is narrated by a native and told through the journals ofa boy from Earth. Written mostly in English, some parts are a composition of Scots (mainly Lallans) - adying language of Scotland - constructed with slang, dialects and other forgotten tongues of the land.While understanding the Scottish is not inherent to the story a translation link is provided should yourequire. As an Anglic language, it's very possible to understand without.The intended way to read the series is with background musical accompaniment (mostly instrumental:House, Techno & Classical). This is not for everyone of course, but if you wish then find the recommendedtrack and link before each chapter (via YouTube). If the exact track is missing then just use somethingsimilar. For both musical and visual accompaniment visit Zomgbat.

Wordpress.com (Original tracks &artwork to follow)You may be hitherto thinking that this is not the story or genre for you. If so, remember that much more ispossible than you know. For example, there are already more stars in the observable universe than grainsof sand on Earth. Or that a certain species of jellyfish is immortal. Our world is so tiny, and there are suchpowerful things beyond it.A Forgotten Winter is the first part of the trilogy Alba Lands which spans from Earth to Cigam and thenbeyond.SynopsisI'm Alba but.

I'm not the person I used to be. These days they call me Zephnai Choirs and for the life ofme, I can't remember why. At a guess, it's something to do with these nagging, parochial voices thatscream through my head with every silence. It wasn't always like this, it was never like this. Whathappened to me?I'm from Earth, well, my parents were from there. I've never set foot on it myself and I doubt I ever will.My whole life has been lost in the nothingness: flying through galaxies, exploring planets and chasingstars. I know it sounds incredible but that's all I've ever known.

Stranded on a spaceship that I call workand home, forced to seek a lost world and destined to be alone. It's beginning to get to me. In fact, it'skilling me.One day a crimson dawn wakes and on the brink of breakdown my ship comes alive. A new galaxy greetsus, and inside, the wonder and relief of the most serene, blue planets calls my name. It needs to be theplace I've been looking for, the fresh start I so desperately crave. I disembark to discover what should bean alien world but so much is familiar.Another time, another world yet so familiar.

The boy from Earth will encounter many things alas the most fateful will be an ashen-faced, golden-hairedgirl. A volatile, ethereal native who is the first sign that Alba is closer to home than once thought. Far froma stereotypical alien she wears a blue Kappa tracksuit and speaks a basic grasp of English. She sends themind of Captain Choirs reeling. As well as his heart pounding.Powerful, gorgeous, bold, her name is Crystaligicx.In the midst of a crippling Plague, she must save our boy. And then our worlds.