When you think of scientists or tech experts, you might picture complicated data or dire predictions. But Peter Solomon, scientist, entrepreneur, and Amazon best-selling author of 100 Years to Exctinction, brings a refreshingly human approach to the future of technology.
With experience in both science and storytelling, Solomon helps readers make sense of overwhelming topics like AI ethics, climate change, and genetic engineering. His motivation is deeply personal:
“I have 12 grandkids,” Solomon says. “And I worry about their future.”
Whether you are an author, an entrepreneur, or simply a curious reader, his insights show how stories can help us understand and shape the future.
1. Every Breakthrough Comes With a Shadow
After decades developing new technologies, Solomon now asks a different question: what is the cost?
“Every great advancement,” he says, “comes with a terrible downside.”
He shares five examples that show how progress often brings risk:
Fossil Fuels sparked the Industrial Revolution, but now drive climate change
Nuclear Power provided clean energy, but also produced atomic bombs
The Internet connected the world, but enabled widespread misinformation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers massive potential but creates serious ethical concerns
Genetic Engineering may revolutionize medicine, but carries unpredictable consequences
Solomon is not anti-technology. He simply believes in asking hard questions early.
2. You Are Made of Stardust (and Maybe a T-Rex)
One of Solomon’s greatest talents is making science feel magical. In his educational project, The Stardust Mystery, he tells kids:
“You are made of stardust that was once in a T-Rex and Albert Einstein.”
It sounds like science fiction, but it is real. The atoms in your body were created in ancient stars and have traveled through time via plants, animals, and ecosystems.
It serves as a beautiful reminder of our profound connection to the universe and to one another.
3. Digital Immortality Is Already Happening
In Solomon’s upcoming novel, a tech billionaire gives his own eulogy after digitally uploading his consciousness into a robot body.
This may sound like a futuristic fantasy, but the groundwork already exists. Some companies are building “afterlife avatars,” and AI tools can simulate a person’s voice and personality after just a few hours of interaction.
As the line between human and machine blurs, Solomon poses a profound question: what happens when technology captures us more effectively than we capture ourselves?
4. Want to Make an Impact? Start With a Story
If you want to change the world, Solomon has one clear message: do it through fiction.
“We need to motivate everyone. And I think the best way to do that is with a novel.”
While facts appeal to logic, stories reach the heart. A well-told narrative can spark empathy, curiosity, and real change.
Whether you are writing about climate change, AI, or any global issue, Solomon believes that storytelling is your strongest tool.
The Future Begins With the Stories We Tell
Peter Solomon shows that understanding the future does not require advanced degrees. What it really takes is curiosity, courage, and a powerful story.
By grounding science in narrative, he helps readers move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling empowered.
So ask yourself: What kind of future are you writing?
If you are ready to share your own story, whether it is fiction, nonfiction, or a blend of both, Munn Avenue Press is here to help you bring it to life. If you would like to publish your book or your audiobook (or are just dreaming about it), let the MunnAvenuePress.com team help make your dream a reality.
Happy Writing! Charlie Levin, Publisher & Founder
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