Lykos Books Founder Dr. Petros Georgiou Champions Science Fiction As A Platform For New Voices And Futuristic Dialogue
USA news March 29, 2025
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NATIONWIDE - MARCH 2025 - Dr. Petros Tjun Hau Georgiou, a U.S. physician turned author and literary founder, has embarked on a new chapter in his professional journey by establishing Lykos Books, a publishing house dedicated to elevating emerging voices in science fiction. Known for its focus on futuristic exploration and time travel themes, Lykos Books aims to give promising writers a platform amid a literary landscape often dominated by commercial priorities.Dr. Georgiou’s debut novel, Second Chance, serves as both a narrative and philosophical entry point into the Lykos Books mission. Set in a dystopian version of New York City, the story follows characters wrestling with identity, memory, and the prospect of reshaping their pasts through time travel. Drawing directly from the author’s own experiences in New York during the COVID-19 pandemic, Second Chance is steeped in the complex realities of urban survival, cultural intersection, and moral dilemma. It is a book that poses provocative questions such as: “Would you tamper with the past for a better future?” and “What would you do with a second chance to rewrite your life?”These questions not only guide the novel but reflect the central ethos behind Lykos Books. The publishing house exists not only to tell stories but to challenge readers and writers alike to confront the philosophical and ethical dimensions of technology, society, and human agency. Dr. Georgiou's professional background in translational medicine—shaped by training at Barts and the London School of Medicine and the University of Oxford—provides a grounded scientific foundation for his storytelling. His bench-to-bedside perspective allows complex subjects such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and futuristic medical interventions to be explained in ways that remain accessible and emotionally resonant for readers.“My journey into science fiction is about more than telling a story,” said Dr. Georgiou. “It’s about starting a conversation—one that explores the intersection of science, identity, and the human condition. I wanted to build a platform where emerging writers can ask big questions and invite readers to reflect on how our choices shape the worlds we live in—and the ones we imagine.”With its launch, Lykos Books sets itself apart from other publishers by deliberately cultivating a space for writers who explore speculative fiction with depth and clarity. Dr. Georgiou believes that stories rooted in lived experience offer a rare kind of authenticity. His own multicultural journey—from immigrant to physician to novelist—infuses his storytelling with empathy, cultural awareness, and a rare honesty about loss, resilience, and reinvention. His characters are not archetypes; they are deeply textured reflections of real challenges, shaped by the pressures of societal change and personal transformation.This commitment to immersive storytelling is extended further through Dr. Georgiou’s decision to personally narrate the audiobook version of Second Chance. In doing so, he invites listeners into a direct conversation, one shaped by tone, pace, and emotion that is difficult to replicate on the printed page. The audiobook is designed not only as a literary product but as a shared experience—one that enhances the connection between reader and author.While the sci-fi genre has often been a haven for grandiose spectacle or futuristic abstraction, Lykos Books seeks to recenter the genre on human narratives and plausible futures. Dr. Georgiou sees science fiction not as escapism but as a lens through which to confront urgent questions of identity, ethics, and destiny. The literary tradition he champions does not shy away from complexity; rather, it embraces it as necessary for truth-telling in a world that is rapidly changing through technological disruption.A key part of the Lykos Books mission is fostering a collaborative environment among emerging writers. The company provides resources, editorial support, and exposure to authors who might otherwise be overshadowed by market-driven priorities. At a time when many young and diverse writers face challenges breaking into the industry, Lykos Books operates with a clear purpose: to prioritize narrative integrity over profitability and to advocate for the untapped potential in unexplored voices.The competitive nature of today’s publishing industry, where social media presence and monetization often dictate visibility, presents a difficult landscape for newcomers. Lykos Books was founded to push back against those limitations. Its goal is not to follow industry trends but to set new standards for what thoughtful, character-driven science fiction can achieve.By invoking themes like time travel and technological advancement, Dr. Georgiou’s work remains future-facing, but it is the emotional truths embedded in these narratives that distinguish Lykos Books from its peers. In Second Chance, readers encounter not only the mechanics of time travel but the deeper implications of regret, redemption, and the human yearning to rewrite personal histories.The literary approach Lykos Books champions is rooted in depth, precision, and a stylistic confidence that eschews gimmicks in favor of substance. Its stories do not promise easy answers but rather invite ongoing reflection—a hallmark of literary science fiction at its finest.“I want people to remember that style matters in storytelling,” said Dr. Georgiou. “The way a story is told—its rhythm, its tone, its emotional resonance—can be just as powerful as the events it depicts. That’s what I hope Lykos Books brings to the table: stories that stay with you, that make you want to talk, to think, and maybe even to write your own.”For those interested in stories that blend speculative science with emotional realism, or for new authors seeking a publisher willing to take risks on imaginative fiction, Lykos Books represents a meaningful addition to the literary landscape. Set for release on June 3rd, 2025, Second Chance will be available across all major online book retail platforms. With a strong pipeline of emerging science fiction voices on the horizon, Dr. Georgiou and his team remain dedicated to cultivating stories that are both thought-provoking and visionary.As science and technology continue to evolve, the narratives that shape how we interpret them must evolve as well. In the hands of Lykos Books, the future of science fiction appears not only expansive but deeply human.https://lykosbooks.comhttps://www.instagram.com/geogem19
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