Greg Bear was an acclaimed American science fiction author known for his imaginative and scientifically detailed works. His novels often explored themes like galactic conflict, consciousness, biotechnology, and accelerated evolution. Notable works include Blood Music, Eon, Darwin’s Radio, and The Forge of God. Bear’s writing is often classified as “hard science fiction” due to its strong scientific foundation.

He authored over 50 books and was a co-founder of San Diego Comic-Con. His contributions to the genre earned him multiple awards, including Hugo and Nebula Awards.