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George R. R. Martin Says He's "Still Working on" New 'Game Of Thrones' Book and Addresses Fan Anger at Delays
George R.R. Martin remains committed to finishing The Winds of Winter despite 13 years of delays and ongoing deadline struggles, revealing he is about three-quarters done, he said at New York Comic Con.
- At New York Comic Con this year, George R.R. Martin addressed the delay of The Winds of Winter, saying `Every time that happens, and I announce it on my website, half the internet goes crazy`.
- Martin says commitments to numerous other projects and studios buying screen rights have diverted his attention from finishing the novel.
- Martin says he is about `three-quarters of the way done` on the next book, with two more novels planned after The Winds of Winter, including A Dream of Spring.
- Martin noted fan outrage, saying `Every time that happens, and I announce it on my website, half the internet goes crazy`, and the delays have sparked public mockery from Andrzej Sapkowski and confrontations from fans of A Song of Ice and Fire.
- Upcoming screen projects mean George R.R. Martin will supervise adaptations, warning this will reduce time for finishing The Winds of Winter before A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms premieres January 18, 2026.
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George R.R. Martin addresses 'controversy' over 'Winds of Winter' delay
George R.R. Martin, 77, repeatedly referenced his difficulty meeting deadlines in a panel appearance and acknowledged that fans have been waiting for "The Winds of Winter," the planned next book in his series, for nearly 15 years.
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