Overview

• George R.R. Martin confirmed that 'The Winds of Winter' remains 13 years overdue, calling it 'the curse of my life.'
• He stated that progress on the book occurs in phases but is frequently interrupted by other obligations, including HBO show deadlines.
• Martin denied that side ventures like his bookstore, theater, or involvement in a dire wolf de-extinction project significantly detract from his writing time.
• The author has stopped providing detailed progress updates since 2022, when he estimated the book was 75% complete.
• Fan impatience continues to grow as Martin balances commitments to multiple Game of Thrones spin-offs and other creative projects.