Overview
- Images from Penguin Random House’s illustrated edition circulated online and drew claims that the artwork was AI generated.
- Raya Golden posted on Martin’s Not a Blog identifying herself as Fevre River’s art direction and licensing manager.
- Golden said she alone approves licensed art for A Song of Ice and Fire book materials.
- The artist told Martin’s team that no AI was used and described relying on non‑AI digital programming for the work.
- Martin’s office stated it does not, has not, and will not work with generative AI artists, noting Martin’s broader opposition to AI.