Game of Thrones is an unusual fantasy phenomenon. The HBO adaptation dominated TV between 2011 and 2019 and wrapped up the Song of Ice and Fire long before the books that inspired it. That story is still going, and while the show’s controversial conclusion left many fans grateful that George R.R. Martin’s saga had two volumes left to wrap the story up, there’s still no indication when the sixth (and penultimate) volume will emerge. Patience has a whole new meaning in Westeros.
Fortunately, many other books have filled the gaps, inspired by the Game of Thrones universe and HBO’s adaptation, but not penned by Martin. If you or a fan you know are keen to learn more about the science, philosophy, and production secrets of Game of Thrones, this selection should fill in the gaps between the ice and fire.
Game of Thrones didn’t take long to become one of the biggest TV shows on the planet. It swept up readers of the books, some of whom had been following the saga on the page since 1996, and added a new generation of fans. In the wealth of books that George R.R. Martin’s epic creation has inspired, even the most die-hard fans will find new ways to look at the Song of Ice and Fire. That covers the costumes, the production design, and, yes, even the food.
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FAQs
When will the next Song of Ice and Fire book be released?
It is one of the most difficult-to-answer questions in publishing, and fans should know better than to pester George R.R. Martin about it. The sixth book in the saga is intended to be the penultimate installment of A Song of Ice and Fire, and the author confirmed it would be titled The Winds of Winter in 2012. Ten years later, Martin confirmed that the book was about 75% complete, but readers shouldn’t be surprised if The Winds of Winter doesn’t emerge until 2025. Waiting is an essential part of Game of Thrones.
Will there be more Game of Thrones series?
The prequel series House of The Dragon is well into production of its second season, with eight episodes expected to air in mid-2024, and fans can expect more spin-offs. Six new series are in development, including a show centered on Jon Snow’s exploits following the events of the final season of Game of Thrones, which HBO confirmed in 2022. Other potential shows include a prequel series based on Martin’s spin-off novellas Dunk and Egg, which the writer will head up, and two adult animated series.
