The release of the "Winds of Winter," the latest instalment of the book series "A Song of Ice and Fire," has been very much awaited and anticipated by avid fans of the book. Recently, author George R.R. Martin admits to the slow progress of the book and assures it shall be released soon.
There have been numerous speculations feeding the hopes of many stating that the book can still be released within this year. However, there are four months to go before 2016 ends and there haven't been any reports yet to confirm such allegations. Thus, fans are now starting to believe and accept that they will have to wait until 2017 for the book to be published.
George R.R. Martin Admits To Being A Slow Writer
According to MNR Daily, in an interview that George R.R. Martin had, he had admitted to being a "slow and painstaking writer." He was good enough to admit that he has been struggling to write the storyline of the book, having some good and bad days in the process.
Martin has done a few readings on some of the chapters that he has finished in the book. Some fans even took the time to decipher all of the clues that Martin has revealed, to put together some sense into what is in store for "Winds of Winter." Of course, there is nothing better than the actual book itself to be released already.
George R.R. Martin Confirms Attendance In Upcoming Worldcon 2016
Ecumenical News reported that George R.R. Martin has confirmed to be attending and making a public appearance at Worldcon later this year. There have been speculations that the announcement of the release date of "Winds of Winter" will be done at the said event. The author even requested not to be photographed or asked for autographs during Worldcon, stating that he wants to enjoy the event as well.