George R.R. Martin Admits He's "Not in the Mood" to Finish 'The Winds of Winter'
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Key Points:
- George R. R. Martin has written about 1,100 manuscript pages of The Winds of Winter but struggles with creative paralysis, often rewriting chapters instead of making steady progress.
- The massive success of Game of Thrones has created distractions for Martin, with numerous spinoffs and media projects pulling him away from finishing the novel.
- Martin faces frustration and criticism from fans, some of whom question his ability to complete the book due to his age and distractions, which he finds hurtful.
- He insists that no one else will finish The Winds of Winter if he cannot, leaving the possibility the book may remain unfinished after his death.
- Despite challenges with The Winds of Winter, Martin remains passionate about other projects within the A Song
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