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‘Getting old is no fun’: Game of Thrones author George RR Martin speaks out about depression amid further book delays
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- George RR Martin revealed he has struggled with depression during a “stressful” and “overwhelming” year, sharing his experiences in a personal blog post after nearly six months of silence.
- The 77-year-old author acknowledged both positive moments, like Emmy nominations for the Game of Thrones prequel, and significant challenges including the loss of friends and battling sadness.
- Martin addressed ongoing delays and criticism regarding the long-awaited sixth book in his A Song of Ice and Fire series, The Winds of Winter, confirming he remains committed to finishing the series despite difficulties.
- He disclosed having completed about 1,100 manuscript pages of The Winds of Winter but admitted that distractions and mood fluctuations have slowed progress.
- Martin’s candid reflections highlight the pressures of aging, creative expectations, and mental health, with mental health support resources provided for readers in the UK, US, and Australia.
