George R.R. Martin recently shared exciting news on his blog, though not about the highly anticipated The Winds of Winter. Instead, he unveiled the cover for the illustrated edition of A Feast for Crows, the fourth book in the A Song of Ice and Fire series to receive this special treatment. The artwork is by Jeffrey R. McDonald.
A Feast for Crows: The Illustrated Edition is slated for release on November 4, 2025. Pre-orders are now open at major book retailers including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target.
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This announcement is welcome news for collectors of the illustrated editions. The last one, A Storm of Swords, was released in November 2020, making it a five-year gap between illustrated releases.
Beyond the stunning illustrations, this edition will include a foreword by Joe Abercrombie. Martin's blog promises a sneak peek at some interior illustrations later this spring. For those wanting to complete their collection, the illustrated editions of A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, and A Storm of Swords are already available.
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What About The Winds of Winter?
For those eagerly awaiting The Winds of Winter, the news is less exciting. Martin's last update, from December 2024, hinted at the possibility of never completing the book in his lifetime, despite having written 1,100 pages as of November 2023. While disappointing for fans who've waited nearly 14 years, there remains a glimmer of hope for the series' completion, perhaps by another author. However, it seems the first five illustrated editions might be finished before The Winds of Winter sees the light of day.
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