There's a New Game of Thrones Illustrated Edition Coming in November, but Still No Winds of Winter

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 scheduled for release on November 4, 2025. Pre-orders are available now through major online booksellers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target.

A Feast for Crows: The Illustrated Edition

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This announcement is welcome news for collectors of the illustrated editions. The last release, *A Storm of Swords*, debuted in November 2020, making this a five-year gap between illustrated books. This new edition will also include a foreword by Joe Abercrombie. Martin promises a sneak peek at interior illustrations later this spring.

More Game of Thrones Books:

A Game of Thrones: The Illustrated Edition - See it at Amazon

A Clash of Kings: The Illustrated Edition - See it at Amazon

A Storm of Swords: The Illustrated Edition - See it at Amazon

A Song of Ice and Fire Book Set - See it at Amazon

What About *The Winds of Winter*?

For those eagerly awaiting *The Winds of Winter*, the news is less encouraging. Martin's December 2024 interview hinted at the possibility of never completing the book in his lifetime, despite having already written 1,100 pages (as confirmed in November 2023). While disappointing for long-time fans who have waited nearly 14 years, there remains a glimmer of hope for the series' eventual completion, perhaps by another author. However, it appears the first five illustrated editions will likely be released before *The Winds of Winter* sees the light of day.

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