George R. R. Martin's Struggle to Finish 'The Winds Of Winter'
Author George R. R. Martin reveals the reason behind his inability to finish 'The Winds Of Winter', the sixth instalment in his A Song Of Ice And Fire series, after 14 years.
At 77, Martin confesses that his creative process requires a specific environment, which his constant travels have made it difficult to achieve.
I need my own place. I need my office and my settings.
In an interview with January Magazine, Martin explained that he can only write effectively when alone in his office, surrounded by his books and personal artefacts that allow him to immerse himself in the fictional world of Westeros.
Despite years of trying, Martin struggles to write while travelling, highlighting the importance of his office setup for his writing process.
Author's summary: Martin's writing process hindered by travels.