Talks at Google

George R.R. Martin | A Dance with Dragons

Mar 21, 2025
George R.R. Martin, the renowned author behind 'A Song of Ice and Fire,' dives deep into his literary journey. He shares insights on his writing process, coping with fan theories, and the intricate balance of adapting his work for television. Martin discusses character depth and point-of-view choices, highlighting the emotional weight of character deaths. He also addresses the challenges women face in leadership, drawing parallels between his fantasy world and historical realities. Plus, there’s a fun debate on choosing between the Stark and Lannister houses!
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ANECDOTE

Google Talk

  • George R.R. Martin, during his book tour for "A Dance with Dragons," spoke at Google.
  • This talk was unique as the audience primarily consisted of people with computers.
INSIGHT

Fantasy and Sci-Fi

  • George R.R. Martin believes fantasy and science fiction are two sides of the same coin.
  • He views his talk at Google, a tech-focused environment, as proof of this.
ANECDOTE

Cut Content

  • Martin saves all cut material, sometimes reusing it in later books.
  • He discussed a particularly vivid "Tyrion chapter" cut from "A Dance with Dragons" for narrative reasons.
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