Could George R.R. Martin's "Winds of Winter" release date be ready by February next year?
Yibada reported that rumors are flying about George R.R. Martin's highly-anticipated "Winds of Winter" release date. According to speculations, the upcoming installment in Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series could be available by Feb. 23, 2016.
According to Wars and Politics of Ice and Fire, George R.R. Martin's delayed "Winds of Winter" release date is also affected by the publisher's timeline. Apparently, it usually takes four to eight months for the manuscript to be ready for sale.
The publication noted that it is possible for George R.R. Martin's "Winds of Winter" release date to be on Feb. 23, 2016 with an accelerated publishing schedule. However, even if the author does manage to keep his deadline, it is unlikely that the book could be released before "Game of Thrones" season 6 airs.
Last month, Martin's appearance in "Z Nation" as a celebrity with a book entitled "A Promise of Spring." Fans were quick to point out that the title was actually a clue on George R.R. Martin's "Winds of Winter" release date.
Kpopstarz reported that George R.R. Martin was said to have asked HBO to delay the premiere of "GoT" season 6. The author has previously teased that "anything is possible" since "Game of Thrones" and "A Song of Ice and Fire" treat their characters differently.
Rumors suggest that Jon Snow could be alive in "Game of Thrones" season 6 since the character, portrayed by Kit Harington, may be alive in the "Winds of Winter" release date which is purportedly set for next year.
Fans were abuzz as a new poster for the show was revealed. It confirmed that "Game of Thrones" season 6 will be aired by April next year. The image sparked rumors that Jon Snow will be returning from his death.
Kit Harington was previously spotted in full costume on the set of the show, leading to rumors that he will be back for "Game of Thrones" season 6.