# George RR Martin Opens Up About Depression as Fans Wait Longer for Next Book

Author George RR Martin, known for Game of Thrones, has spoken publicly about struggling with depression, noting that "getting old is no fun." His comments come as readers face fresh delays in the release of his long-awaited next novel in the series. The news highlights the personal and creative pressures behind one of fantasy's most anticipated works.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/aug/05/getting-old-is-no-fun-game-of-thrones-author-george-rr-martin-speaks-out-about-depression-amid-further-book-delays) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:41:40 GMT