George R.R. Martin recently delighted fans with an update on his blog, but it wasn't about the much-anticipated *The Winds of Winter*. Instead, he unveiled the cover for the upcoming illustrated edition of *A Feast for Crows*, the fourth book in the *A Song of Ice and Fire* series to receive this special treatment. This edition, set to release on November 4, 2025, will showcase stunning artwork by Jeffrey R. McDonald. Fans eager to get their hands on this beautifully illustrated book can preorder it now from major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target.

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A Feast for Crows: The Illustrated Edition

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This is exciting news for collectors of the illustrated editions. It has been five years since the last illustrated edition, *A Storm of Swords*, was released in November 2020. The new edition of *A Feast for Crows* will also feature a forward by Joe Abercrombie, adding an extra layer of intrigue. Martin has promised to share some of the interior illustrations this spring, building anticipation ahead of the book's release. For those new to the series, the first three illustrated editions are already available and perfect for starting your collection.

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A Game of Thrones: The Illustrated Edition

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A Clash of Kings: The Illustrated Edition

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A Storm of Swords: The Illustrated Edition

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A Song of Ice and Fire Book Set

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What About The Winds of Winter?

Unfortunately, fans eagerly awaiting *The Winds of Winter* may have to continue their wait. The last update from Martin on this front came in December 2024, where he expressed concerns about finishing the book within his lifetime. This followed his November 2023 confirmation of having written 1,100 pages. While the wait for *The Winds of Winter* has now stretched to nearly 14 years, the release of the fourth illustrated edition suggests that the first five special editions might be completed before *The Winds of Winter* sees the light of day.