George R.R. Martin says he has struggled with depression during his recent hiatus from public updates. In what he describes as his first fan update in about six months, the “Game of Thrones” author tells readers he has experienced personal difficulties despite also having periods he calls “amazing times.” Martin characterizes the past year as especially stressful, writing that it has been “stressful, to say the least.” He does not provide detailed information about treatment or specific causes, but he emphasizes that his mental health has been challenging. The author also warns that his worst period may not be over yet, adding to concerns among readers who have been waiting for news about his ongoing writing projects. The comments appear in an update intended for fans, which he uses to share his current state and outlook rather than offering new plot or production details.
George R.R. Martin says he battled depression during hiatus, warns “the worst may be yet to come”
George R.R. Martin says he has struggled with depression during his recent hiatus from public updates. In what he describes as his first fan update in about six months, the “Game of Thrones” author te...
- George R.R. Martin shares personal struggles during a recent hiatus, including depression.
- He describes the past year as “stressful” and says things may still get worse.
- Martin says he is writing this as his first fan update in about six months.
- He also mentions having some “amazing times,” alongside difficult periods.
- No detailed specifics about the depression are provided in the reported updates.
In his first fan update in six months, the 'Game of Thrones' author says he's had some personal struggles despite enjoying some "amazing times."
2 hours ago‘This year has been… stressful, to say the least,' the author wrote.
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