George R.R. Martin recently updated fans via his blog, but not with news about *The Winds of Winter*. Instead, he unveiled the cover for the next illustrated edition of his renowned series, *A Song of Ice and Fire*. This time, it's *A Feast for Crows*, the fourth book in the series to receive this special treatment. The artwork for this edition will be crafted by Jeffrey R. McDonald, adding a visual dimension to the gripping narrative.
Set to hit the shelves on November 4, 2025, *A Feast for Crows: The Illustrated Edition* is now available for preorder. You can secure your copy from leading retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target, or any preferred online bookstore.
A Feast for Crows: The Illustrated Edition Preorder
Out November 4, 2025
A Feast for Crows: The Illustrated Edition
This announcement is exciting for collectors of the series' illustrated editions. The last one, *A Storm of Swords*, was released in November 2020, marking a five-year gap until the next illustrated edition. Alongside the stunning visuals, the new edition will include a foreword by Joe Abercrombie. Martin has promised that some of the interior illustrations will be shared this spring, building anticipation ahead of the book's release. If you're new to the illustrated editions, the first three are already available for purchase.
More Game of Thrones Books:
A Game of Thrones: The Illustrated Edition
A Clash of Kings: The Illustrated Edition
A Storm of Swords: The Illustrated Edition
A Song of Ice and Fire Book Set
What About The Winds of Winter?
For those eagerly awaiting *The Winds of Winter*, the wait continues. Martin's last update on this highly anticipated book came in a December 2024 interview, where he candidly shared his concerns about possibly never completing it. This follows his November 2023 statement where he revealed having written 1,100 pages. While disappointing for fans who've waited almost 14 years, there remains a glimmer of hope that the series could be completed by someone else. With the fourth illustrated edition now on the horizon, it seems likely that all five special editions will be released before *The Winds of Winter* sees the light of day.
