Also he's incredibly underrated in his comedy writing. I'd often find myself laughing out loud reading his books.

Can you imagine getting into a writing class with this guy as your instructor?

George RR Martin: "Nobody gets up in the morning and says 'I'm the villain" Tv Show: Hold my Night King...

George RR Martin: One hundred interviews for every page he writes.

How do you become a great writer? You start by actually WRITING

GRRM's three steps to success: 1) Toil in obscurity for decades. 2) Become the most famous writer in the world. 3) Immediately quit writing and become a professional interviewee.

I really liked that exercise example on trying to make character speeches sound different in order to identity them through their archetypes. Everybody sounds differently so of course there's going to be some differences in their speech to distinguish their personality.

As a very casual amateur writer, I find dialog with casual speech the hardest thing.

GRRM *breaths* People: *applause*

One of the greatest tips to be a writer is to actually finish a story you were writing.

Great answer, writers aren't usually that well spoken and to the point. GRRM feels like a sociable nerd, unlike most of his fans(myself included)

If you don't write, you can't be a bad writer.

As a writer I agree completely. Getting too wrapped up into compartmentalizing genres really shortchanges the ability to broaden the scope of storytelling.

I like that he waited to bring up empathy. For some reason it was more meaningful to say this near the end, instead of right out the gate.

If you have a great story you just have to work at it and it will take shape, it morphs at the same time and takes detours and you suddenly discover more about your own story. I studied literature at university but have never tried to write an actual novel...but I've had a story in my mind which I really really like. I believe you shouldn't try and please others, write it for yourself.

My debut novel will soon be published, and I owe some thanks to George. Not only for his wonderful books, but also for the advice he gave me back in 2015.

Read, read , read, read and lastly, read.

He looks like a mix of Wario and Waluigi

To think that D&D spoke with this man

The only difference between sci fi and fantasy is that in sci fi technology replaces magic.

It's obvious David and Dan didn't watch this...

He is one of the best authors of our time.

What separates GRRM from Dumb and Dumber (D&D) is Martin gives us the benefit of the doubt and he assumes we're intelligent and he writes his stories according to that assumption. Dumb and Dumber on the other hand assume we the viewers are idiot's and that we won't appreciate or be enamored with a complex sprawling plot that involves many different possible outcomes, emotions and plot arcs. This is why George is the 🐐

He is Dark Santa

The great thing about writing and books in general is its a type of story telling medium that has no limitations. Unlike live action tv shows, and even animation to an extent. Books have no restrictions what so ever and you can only go as far your imagination desires for how ever long you want to write. Its a shame that many fantasy authors works that are brough to life on screen are never adapted to the extent of what the writer himself invisions but its still nice to see a live action that chronicles the world, the setting and characters you created as a writer.

I respect all writers.

It's a good point he makes about genre. Technically, science fiction is not a genre, it's a setting and narrative form. Fantasy is the same, a setting form that incorporates real genres like action, love etc. Horror is the only real, technical genre there.

I love this man and this channel so much

Step 1: Finish your books.

He forgot the most important part. WRITE IT.

I really like how George begins his sentences you can see him think about what he is going say before he says is

Interviewer : "What qualities are needed to be a good writer?" George : "Be a good writer." Me : "OK, cheers for that."

One thing I found that vastly improved my writing has been raising my own conscious and spirituality. When you are trying to send a very important message or make a positive, profound impact on the world, you will be inspired in ways you otherwise did not think possible. Look at J.R.R. Tolkien, Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix, or even especially the artwork of Alex Grey.

George has already answered this before, he states that in the beginning you will write bad stories before you start writing stories that are on the level of Asoiaf, he advices to learn the writing craft and just write.

Finish what you've started.

And yet D&D wrote a Night King who was just evil for evils sake. SMH

Great tip. This also goes for music writing!

“Less talking more writing” Warband fans will understand..

Love the master class ad

I respect George RR Martin I have nothing too hate about him because people who write bad things about him are just low life’s but I am taking he’s advice.

How to be a good writer? Take your time. AM I RIGHT GEORGE

finishing your writing is a good start.

So true! I won’t hide my identity because people can’t understand a writer can write different genres. The imagination has no bounds or limits. It roams free. I write it all. Sometimes genres help channel where the audience will appreciate the literature. It’s not me but the characters. Who could be real people experiences!

Man just said “just be good” 😂

Write what you know and if you don’t know get to know.

I personally think realizing that the more you write, the better you will get. Writers, like artists, are normally their own worst critics. So it's good, when looking back at your old writing, is understanding what works and what doesn't work and why. Then learn from that to develop, not only your technical writing, but also characters and story. I think the worst thing is to burden yourself with an unrealistic expectation. Also getting into the habit of finishing your story, no matter how good or bad, is important. And while I think it is vital to be enthusiastic about what you're writing, and feel compelled to write it, being able to view it from the eyes of a reader is also important. Finally be honest with yourself.

George RR Martin on How to be a Fast Writer: Video Not Found

Someone please tell me how to get a great ear for prose. I keep thinking it’s playing Langston Hughes on repeat, but I’m probably wrong.

Step 1: actually write

build muscle in your fingers

This is Tyrion speaking = This is Littlefinger speaking = This is the Producers speaking.

Sabias palavras, mestre Martin.

Just write each part all down, leaving nothing out and then edit using the iceberg method. I do it all the time, and write great poetry. I dump my entire poem on the page in parts with preselected devices I will use and then I trim from the top as I add a new part. I follow hemingways advice and I always write great work and keep having writing success.

1.take 8 years to finish a book.

I always felt the same. Fantasy scifi and horror are intertwined. The Witcher series, for example, is all three genres at the same time.

5:30 this is so funny, because Dan and Dave have both Cersei saying “I choose violence” and Dany saying “So let it be fear then.” So apparently they must not have spent too long at GRRMs house talking about the story, maybe instead they were playing with his action figures while he was trying to talk them off the cliff of destroying his story.

The thumbnail made it look like Yagrum Bagarn was sitting in that chair.

The GOAT

If only d&d saw this

Where is the full video?

...Can you hear that? ...Well? Can you hear it? ...Please, tell me you can hear it. ...it’s the Hum! Do you know what that Hum is? ...It’s your courage to come. Know that there is no challenge that we cannot overcome. We shall win...and we shall do it with courage. every crum. The Hum - hums ahead of our hearts, shielding all precious to soul. The Hum of our hearts...that song, the hymn of courage, of strength, confidence, has come, and doubters of courage and discouragers are dumb, and if you doubt what you have, if you do doubt each starry crumb of your courage beating, singing, burning and humming within you, then you will remain glum. A courageless heart is a soul numb. Now let this world be our fearless drum, for courage and its rise; it’s time for us to remove our conformity-disguise. From courageous fire rising over our hearts - we - the matchless - shall beat the ordinary enemy, for fear is no competition to the Hum to drum the world. All threats, great...small, past, present and future - we have, we can...we will overcome; we will overcome all fear, every enemy, each obstacle, every and each challenge, and we will do it with courage. We are the hum... the only hum to drum this world. So everybody listen. listen to your hum...hear the hum of others. It’s there...always there, and it never goes, can never die...the hum is always passed on. I am a fiction writer - my name is Del Winterbottom: check out my KZfaq channel for a free chapter of each of my books. Like my Facebook page - Del Winterbottom Books - for all latest news and info on all my upcoming new books! All of my books are available on Amazon: Fable King - Children’s/Family Story The Rulers Above - Epic Fantasy Trilogy Take Me - Psychological Thriller The Silent Sheriff - Action Horror Thank you for reading and I hope you have a great day!

He's giving a masterclass for free here. *Really think* about what he's saying! -- From your own experience, does everyone speak the same way? Think of some genius from Harlem who had a rough childhood and didn't get a college education. They might speak in slang, but there's intent and intelligence behind their words. Think of a try-hard intellectual (Brian Griffin type) who peppers their speech with vocabulary that would make a thesaurus blush. Is the latter as smart as the former? Probably not. Their dialogue will differ, but you should be able to tease that out for the reader -- and you should trust in the reader to pick up on it. One of the things I love about George's writing is that he doesn't spoon-feed you. He leaves it all in the text. I've counted myself clever for picking up on stuff in ASOIAF but missed countless other clues he's seeded elsewhere. George rewards re-readers. -- Combine all of that with his points on empathy and you have compelling dialogue. What does the genius girl from Harlem want in the situation she's in? Given that, what would she say (knowing what she wants) and how would she say it (speaking with slang and intelligence)? -- He doesn't go into other aspects that make his work great because he'd need a few hours to do that! There's character psychology/idiosyncrasies/pathologies, worldbuilding, trying to make the plot unfold so it doesn't seem contrived but instead appears to be a natural progression of the characters's decisions, POV chapters (choosing words and thoughts that fit with an 8-year old vs a 28-year old), scene-painting, internal consistency and a thousand others! I'm awestruck that he doesn't use a coded set of notes to do all of this. George keeps notes, but the majority of it goes on in his head. He fashions his tales through flashes of genius, "gardening" (I.E. making it up, or not using an outline) as he goes. There is much to be learned from his stance on writing. It isn't an easy approach, but if you have the ability and discipline it'll yield great results.

What's the most important part of ANY book? Well... being able to fucking read it!

Titus Andronicus really has the best villain: Lucius. Art thou not sorry for these heinous deeds? Aaron: Ay, that I had not done a thousand more. Even now I curse the day-and yet, I think, Few come within the compass of my curse,- Wherein I did not some notorious ill, As kill a man, or else devise his death, Ravish a maid, or plot the way to do it, Accuse some innocent and forswear myself, Set deadly enmity between two friends, Make poor men's cattle break their necks; Set fire on barns and hay-stacks in the night, And bid the owners quench them with their tears. Oft have I digg'd up dead men from their graves, And set them upright at their dear friends' doors, Even when their sorrows almost were forgot; And on their skins, as on the bark of trees, Have with my knife carved in Roman letters, 'Let not your sorrow die, though I am dead.' Tut, I have done a thousand dreadful things As willingly as one would kill a fly, And nothing grieves me heartily indeed But that I cannot do ten thousand more

Step 1: finish the book

One thing I’ve got from George RR Martin about being successful as an author is to procrastinate. I will take his example to heart.

Who needs a publisher when you can be your own publisher on the internet.

There is a great deal of realism and politics in game of thrones, I think that's why it was so popular, if it was all about magic like Harry Potter I dont think it would've been that popular.

People here acting like grrm owes them something

I need a raven to pass this along. Is this really the battle of Summer Hall? Has Summerhall been writen yet at all?The wind stood still and the silenced roar. Rhaegar stood in balance and grew once more. Dancing dragons drumming snores Hammer Druming battle songs. Baratheon warg and the earth shook. Battle arms ready my lords. Everyone in the halls stared in awe. Both Rhaegar and Baratheon squaring off. Rhaegar swing his sword and sang a song.-Danilo Antonio

Can anyone write here the books he read?

5:46 why did they laugh at that? Doctor Doom has proven that his methods work for the better. His citizens love him and they prosper. He really does think what he is doing is just and half of the time it is.

Anyone noticed the 2 coke bottles next to GRRM?

George mentions Doctor Doom! 😍

Waiting for GRRM to start his own religion like L. Ron Hubbard. He has the right hat to start.

Great writers don’t procrastinate indefinitely.

How does someone say horror and fantasy are opposites? Or comic books for that matter? A good fantasy story should have elements of horror in it. And the heroes of these fantasy novels tend to share similarities to heroes in comic books. They are all stories and all stories can share elements from multiple styles.

I expected to see a bunch of comments of people saying stupid, mean things about him. I'm really surprised to see that was not the case

how about finish your books

I love that he said H.P. Lovecraft. Just do.

George RR Martin on How to be a Great Writer: "Easy: don't fuck up like D&D did with The Long Night!"

How to write a show into the ground 101

If only JJ Abrams had seen this.......

I want to see J K Rowling and George Martin having a conversation ❤

A great writer finishes what he started over twenty years ago.

how to be a great writer avoid everything season 7& 8 has done!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You know whats nice. When an acclaimed novelist talks about dr doom

Nobody gets up in the morning and says what evil things could do today, except Dr.Doom and D.Troomp

His voice threw me off i never heard him speak until now i thought he would have a Morgan Freeman type voice..

The problem is that the readers are smarter, but the book buyers aren't. The publisher's customer isn't the readers, it's the book stores, and the people who manage the inventories of books don't read everything they buy, how could they? The stores divide up their shelf space by genre, and the hapless retail employees are expected to shelve the books in the correct section.

I would think a great writer would actually manage to finish the stories that he started.

It's so annoying when he gets interrupted by either the interviewer or the crowd clapping. Please let the man speak

Brandon Sanderson first 3 Mistborn books are fantasy and the next 3 are SciFi, that'd really make most publishers go crazy

how would he know

Read a lot and write a lot

I assume making your deadlines isn't one of them

How to wrap good fantasy GRRM: Welcome to my masterclass 😂

When I watch Star Wars I always considered it a fantasy not SiFi. Odd.

Is someone gonna teach him. He will never finish asoif

he drinks coca cola, great just fucking great. hoping him to be healthy.