The relationship between the creator of Westeros and his loyal readership has always been complex, but the latest update from the fantasy architect has widened the divide between joy and frustration. For those who consume the politics of the Seven Kingdoms strictly through their television screens, the future looks brighter than a dragon's flame.
However, for the literary purists patiently waiting for the next chapter in print, the forecast remains bleak. Offered a fresh status report last month that simultaneously promised an abundance of on-screen content while implicitly suggesting that his literary output has taken a backseat.
