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Heart of the Mountain, the final book in author Larry Correia’s Saga of the Forgotten Warrior series, features a bold dedication that has fans talking. Instead of dedicating the book to a family member or friend as is the custom, Correia chose to dedicate the book to Martin, writing:

“To George R.R. Martin. See? It’s not that hard.” 

The line directly calls out Martin’s prolonged writing process for The Winds of Winter. The controversy has also drawn attention to Correia’s own career. Correia, known for his popular series like Monster Hunter International and Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, wrapped up his latest series with a direct nod to Martin’s delayed writing schedule. Correia’s jab at Martin’s unfinished A Song of Ice and Fire series reflects broader frustrations within the fandom. Fans have been eagerly awaiting The Winds of Winter for over a decade, making Martin’s delays a frequent topic of jokes and memes online.

Fan reactions to Correia’s dedication

Correia’s decision to include this dedication has divided fans. While many appreciate the humor, others feel it’s an unnecessary jab at a fellow author. Fans on Reddit have dissected the dedication, with opinions split on its intent.

Some fans feel that Correia’s jab at Martin is petty, given the complexities of writing extensive lore and character arcs in A Song of Ice and Fire. They argue that Martin, with his substantial income and focus on HBO projects, is less pressured to complete The Winds of Winter quickly.

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Other users expressed surprise at the number of book fans defending George R.R. Martin, attributing his delays to overly complex storylines.

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The feud between Larry Correia and George R.R. Martin dates back to the Sad Puppies campaign. Launched by Correia in 2013, the campaign sought to reform Hugo Award nominations, arguing that popular works were overlooked in favor of politically progressive themes.

Martin was a vocal critic of the campaign, describing it as divisive and damaging to the science fiction and fantasy community. His blog posts on the topic directly challenged Correia’s views, setting the stage for their ongoing conflict.

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