Who wrote A Song of Ice and Fire, the fantasy novel series that begins with A Game of Thrones?

George R. R. Martin wrote A Song of Ice and Fire, the fantasy novel series that begins with A Game of Thrones. The first novel was published in 1996, introducing the political and dynastic conflicts of Westeros and the wider world of the series.

The books use multiple point-of-view characters rather than a single central hero. Major storylines involve House Stark, House Lannister, Daenerys Targaryen, the Night’s Watch, and the threat beyond the Wall. Martin’s approach combines epic fantasy with political intrigue, shifting alliances, and morally complicated characters.

The published novels are A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons. The planned titles The Winds of Winter and A Dream of Spring remain unpublished. The television adaptation is titled Game of Thrones, but the literary series is called A Song of Ice and Fire.