“Turtles have always been my sigil, I suppose. When I was a kid, growing up in Bayonne, NJ, I lived in a federal housing project, and we were not allowed to have a dog or cats. The only pets I could have were turtles. So, I had an entire toy castle filled with dime-store turtles. I gave them all names, and since they were living in a toy castle, I decided they were all knights and kingsand I made up stories about how they killed each other and betrayed each other and fought for the kingdom. So, Game of Thrones, actually began with turtles. I decided later to recast it with actual human beings.”
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George R. R. Martin
George R. R. Martin is an American novelist, best known for his epic fantasy works, particularly the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series. His novels have gained widespread acclaim for their rich world-building, complex characters, and gripping narrative. The series has been adapted into the popular television show 'Game of Thrones'. more
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