“Your brother was a terrible traitor, I know, but if we start killing men at weddings they’ll be even more frightened of marriage than they are presently.”

American fantasy author and screenwriter, best known for his epic fantasy series *A Song of Ice and Fire*, which has defined modern fantasy literature. His intricate world-building and morally complex characters have influenced generations of writers and readers, while his work on *Game of Thrones* has made him a central figure in contemporary storytelling.