George RR Martin bringing in huge co-author to help finish Winds of Winter?

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In his live journal, Martin explained that he initially thought that he would be able to finish the book on time, but he ended up disappointed in his failure to meet his 2015 timeline. However, he assured his fans that he will do his best to craft the story in the best way possible and he estimates the release to be three months after he finishes the manuscript, Vine Report says.

Martin is not getting any younger, and there may be times when he gets things mixed up. Rumor has it that the "The Winds of Winter" author may need a co-author because of the complication of the story, according to the Parent Herald.

Local outlets in New Mexico, U.S. have reported about the possibility of "The Sandman" and "Good Omens Bad Omens" author Neil Gaiman co-authoring "The Winds of Winter." The rumors were fanned all the more when the writer was spotted in the same area in New Mexico where Martin lives in, the report relays.

If the rumors prove to be true, then Gaiman's participation in "The Winds of Winter" will make the book even more fascinating. It will also increase the possibility of the book being released in 2017.

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