Posts Tagged With: Game of Thrones

Fantasy Blogosphere: January 24, 2011

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Jeff Pelletier

This week kicks off with the first review I’ve seen yet of the unreleased The Wise Man’s Fear by Patrick Rothfuss, and follows it up with reviews of two other kings in the genre, namely Neil Gaiman and Brandon Sanderson. Peter S. Beagle celebrates 40 years of The Last Unicorn, we get more than the usual dose of fantasy comic reviews, and even a fantasy magazine review to boot. Its all capped with Sean Bean talking about what its like to portray Eddard Stark in the Game of Thrones HBO series, a new Game of Thrones trailer, and a new Game of Thrones video on the battle tactics used in the series. Sweet.

New Game of Thrones Trailer

New Game of Thrones Artisans Video

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Fantasy Blogosphere: January 17, 2011

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Jeff Pelletier

Reviews from a wide variety of fantasy literature this week; everything from Joe Abercrombie to Paolo Bacigalupi and more. Top-notch interviews from Ian McKellen, Joe Abercrombie, Patrick Rothfuss and Lev Grossman, and last but certainly not least, HBO announces the Game of Thrones premier date as April 17. Let the countdown begin!

The Lost Gate Book Trailer

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Fantasy Blogosphere: December 27, 2010

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

A few reviews to whet your appetite this holiday week, from established authors like R. Scott Bakker and Orson Scott Card, to more speculative authors like Alastair J. Archibald and Patrick Ness. Michael Moorcock is profiled at io9, and HBO releases a new video in the artisans series, this time interviewing Simon Brindle, the overseer of all things armor-related.

Game of Thrones HBO Series: The Artisans

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Fantasy Blogosphere: December 13, 2010

Posted on December 13, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

Reviews of a few novels this week, including one of my favorite reads this year, Lamentation by Ken Scholes. Interviews with Guy Gavriel Kay, Brent Weeks, and Scott Bakker. HBO released a 10-minute trailer for the Game of Thrones series this week, and Orbit Books offers a little elven holiday cheer.

Game of Thrones HBO Series 10-minute Trailer

Holiday Treat

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Fantasy Blogosphere: December 6, 2010

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

The biggest news of the week for me is definitely the first real action promos for the HBO Game of Thrones series. Its great to see Sean Bean and crew in action, I’m so pumped for this series! Also really excited to see that Sanderson has sold another Mistborn novel, definitely looking forward to seeing that series extended. Reviews this week of newer novels from some of my favorite authors: Joe Abercrombie, Tad Willians, Jim Butcher and more. And please don’t miss the hilarious xtranormal video on publishing. If you have anything you’d like to share here on FBN, feel free to create a group and post your thoughts.

Game of Thrones HBO Series Trailers

Absolutely Hilarious XtraNormal Video on Publishing

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Fantasy Blogosphere: November 29, 2010

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

A fairly calm week, as you would assume with the Thanksgiving holiday. Even with our bellies stuffed with turkey, a batch of interviews crossed the fantasy blogosphere, including chats with Brandon Sanderson, Michael Moorcock, Terry Brooks and others. Check out the Game of Thrones photos – I’m starting to get really excited. Although, I always pictured Tyrion with a roundish head; but hey, you can’t have everything, right?

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Fantasy Blogosphere: November 22, 2010

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

A fantastic group of reviews this week, including Shadowmarch, Leviathan, and Nightchild, as well as interviews with Brandon Sanderson, Mercedes Lackey, and more. News on Peter V. Brett’s future novels, as well as a first look at the Game of Thrones HBO series. Cap it all off with a ridiculously awesome map of Westeros, and a trailer for a movie that could potentially rank as my favorite movie of all time.

Your Highness, Restricted Trailer

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Fantasy Blogosphere: November 15, 2010

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

Reviews this week of The Way of Kings, Gauntlgrym, City of Ruin and more. Interviews with Robin McKinley, Brandon Sanderson and Mercedes Lackey, and another HBO Artisans video was released spotlighting the Game of Thrones series.

Game of Thrones HBO Series: The Artisans

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Fantasy Blogosphere: October 31, 2010

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

A fairly calm week in the fantasy blogosphere, with only one review of note crossing the wire. Naomi Novik swings by The Dragon Page, and R.A. Salvatore chats with Del Rey. Barnes & Noble released a full color, Android-based Nook this week, which will fill the slot between cheaper e-ink readers and the full-featured iPad starting at $500. The new Nook has a great price point, starting under $300 around $250. The Hobbit movie is officially staying in New Zealand, and check out the footage from the lead costume designer for the new HBO Game of Thrones series.

The Artisans: Costume Design for Game of Thrones

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Fantasy Blogosphere: August 29, 2010

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Jeff Pelletier

A pair of reviews of Brandon Sanderson’s The Way of Kings, accompanied by reviews of books by Brent Weeks, Adrian Tchaikovsky, and Chris Northern to kick off this week’s fantasy blogoshpere. Check out the interviews with Brent Weeks, Tracy Hickman, and Terry Brooks, and round out the week with good news regarding the Game of Thrones HBO series and more Guildy goodness!

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