How to make it as a writer, according to George RR Martin

George RR Martin has shared his advice for aspiring writers, drawing on his own extensive career experience.

“If you need security, this is not the profession for you” he told The Independent in an interview at his Santa Fe bookstore, Beastly Books, before revealing tips on how to make it in the industry.

Mr Martin was speaking to The Independent ahead of the Santa Fe Literary Festival.

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