Winter is coming, and this time it's bringing a collector's dream. The Folio Society has announced a breathtaking 30th-anniversary limited edition of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones, and it's the kind of treasure that would make even the most jaded maester weep with joy. Only 1,000 copies will be produced, each personally signed by Martin himself, making this a true grail for fans of the Seven Kingdoms.
Set to release on July 14, 2026, at 4 PM UK time (11 AM EST, 8 AM PT), this edition is priced at £1,500 / $2,200. It's an 872-page single volume that includes the complete text of the 1996 fantasy epic that started it all, along with Jonathan Burton's original artwork and an introduction by Joe Abercrombie. But the real showstopper? Each copy features a limitation label blocked in real gold, signed by Martin.
The book itself is bound in what the Folio Society calls "dragon-skin" leather over chamfered boards, with gilding on all three edges. It comes housed in a specially designed clamshell box with a blocked suedelux interior, a hidden map compartment, and an exterior featuring hand-lettering by Stephen Raw. The rolled map is backed with linen and tucked into its own compartment—perfect for plotting your next move in the game of thrones.
Folio Society Editor James Rose described the edition as "so stunning it could have been taken directly from the Citadel library itself." He added, "We have been incredibly fortunate to work with the finest British craftspeople on this special 30th anniversary version: from the leather makers who created our incredible dragonskin leather, to the James Cropper paper mill who made our bespoke endpapers, to Ludlow Bookbinders who are binding each volume with care."
This release comes as the Game of Thrones universe continues to expand. Fans are still buzzing about how 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' finally united the fractured fandom, while others are eagerly awaiting news on Martin's long-delayed The Winds of Winter—which recently hit a devastating wait milestone. For those who can't get enough of the Targaryens, Starks, and Lannisters, this limited edition is the ultimate keepsake.
If you're worried about missing out, set your alarms. With only 1,000 copies available, this edition is likely to sell out fast. It's available exclusively from The Folio Society, and given the craftsmanship and the signature, it's a worthy addition to any library—whether you're a Stark loyalist or a Lannister supporter.
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