Inside HBO's Game of Thrones: Seasons 1 & 2 (Game of Thrones Book, Book about HBO Series) by Bryan Cogman , David Benioff , et al. | Oct 12, 2021 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (407) George R. R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including those of the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire—A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast… More about George R. R. Martin 1 Bantam Fire & Blood Now 45% Off $19 at Amazon Credit: Bantam Books This is technically not part of the Song of Ice and Fire series, but it's still well worth including in your reading plans. A Game of Thrones (1996) The first book was actually called A Game of Thrones, while the series itself is called The Song of Ice and Fire, a fitting title for those who have read the books or saw the series. Book one is all about the political intrigue, setting up the game of chess so to speak that kicks of everything to follow in the series. kdYJ9M.