A lifelong fan of fantasy and science fiction art, Stephen Youll crafted a formidable career as a cover artist that has made him one of the most sought-after illustrators in the industry. The first edition covers he worked on for the A Song of Ice and Fire series are greatly cherished and coveted by fans, an enduring impression that isn't hard to understand when one contemplates the vivid realism and stirring moods that define Youll's stylistic approach to the books. For this interview, we wanted to not only highlight his ASOIAF output, but also showcase the considerable appeal of the Sci-Fi covers that Youll dedicates his time and talent to