I was expecting a Nov 2012 publishing date, so a 1.5 to 2 month postponement isn't a deal breaker to me. It is however completely forgivable to feel a little frustration about it. I remember the original plan was to "have 1 book out per year" and it kind of stinks that goal was not accomplished. Oh well, c'est la vie.

However, due to the sensitivity of the final book and RJ's legacy; it's completely reasonable to want extra time on it, and I will try to pretend that profiteering is not a part of it.

I don't mind a fall release. I am on my 4th full re-read, and I am only on The Dragon Reborn. I have always been fond of fantasy books, but I passed up the Wheel of Time in bookstores countless times, until a trans-Atlantic flight practically forced me to buy a large book. Best decision I ever made!