Ten Very Big Books – A Malazan Readthrough Podcast’explicit

Welcome to Ten Very Big Books! In this episode Peter, India, and Josh kick off their readthrough of Gardens of the Moon, the first book in the Malazan Book of the Fallen series. Peter tries to explain warrens, Josh is flummoxed by the page count, and India wants more romance. Chapters covered - Prologue, 1,[...]

We recorded this episode on St. Patrick's Day. It is immediately apparent. Josh talks the Deck of Dragons, Peter tries to explain Ascendants,  and India asks if gods can die. Chapters covered - 3, 4 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email[...]

Come to the City of Blue Flame! Josh's favorite character is Kruppe, Peter is a bit forgetful about Coll,  and India supports Turban Orr's declaration of neutrality. Chapters covered - 5, 6, 7 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us -[...]

Time to catch up with the Malazans. Josh goes off on Bellurdan, Peter has completely forgotten Jorrick Sharplance,  and India is a fan of Onos T'oolan.  Chapters covered - 8, 9, 10 ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks[...]

 Assassins battle within Darujhistan! Josh is excited to see the Bridgeburners, Peter tries to get a new segment going,  and India is potentially enjoying the book??!?!  Chapters covered - 11, 12, 13 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks   Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks[...]

Our episode runs a little long as we talk about The Gadrobi Hills.  India frets over the Hounds of Shadow, Peter is really trying to keep his new segment going, and Josh question's Anomander Rake's judgement  ---Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter[...]

Nearing the end of Very Big Book One! India is representing Meese, Peter reads "that" quote, and Josh talks Bridgeburners.---Chapters covered - 17, 18, 19 ---Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  ---Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com --- Thank you to Dan Geserick for the logo! Follow him on Twitter[...]

Our three hosts may have partied too hard with this one. Strap on your party hats and lets jump in!  India takes issue with adjectives, Josh has a few gripes with Crokus, and we all love Anomander Rake. --- Chapters covered - 20, 21, 22, 23, & 24 --- Back the show on Patreon -[...]

 On this episode we put a cap on Gardens of the Moon before moving onto Deadhouse Gates. India gives a killer summary, Josh plays himself, and Peter suggests a reread of the book. --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us -[...]

It's finally done! As we put Gardens of the Moon behind us, Peter sits down with Producer AJ for one final chat regarding his experience with his second readthrough.  SPOILER WARNING!!! - THERE IS DISCUSSION OF BOOKS THAT COME AFTER GARDENS OF THE MOON!!! --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show[...]

We're back! Across the sea to Seven Cities we go as our hosts tackle Deadhouse Gates.   Josh has a crush on Kimloc, Peter still loves the prologue of DG, and India asks if demons are just very old people. A few audio issues this episode, should all be sorted next episode. Thanks for waiting![...]

We catch up with Felisin on Skullcup.   Josh is stoked on Sha'ik Peter is particularly inarticulate, and India thinks we're underselling the Shapeshifters.  --- Chapters covered - 3, 4, 5 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks  Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at[...]

The Rebellion has begin, and the Felisin grievances are growing. Peter tries to defend her, Josh sings a Fener song, and India finally understands Coltaine.  --- Chapters covered - 6, 7, 8 ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks[...]

Early morning recording ended up with a shorter episode. Josh does a stew comparison, Peter does a taffy comparison, and India thinks the T'lan Imass are bullies. --- Chapters covered - 9, 10 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us -[...]

Steven Erikson came on the show a few weeks back. We talked about the 20th Anniversary of Gardens of the Moon, and dipped into discussions about why Frodo should have died, differences between fantasy and science fiction, and what experiences Steve is bringing to write the God is Not Willing.  We hope you enjoy the conversation!Back[...]

We're back to our regularly scheduled programming this week. Peter checks in on how everybody feels halfway through DG, Josh just can't remember Lostara Yil, and India is out representing everybody's favorite Aptorian. --- Chapters covered - 11, 12 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts[...]

It's a mess of an episode over here as Seven Cities takes it's toll. Lostara Yil has no love on the podcast, Josh and India argue about Sha'ik Reborn, and Peter opens up the show with a bummer. --- Chapters covered - 13, 14 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show[...]

Things are ramping up as we near the end of Deadhouse Gates. Peter defends Felisin, Josh wants to live a pirate's life, and India can't get enough of Icarium.  Also apologies to the Baha Men, I got their name wrong like a dozen times.  --- Chapters covered - 15, 16, 17, 18 --- Back the[...]

Join us as Deadhouse Gates and the Chain of Dogs ends. India is on the side of the Azath, Josh admits he was wrong, and Peter finally gets to talk about the foreshadowing.  --- Chapters covered - 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on[...]

We dip our hands into the mailbag today to answer YOUR questions about OUR readthrough of Deadhouse Gates. This one goes out to Scott.  Thank you so much for listening! --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com[...]

SPOILERS ABOUND: This podcast discusses plot points throughout the main series, you've been warned. Rounding out our read through, Peter had special guest Tommy on the show to talk about what they noticed on rereads, what draws them to Malazan, and we tried to hone in on just Deadhouse Gates. Tommy (@SonAnomander) has made companion[...]

On this episode, we bravely go where the podcast has not gone before. Out of the Malazan Book of the Fallen and into Steven Erikson's satirical science fiction novel Willfull Child. Join us, as we discuss our favorite episodes in the book, Erikson's writing outside of Malazan, and the many Star Trek Easter Eggs laid[...]

This week we welcome back friend of the show Steven Erikson.  We talked about writing on the birth of a religion, Steve teases a bit more about the God is Not Willing, and he reveals the origin of Seven Cities' bloodflies. It was great having the chance to speak with Steve again, we hope you[...]

Memories of Ice is upon us!  We catch up with the Bridgeburners and learn more about the Pannion Domin as we return to Genabackis. Peter botches it by referring to Draconus as Tiam, India is vibing with the Girls, and Josh kicks up some Young Sheldon comparisons. Everybody is feeling it as we start the[...]

The factions of One Arm's host chafe against each other before they begin their march south. India has no time for Paran's anxieties, Josh is intrigued by the Seguleh, and Peter tricks Josh into reading a very long chapter summary.  --- Chapters covered - 4, 5, 6 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks[...]

We arrive in Capustan and meet the Grey Swords. Josh loves learning about the Bridgerburners past, India flexes her business knowledge, and Peter needs a decent night sleep.  --- Chapters covered - 7, 8, 9 ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email[...]

As the Pannion Domin encroach on Capustan, alliances begin to take shape. Peter learns some Goosebumps lore. India admits she liked all the chapters. Josh’s undercover operation is found out. --- Chapters covered - 10, 11, 12, & 13 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts[...]

The Siege of Capustan! We read through the entirety of this classic Malazan Battle. Josh fawns over Gruntle, India is tiring of Silverfox and the Mhybe, and Peter adopts Itkovian.  --- Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16, 17 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks  Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about[...]

Capustan recovers, and the T'lan Imass gather. We're nearing the end of Memories of Ice. Peter defends Silverfox, Josh misses the Catpeople and India attacks Silverfox. --- Chapters covered - 18, 19, 20--- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks  Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks[...]

Memories of Ice ends. Josh cries (twice) , Pete's trying to flirt with Anaster, and India introduces the artist formally known as Dassem Ultor. --- Chapters covered - 21, 22, 23, 24, 25--  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks[...]

Memories of Ice is finished. We answer listener questions and talk about Memories of Ice in total and compare to what we've read so far.  ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/tenverybigbooks  Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com  Join our community Discord -[...]

CONTENT WARNING - There is discussion of rape from 35:49 -  37:42 --- https://linktr.ee/waystotakeaction --- Peter, Josh and AJ dive into the Tales of Bauchelain and Korbal Broach.  From the high seas to a health-obsessed city, we had fun reading and breaking down these short stories. Check the show out, and maybe read the tales[...]

https://linktr.ee/waystotakeaction --- We invited Iskar Jarak on to talk spoilers for Memories of Ice. We compare readthroughs, Iskar talks Laseen and Kilava and Peter offers his big take. Thank you Iskar Jarak for coming on the show! Watch and subscribe to Iskar on YouTube  - https://www.youtube.com/iskarjarak --- Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts[...]

There's an Imperial Claw hiding amongst the Mott Irregulars! It's up to our three heroes (if you can call them that) to root the traitor out, solve a dastardly murder, and track down the source of a suspicious new food. --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks[...]

We finished our read through of Memories of Ice and sat down to talk about the book with Steven Erikson. We touch on camping, the pandemic, and writing battles. Enjoy the conversation and spoilers for the first three books!! ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts[...]

Let's talk Karsa! We dive right into House of Chains, and AJ snuck onto the show :). Josh is feeling Karsa's confidence, India is calling some shots, and Peter is finding more to appreciate. Join us as we start off Book 4. --- Chapters covered - Prologue, Chapters 1 & 2 --- Back the show[...]

Karsa's journey continues, all the way to Raraku.  This week, India says we all have demons, Peter works on an outro, and Josh says the worst sentence we've released in podcast form.  That fucking kid. --- Chapters covered - Chapters 3 & 4 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on[...]

In Seven Cities, we pick up with characters in Aren, the Whirlwind, and a few more scattered about.  Josh loves learning about the Old Guard, India doesn't think much of the Rebellion, and AJ reads a great quote. Also Peter pitches everybody on being a K-Pop group at the end.   --- Chapters covered - 5,[...]

The Malazan army finishes up preparations for their march into Raraku. Josh takes issue with fantasy vernacular, AJ loves a good buddy story, India hops on the Lostara Yil love-train, and Peter loves Topper’s name. --- Chapters covered - 8, 9, 10, & 11 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show[...]

*** CONTENT WARNING: There is discussion of sexual assault and violence against women and girls from 28:19 to 34:39 *** This week we read all of Part 3. Peter and Aj both brings us to the Bone Zone, India is annoyed with the Traveller talk, and Josh starts talking Anime. --- Chapters covered - 12,[...]

Peter and Josh dust off their copies of Gardens of the Moon to go through line by line to discuss, read through, and speculate about many of the epigraphs. Also there's like 4 openings, forgive us. This is a bonus episode made possible with our backers on Patreon. --- Back the show on Patreon -[...]

Are you Cold or Hot iron? We talk all about it as we build up towards the end of House of Chains. India doesn't trust Pearl, Aj loves Gamet, and Josh says he's going to punch Peter in the face.  --- Chapters covered - 18, 19, 20, 21, & 22 --- Back the show on[...]

Debates break out about Felisin, Crokus, and Tavore as we finish House of Chains. Peter talks writing, India's disappointed, and Josh can't quite get a read on L'oric. Buckle up for a rowdy one. --- Chapters covered - 23, 24, 25, 26--- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter -[...]

We respond to listener feedback about Tavore, we talk about Peter's old eating habits and Aj flaunts himself as the people's champion. It's a laid back episode as we look back on our read-through of HoC --- Off Season Schedule --- 10-16: HoC Spoilercast / The Problem of Karsa Orlong   10-23: Willful Child: The[...]

Spoilers for The Main Series On this show I catch up with Malazan youtuber Iskar Jarak (https://www.youtube.com/iskarjarak). We talk a little more about Karsa and Tavore in scope of the whole series, Series long themes, and how House of Chains sets up series long arcs. Hope you enjoy 🙂 Back the show on Patreon -[...]

This week we stretched our legs and tried to talk about some essays. First we discussed the influential literary theory "The Death of the Author", concerning the role of the Author in discussing a work. Then we discussed Erikson's essay "The Problem of Karsa Orlong", and finally discussed the Teblor Barbarian himself. Read the essays[...]

This week we boldly return to where we've been before. We discuss our Star Trek, Hadrian Sawback, and what we make of the sequel to Willful Child. Thanks to Nate for coming on the show 🙂 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show?[...]

This week on the show, we welcome back Steven Erikson to talk about House of Chains. Steve comes in with the hot takes, we talk about moral relativism, French steaks, and we learn about Steve's Muppet Heritage. Heads up, Steve alludes to a few things that happen later on in the series. Just be warned![...]

We go across the sea, and back in time as we start Book 5! Josh loves Tehol, India is trying to get a read on the Edur, and we all really can't decide on any of the new pronunciations.  --- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, & 2 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks[...]

Our readthrough is kicked into overdrive. India and Josh love Lether, Peter loses their mojo and Aj tries to host for a while. --- Chapters covered - 3, 4, 5 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com[...]

This week, Peter tries to clarify some blood lines, India loves Shurq Elalle, and Josh doesn't understand Feather Witch. Plus, Aj keeps pulling out quotes from the book. Apologies, Peter had some audio issues this week but should be fixed up in other episodes. Thanks! --- Chapters covered - 6, 7, 8 --- Back the[...]

This week on the show we talk through what happened to Rhulad. India just loves Tehol and Bugg, Pete can't get enough sharp teeth, Aj is reading quotes like always and Josh is thriving. Book 5 just hitting different  --- Chapters covered - 9, 10, 11 ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks  Follow[...]

AJ, Josh, and India discuss Krampus (2015) in this Christmas themed episode! Happy holidays!---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksJoin our Discord! - bit.ly/VBBDiscordLet us know your thoughts on the show - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comTweet us! - twitter.com/tenverybigbooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tenverybigbooks/message ---Special thanks as always to the Reactor Malazan Reread of[...]

Happy New Year!  This week we talk through the growing war between Lether and the Edur. We talk through our feelings on Mayen's Assault, Josh asks if we really need a stock market, and Peter is here to welcome Yan Tovis into the story. Content Warning: 29:00- 40:00 mins (estimate) for discussion of sexual assault.[...]

This week on the show we start our Discussions of the Malazan Empire mini-series. Peter welcomes Iskar Jarak to co-host the show and talk through Ian Cameron Esslemont's Night of Knives. They discuss their own thoughts on the book, respond to community comments, and try to get a handle on how people talk about Esslemont[...]

War fully rages between the Edur and the Letherii. Josh reveals his true colors as a friend, AJ loves Nekal Bara and India loves Kettle and the Azath House. From 1:26:00 onward, we dive deep on our thoughts about Seren's plotline,  rape and sexual violence so far. A link to the Tor Reread of Chapter[...]

Happy New Year  Utter chaos this episode. Josh talks demon names, we all talk a bit more about Seren and warrens, and India rolls her eyes on two separate occasions. --- Chapters covered - 20, 21, 22---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at[...]

This week, a great closure is upon us....and Empire rises..... We put an end to Midnight Tides. --- Chapters covered - 23, 24, 25 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord[...]

We welcomed Brittany to the pod and limp our way through a retrospective on the book. We answer mailbag questions, chat rankings thus far and do a final Brother Zone. --- Watch Brittany's videos! - https://www.youtube.com/bookswithbrittany Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email[...]

***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE MALAZAN BOOK OF THE FALLEN*** Big thanks to Ruthan and Counsellor for coming on the show! --- Counsellor of Moon's Spawn's channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/CounsellorofMoonsSpawn Ruthan Badd's channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/ruthanbadd Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email[...]

First off, Peter had some audio issues this week. We tried out best, learned a lesson.  Anyway, we continue onward in our mini-series discussing the Novels of the Malazan Empire. This time, we turn to the Crimson Guard, Laseen and so many more within the Empire itself.  Enjoy! (Stonewielder soon enough)---TEN VERY BIG BOOKSBack the show on[...]

**This episode was originally published to our Patreon Backer Feed in January, if you'd like to join our Patreon visit the link below!**---A few weeks ago we got to talk to Mark Paxton-MacRae aka Karsa Orlong himself! We talk to Mark about what it was like roleplaying with Erikson, how it felt to have his[...]

Released from the Patreon  Peter and Josh sit down for two more conversations about the Chapter Epigraphs from Books 2 and 3 from the series. It's a bit more relaxed, and big friend energy.  Enjoy.---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at[...]

Peter talks with AJ about their experience reading Gardens of the Moon and Deadhouse Gates for the first time over the last month! Hint: It was hard!---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---Thank you to Tara[...]

Recorded on March 20th. We sat down and talked to Steve about ending Midnight Tides, how his writing process has changed over time and India makes a big request. ---  Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join[...]

We're back! Returning to Seven Cities, reuniting with The 14th, and meeting some new characters (Hellian!). All four of us are riding high as we crack open the sixth book... --- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, 2, 3 --- Watch the Halfway Q+A on YouTube! - youtube.com/tenverybigbooks Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow[...]

K CHAIN CHE MALLE Tune in as we kick around 7 Cities. Josh is heartbroken, India is vibing with Scillara, Peter is annoyed about Karsa (what's new) and AJ...Imma let you finish but had the best edit of all time! --- Chapters covered - 4, 5, 6 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks[...]

The Army of the Apocalypse has retreated to a city that thirsts for Malazan blood. Adjunct Tavore and the 14th have followed in pursuit, and tonight... will be the Last Siege of Y'ghatan. --- Chapters covered - 7 -- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about[...]

Pete and Iskar talk about reuniting with their good friends Greymane and Kyle, and meeting their new enemies, the Stormriders.---TEN VERY BIG BOOKSBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---ISKAR JARAKJoin the Discord -  https://discord.gg/rTGGZMJFacebook - [...]

We catch up with all our faves in the aftermath of Y'ghatan. Peter forgets Josh's middle name, Josh likes how easy it is to find a Jaghut barrow, India had some audio issues (sorry!), AJ theorizes about immunization via rat bite. --- Chapters covered - 8, 9, 10, 11 --- Back the show on Patreon[...]

I'm not saying I'm going to do it, nor am I saying someone else should do it, but just think about a world where Pearl isn't around... wouldn't that be nice? India doesn't know what's going on, but she likes it, Josh does some word association, Peter likes some forgotten history ,and AJ has a[...]

There's a new High Fist in town! Pete gives a shoutout. Josh doesn't like siblings. India thinks Quick Ben is a cool guy. AJ has to leave. --- Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us[...]

There's a new High Fist in town! Pete gives a shoutout. Josh doesn't like siblings. India thinks Quick Ben is a cool guy. AJ has to leave. --- Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us[...]

Woof woof! The Grey Helms are here! India gives a recommendation, AJ guesses what T'Amber looks like, Josh knows how to fix Malaz City, and Pete makes a reference for The Gamers. --- Chapters covered - 17, 18, 19, 20 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show?[...]

Another city is on fire! The streets are filled with blood! Hellian gets her man! Join us as we discuss our #PearlThoughts and everything else in the action-packed finale of The Bonehunters! --- Chapters covered - 21, 22, 23, 24, Epilogue --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter -[...]

The Bonehunters is finished! We start the episode three times, we offer a lot of hot takes and Josh has some sex toy looking device.   --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our community Discord[...]

We sure have read all these 10 books! If you haven't, don't listen to this episode! Thanks! --- Chapters covered - ALL OF THEM AND THE REST OF THE BOOKS --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com[...]

Our Discussions of the Novels of the Malazan Empire continue !  We return to the city of Blue Flame to talk all about the Seguleh, Leoman & Kiska, and of course Scorch & Leff. Had a blast making the episode and hope you enjoy it!---TEN VERY BIG BOOKSBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show[...]

Andy and Pete share their first thoughts about The God is Not Willing !   We were a little pressed for time but we hope to get some longer thoughts about it eventually.   We spoil the book!---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin[...]

Peter and the man himself, Steven Erikson, sit down and talk through the newest Malazan novel! They talk climate crisis, critical views of genre fiction, blood oil, Stillwater, and more!---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord -[...]

AJ, Pete, and Nathan sit down once again to talk about the final installment of Steven Erikson's Star Trek spoof series "Willful Child"! AJ divulges a secret and a hot take, Nate explains some *very* specific references, and Pete wonders if the books are "juvenile". ---  Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the[...]

To close out this offseason, as always, we conned Steven Erikson to talk to us for a sixth time; this time we talk about The Bonehunters, spiders, vaccines, the climate disaster, cycles of humanity, and the exhaustion of humanity. Light stuff! All in all it's a very good convo. Thanks for coming on Steve! ---[...]

New Music! New Book! Tune in to the start of Reaper's Gale. India decodes the prologue, Peter longs for the fresh air of Tehol, the Josh/Redmask Bromance begins and AJ  is worried about the vicious threat from the Awl. --- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, 2 --- RG Tentative Schedule: (More details in the show)[...]

It’s India’s first time hosting! So we’re all stoked for the return of a favorite character, talk about Nisall and run out of steam at the end --- Chapters covered - 3 4 5 6 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email[...]

Josh brings us in as the book gets going. To be honest I am very tired and forgot what happened in this episode. I hope it’s very good and you like it --- Chapters covered - 7, 8, 9 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts[...]

Knock knock! The Malazans are here! Josh doesn't feel well, India forgets her favorite character's name, Pete is enjoying not answering questions, and AJ loved all of these chapters a lot. --- Chapters covered - 10, 11, 12 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about[...]

The Malazan's are on our shores and we have some catching up to do! India is upset about Onrack's shoddy hunting skills, AJ is easily tricked, Pete has a big day at work tomorrow, and Josh wants to talk about a LOT. --- Chapters covered - 13 & 14 --- Back the show on Patreon[...]

India isn't here, Josh pitches a TEDx, Pete's in the Crocpot, and AJ wrote the summary 🙂 2.03 --- Chapters covered - 15, 16 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord[...]

This week we take a brief detour up a river in Jacuruku. We are continuing our ICE miniseries by talking about the Crimson Guard, Ardata, Thaumaturgs and the one, the only, SKINNNERRRRRRRRRRRRBack next week with a regular ep!---TEN VERY BIG BOOKSBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the[...]

Happy 2022 everyone! Hold your friends close, and your enemies closer. This is your single warning. Love you all thanks for making this year great for the show!!! --- Chapters covered - 17, 18 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us[...]

Happy New Year 2022, we haven't had this many 2 sinces 1222. The gang is back from the break and grooving into the final sections of RG. We talk more about Seren, Mockra, what's going on with Rud Elalle, what might happen to Janath....and Josh wonders about the fate of the Awl. --- Chapters covered[...]

Dominoes start to fall.... A Battle on the Awl and So Many Candles... --- Chapters covered - 21, 22 --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord --- Thank you to Dan[...]

We've reached the finale of Reaper's Gale! Pete takes us into the multiverse, AJ reveals Icarium's secret interest, India has a change of heart, and Josh gets a namesake. --- Chapters covered - 23, 24, Epilogue --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show?[...]

Mail mail mail mail mail mail mael mail mail mail mail!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And our rankings are all over the place. --- Chapters covered - MAIL MAIL MAIL MAIL MAIL --- Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our[...]

Pete sits down with Malazan-tubers and cool people Quick Jen and Kal to talk all things Reaper's Gale!****THIS EPISODE CONTAINS TALK ABOUT THE ENTIRE BOOK OF THE FALLEN SERIES!!!!!****---Follow our guests!Quick Jen on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QuickJenKal on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWH3e1UNPqPT1vD6YM8Z0pwCheck out the Unabridgedburners Cryptic Crosswords!!! - https://unabridgedburners.com/crosswords/---Back the show on Patreon - patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show[...]

Pete and Iskar chat about the "finale" of these Novels of the Malazan Empire!---TEN VERY BIG BOOKSBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---ISKAR JARAKJoin the Discord -  https://discord.gg/rTGGZMJFacebook -  https://bit.ly/2QVyFRhReddit - https://bit.ly/2SBa3gWEmail - gardenerofthemoon@gmail.comBuy some[...]

Pete and Iskar talk with Ian Cameron Esslemont, author of the Novels of the Malazan Empire!---TEN VERY BIG BOOKSBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---ISKAR JARAKJoin the Discord -  https://discord.gg/rTGGZMJFacebook -  https://bit.ly/2QVyFRhReddit - https://bit.ly/2SBa3gWEmail -[...]

Hey there Crack'd Pot Heads! AJ, Josh, and Peter surrender their internet usernames and password before finally discussing the next story (allegedly) in the Bauchelain and Korbal Broach series of novellas, Crack'd Pot Trail.---Things we talked about in the show!Generation A by Douglas CouplandHyperion by "A Bad Dude"In Cosmic Terms, The Age Difference Between A[...]

We sit down once again with Steven Erikson to (kind of) talk about Reaper's Gale!---Links to things we talked about in the episode!-Metahuman Promo Video-On Stranger Tides by Tim Powers (Thriftbooks)-Expeditionary Force series by Craig Alanson (Thriftbooks)-Lonesome Dove series by Larry McMurtry (Thriftbooks)---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about[...]

Woof, WoofBark, BarkWe start Book 8. We catch up with lots of beloved characters, see what the Tiste Andii have been doing and…well because of some technical issues India is voiced by Microsoft Sam.--- Chapters covered - Prologue 1 2 3 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about[...]

Pete has beef with Kruppe, Josh looks out for our fisherman contingent of listeners, India finds the comedy in a bad situation, AJ does his best Goofy impression.--- Chapters covered - 4, 5, 6 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at[...]

Join us as we go to a pretty cool city with a pretty terrible leader! Which one, you ask? I'd say that's pretty telling that you had to ask... AJ hosts, Pete is tired, India is tired of Cutter, and Josh is here too.--- Chapters covered - 7, 8 ---Back the show on Patreon -[...]

Immediately some Drive-Time/Morning Zoo radio energy and we get very lost for a bit at the top there. Enjoy. India says Gorlas is just a giver. AJ teaches Josh how to say "Schuykill". Josh pitches the throuple that this continent needs. Pete says something really brave after defending a weird point for a minute.--- Chapters covered[...]

Pete and India are together in the meatspace! Josh does an impression. AJ commits a crime.--- Chapters covered - 11, 12 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---Thank you to Dan Geserick for the logo![...]

Hope you brought your microbiology textbooks! We're learnin' about cells today. India doesn't like the book anymore. Josh poses a question. Pete still loves Cutter. AJ waxes about religion.--- Chapters covered - 13, 14 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin[...]

#WhereIsCirclebreaker Josh is excited for the next big character revival. Pete shoutsout some cousins. India coins a new phrase. AJ is sick of Endest Silann.--- Chapters covered - 15, 16 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord -[...]

Josh talks about ironic bronies, India is hungover, Pete sneezes, AJ forgets to pay attention to anything he says in the episode so doesn't have anything to put into the show notes woops!--- Chapters covered - 17, 18 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email[...]

This one's for you, East Coasters!AJ says what the BB in TVBB really stands for, Josh asks if that's a wife, India drops a #truthbomb about feelings, we all make some promises about the Patreon, Pete writes some Joe Biden fan fic.--- Chapters covered - 19, 20, 21 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow[...]

Grab your mules and get into the magical sword! We're finishing Toll the Hounds! Woof woof!Josh reveals his professional wrestling past, Pete wants to talk about Moonfall (2022), India doesn't want the dogs to get hurt, AJ concedes that Shadowthrone miiiight be a little bit reckless.--- Chapters covered - 22, 23, 24, Epilogue ---Back the[...]

Today we finally puts Toll the Hounds behind us (except for the convos we have in the upcoming three weeks)! India answers questions, AJ answers questions, Josh answers questions, Pete answers questions.Next week we talk with Malazan advance reader and host of A Critical Dragon, AP Canavan!---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on[...]

Woops we forgot to talk about Toll the Hounds in this one...AP Canavan is a Malazan advanced reader, freelance developmental editor, and all around smart, well-spoken guy. The gang talks to him about his history with Malazan, his YouTube channel (link below), his opinions on the show and content like it, and fantasy in general![...]

AP is back! This time talking SERIES SPOILERS and MORE with Pete!AP on YouTube (A Critical Dragon)---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---Thank you to Dan Geserick for the logo! Follow him on Twitter -[...]

Josh loves the Wurms baby (idk I didn't read this one - AJ)! Pete tries to get back in AP Canavan's good graces by kind of praising the story! Fun is had by all!---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin[...]

Steven Erikson joins the gang once again to talk about Toll the Hounds and more!---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---Thank you to Dan Geserick for the logo! Follow him on Twitter - https://twitter.com/a_w_dangThank you[...]

AJ and Pete talk about the next season(s!), and some updates to the Patreon!Here's a more in depth discussion of the Patreon!Thanks for listening! Dust of Dreams starts next week!!!!!---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord -[...]

The Boys are back and so are we!AJ says he has a small energy, Josh finds his favorite scene in Malazan, India has mixed feelings about witches, and Pete finally reveals what the “P” in PB stands for. Live event poll!Public Patreon update post!--- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, 2, 3 ---Back the show on[...]

It's the buzzcut kids, here to party! India is out this week and we miss her dearly <3Josh wants to talk about art, Pete drops a WoW reference, AJ likes the new gate name.Live event poll!Public Patreon update post!--- Chapters covered - 4, 5, 6 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on[...]

Lotta lore in this one today! Both fictional AND personal.India pitches a different energy for the show, Josh gives us a perfect 21st century analog for the Holds and Warrens, AJ wants Duiker for dinner,  Pete thinks the K'Chain Che'Malle are cringe.--- Chapters covered - 7, 8 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the[...]

Take me out to the ballgame! Take me out to the crowd! This is a baseball podcast! Go Phils!AJ's watching the Phillies, Pete wants you to see Tár, Josh considers employment opportunities for the K'Chain Che'Malle, India asks about ghosts.--- Chapters covered - 9, 10 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on[...]

Gobble gobble! Hope you're ready to talk about having relations with a food.Pete tries to say 'Chaur', India finally pitches the Lorne x Ganoes fic we've all been waiting for, Josh tests our geography skills.--- Chapters covered - 11, 12 ---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the[...]

Happy holidays! Join the gang as they gather 'round the fireplace to BLOW SOME SHIT UP AND SAY WITTY ONE-LINERS WOO! HELL YEAH BABY!!!! Also Josh tells us something horrible about his past.---Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksFollow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community[...]

Get your tinkle bells out! We recorded this before Christmas! India was stuck on the subway until immediately after we finished recording, so regrettably she's not on this one </3Josh thinks the Jaghut look like Street Sharks, Pete hates Naruto, AJ doesn't know what's going on with the Bolkando.--- Chapters covered - 13, 14 ---Back[...]

This episode includes discussion around the subject of sexual assault and torture. We touch on our immediate thoughts in the summary portion, and then after the credits we address the linked article from the Tor reread, including the write-up from Steve."On Hetan, The Barghast, and the Portrayal of Torture in Fantasy Fiction" from Tor's Malazan[...]

Make sure you takes notes on all of the weed websites there WILL be a test.AJ wants to know what's up with the jade, Pete thinks we got to fur suits a little too soon, Josh hopes it all means something in the end, India once again gets away with it.--- Chapters covered - 17,[...]

Grab your sensible flats! Wooboobooboobooboo *drip noise* we're diving into the final book of Dust of Dreams! The energy in this one is chaotic, to say the least.India hates friend groups, Pete's lookin' for the moms, Josh makes some references to the Ancient Texts (memes circa 2012), we make a new property that is ORIGINAL[...]

Babe, wake up. There's a new iron. And we're finishing Dust of Dreams today!!! Believe it!India has cat problems, Pete asks a leading question, Josh loves the thick boys with strong hearts, AJ spends 3 minutes trying to justify the eradication of an entire civilization.--- Chapters covered - 22, 23, 24 —Back the show on[...]

*kr-chh* Crack open those prebiotic-soda-alternatives, baby! We're in the FINAL BOOK!!! Wow.AJ's has a local grocer, India loves [our legal team has advised us to not disclose a specific carbonated beverage without receiving financial compensation for doing so], Pete loves Noto Boil, Josh talks about a word and we ALL know what he means we're[...]

Just 14 minutes after recording the first episode of this season we recorded the second! Is it obvious in our energy???Pete is once again under scrutiny, Josh is back on his #soldiersh*t, Pete still loves a little worm of a guy, India thinks shadowdancing is probably sexy.--- Chapters covered - 3, 4 ---Back the show[...]

Welcome to the first not funny episode of Ten Very Big Books. We tell no jokes in this one. It is NOT funny. Do NOT laugh.AJ comes out swingin' with a real stinker, India can't stop thinking about the shore, Josh missed the question, Pete cries.- - - Chapters covered - 5, 6, 7 -[...]

Wuh oh! Looks like a new kind of horrific animal(???) just dropped in the Wastelands!! Get your nets, we're goin' shard hunting.Pete's bein' smarmy again, India establishes her place in the pack, AJ teaches you how to kiss an orc, Josh finally learns the pleasure of edging.- - - Chapters covered - 8, 9, 10[...]

Just got back from the Wastelands and BOY am I thirsty!Josh X's Y so Z, Pete hops on the Vengabus, AJ needs everyone to link up PLEASE.- - - Chapters covered - 11, 12, 13 - - -Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksSubscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter -[...]

It's not a metaphor! The show is here! Only three regular episodes left!!!India's eating a salad, Josh wants Gruntle to "nut up", Pete had AJ cut something from the podcast (I'll never tell), AJ nails it.- - - Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 - - -Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksSubscribe to us[...]

#FreeKalam. I can't believe we're almost done what!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Things are happening!!!!!!!!!!!India asks about cars (and Cars, the film), AJ's dog is chewing a toy right next to them the *entire* recording, Josh doesn't actually know what's going on but he will explain it completely, Pete thinks Josh is a star.- - - Chapters covered -[...]

Wow are we actually going to finish all these books???WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS REGARDING OUR READTHROUGHS OF DUST OF DREAMS AND THE CRIPPLED GOD! JOIN US ON DISCORD OR EMAIL US YOUR MAIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Josh's audio gets lost and we have to use the sync track, India reveals some production secrets, Mark joins the[...]

This is it. The big one. Our final readthrough episode of the Malazan Book of the Fallen. We hope you enjoy. Thank you so much.- - - Chapters covered - 23, 24, Epilogues 1 & 2 - - -Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksSubscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter[...]

Hey everybody! Producer AJ here, in the show notes ooooo ahhhhh. Subscribe to us on YouTube! Tune into the Stream of the Fallen on July 22nd from 11am to 9pm Eastern time (UTC -4)! Mailbag et cetera coming in August! See you soon love you byeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!Subscribe to us on YouTube!!!!!!!!!! ★ Support this podcast on[...]

HEYO! We're back after the Stream of the Fallen (which you can watch HERE on our YouTube<3 sorry about the echo that gets progressively worse until like hour 6 when AJ fixes it. Livestreaming!) and finally ready to wrap-up our readthrough of Dust of Dreams and The Crippled God. Thanks to everyone who submitted their[...]

The gang talks to Steve one last time. ---Watch the Stream of the Fallen VOD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpt0p0d6i4IBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksSubscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.comJoin our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord---Thank you to Dan Geserick for the logo! -[...]

We sit down as a group one final time to talk about the Book of the Fallen and the show. Thanks so much for listening. We love you.---Watch the Stream of the Fallen VOD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpt0p0d6i4IBack the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooksSubscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooksThoughts about[...]