Page Burners is our ongoing group-read podcast series where we dive deep into major works of fantasy and speculative fiction—one section at a time.
For this readalong, we’re tackling Gardens of the Moon, the first book in The Malazan Book of the Fallen. Known for its dense worldbuilding, massive cast, and zero hand-holding, Gardens of the Moon is a challenging but rewarding entry into epic fantasy.
To make the journey more approachable, we break the book into small chapter groupings, recording a dedicated podcast episode for each section. This page serves as the central episode guide for all Gardens of the Moon Page Burners discussions.
Why Read Malazan with Page Burners?
Gardens of the Moon can be overwhelming—especially for first-time readers. Page Burners exists to make challenging books more approachable without simplifying or spoiling the experience.
Our Malazan discussions aim to:
- Help readers stay oriented without recap overload
- Encourage deeper thematic analysis
- Build a community around shared discovery and discussion
Whether you’re new to Malazan or returning for a reread, you’re welcome to read along with us and discuss each book on our community forum.
Each episode explores:
- Plot clarity and major events
- Character introductions and motivations
- Themes, magic systems, and worldbuilding
- First-time reader reactions and veteran insights
Below you’ll find links to every episode covering Gardens of the Moon, organized by chapter range.
Subscribe to the podcast and bookmark this page for easy access to all Gardens of the Moon episodes.
Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson – Prologue and Chapters 1, 2
Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson – Chapters 3 – 6
Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson – Chapters 7 – 10
Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson – Chapters 11 – 13
Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson – Chapters 14 – 19
Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson
