It’s Lit Book Reviews
Two old friends talk about the books they read. History, fantasy, classics, and more will be reviewed on this podcast.
October Recap & November TBR
Let's go over our October reads and what we want to hit next month!
Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #100
We celebrate our 100th episode by starting the famed Sun Eater series... And it was not quite what we expected. But Tom Orange (from our Wheel of Tom series) is back with us, so there's no good reason to skip this one.
September Recap & October TBR
September is over, and October begins... Let's yap.
Scion by James Islington - ILBR #99
The boys discuss this brand-new book from James Islington (Licanius Trilogy and the Hierarchy series).
The Gathering Storm by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #98
We're back for the Wheel of Tom with our boy Tom Orange! Book #12, The Gathering Storm, has gathered.
August Recap & September TBR
Everything we read in August... Everything we hope to read in September. Yeehaw
20 Books to Get the Boys Reading
The ladies are killing us, boys. We hope we can get some of you reading more with these recommendations.
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee - ILBR #97
Cannot believe it took us this long to get to this certified CLASSIC.
New Spring by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #96
Welcome back to the Wheel of Tom! In this episode, we discuss book #0 of The Wheel of Time. The wheel be weaving.
Top 10 Books of 2026... So Far
This one is also pretty self-explanatory.
Ranking All 37 Books We've Read So Far This Year
The title pretty much explains this one.
American Revolution Reading Guide (Pt. 1 of ILBR's American History Reading Guide)
Welcome to our American History Reading Guide! In part 1, we discuss our favorite books on the Colonial and Revolutionary Era.
June Recap & July TBR
June was hot!
Knife of Dreams by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #95
If there ever was a "slog," we are certainly out of it now! The Wheel of Time (Tom) continues with book #11, Knife of Dreams.
May Recap & June TBR
What we read in May... What we want to read in June...
Crossroads of Twilight by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #94
Welcome back to The Wheel of Tom! Book 10! Slog?
The Last Contract of Isako by Fonda Lee - ILBR #93
Fonda Lee dropped a new book! Let's talk about it.
Winter's Heart by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #92
The wheel continues to weave as the boys get back together with Tom Orange to discuss book 9 in the Wheel of Time in the newest edition of the Wheel of Tom!
Getting Into Comics with Expert KodyCollects
We are joined by the host of a favorite of ours on YouTube, Kody from KodyCollects, to talk about all things comics. Where to start, favorites, hot takes, and all the rest.
March Wrap-Up & April TBR
The fellas discuss books read in March and plans for April.
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir - ILBR #91
We finally read Andy Weir's insanely popular 'Project Hail Mary.' Just in time for the movie!
February Wrap-Up & March TBR
Not much to say beyond the title.
Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman - ILBR #90
We finally got into Matt Dinniman! We've missed out on the Dunger Crawler hype, but this new novel from the author was our perfect opportunity to see what's up.
The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons - ILBR #89
The boys finally got back to the Hyperion Cantos by Dan Simmons... and we're glad we did!
The Path of Daggers by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #88
The Wheel of Tom continues... Join the boys and resident guest Tom Orange as we discuss book #8 in The Wheel of Time!
January Wrap-Up & February TBR
The boys discuss ILBR's most recent and upcoming reads.
A Crown of Swords by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #87
The Wheel of Time (Tom) continues with special guest Tom Orange as we reach the halfway point in Robert Jordan's masterful series with book #7, A Crown of Swords.
2026 TBR
2025 was a time, and 2026 will be another. The boys discuss the books they want to read this year.
2025 Tier List
A tier list of all the books we read in 2025. Bet you've never heard anything like this before!
Best & Worst Reads of 2025
Wrap up the year with us as we discuss our favorite and least favorite books of 2025.
Lord of Chaos by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #86
Join us as the Wheel of Tom continues to weave the will of the Wheel of Time. Book 6, aptly named 'Lord of Chaos,' was a thicc adventure for the boys.
Ancient History Book Recs (Dec 2025)
Check this episode out if you want to hear some recommendations on ancient history books from two idiots.
We've Read Over 1,000 Comics! - ILBR Comics #7
The boys have hit a new milestone with over 1,000 comics read! Join us to hear what we've learned, and what our favorites and least favorites are so far.
The Strength of the Few by James Islington - ILBR #85
One of the most anticipated books of the year is here! Check it out to hear our non-spoiler and spoiler thoughts.
Empire of the Dawn by Jay Kristoff - ILBR #84
It's finally here! The end of The Empire of the Vampire trilogy... And your boys have a lot to say!
Red Dragon by Thomas Harris - ILBR #83
In this episode, we discuss the first book in the Hannibal series, as well as the movie of the same name, starring Edward Norton and Anthony Hopkins.
Empire of the Damned by Jay Kristoff - ILBR #82
The boys review and recap book two in Kristoff's Vampire series in anticipation of the release of book three next week!
East of West by Jonathan Hickman - ILBR Comics #6
The boys have finished the East of West compendium. Join us as we discuss all 45 issues of Jonathan Hickman and Nick Dragotta's epic dystopian sci-fi/fantasy story!
Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff - ILBR #81
We're getting the spooky season started with some vampire action. Join us as we get started on the Empire of the Vampire trilogy. Book #3 drops next month!
Marvel's Ultimate Universe - ILBR Comics #5
The boys are back on some comics, discussing Batman, God Country, and Marvel's Ultimate Universe. The black hole of the comic world continues to consume us...
