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We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-8 of our reports dated March 30, 2010, relating to the consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule of Big Lots, Inc., and the effectiveness of Big Lots, Inc.’s internal control over financial reporting, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Big Lots, Inc. for the year ended January 30, 2010.