Welcome to episode 53 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews US author Monica McCallan. Her latest book, “Good Spin”, is a mash-up of friends to lovers and the fake girlfriend trope. And who doesn’t love those? Monica has been writing and publishing for two years and her other novels include “Back To The Start”, “Better Than A Dream” and “Sweat Equity”. She talks about working at her craft, juggling a full-time job, listening to readers and how much she loves craft beer.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She talks about what she’s been up to, including launching A Taste Of Love, book two in The Village Romance Series; and commissioning the audio for You’re My Kind. If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Welcome to episode 52 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews US author Denise Warner, who also happens to be the brains behind The Lesbian Lounge and MyLesbianRadio! They chat about Denise’s new books “The Player” and “The Player 2”, and Denise tells Clare what it’s been like finally getting her book out into the world and becoming a published author. They talk writing what you know, how to harness finishing energy, writing the next book and the power of taking a chance and putting yourself out there.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She runs down the winners of the Lambda Literary awards, then talks about what she’s been up to, including getting her next lesbian romance “A Taste Of Love” almost to the finish line. Launch date is July 24th. Whoop! If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Clare will be appearing at Happy Valley Pride in Hebden Bridge on July 27th. Tickets are available at www.happyvalleypride.com
Welcome to episode 51 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she US author Aurora Rey. Aurora’s latest novel is a farm-to-table romance, “Recipe For Love”. It’s perfect if you love a side order of food porn with your romance. Aurora’s other novels include “Built To Last” and the Cape End series, and she describes herself as a writer, femme and hopeless romantic. She talks food, the secret to writing a good sex scene, and how we need to do better with diversity in lesfic.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK, as well as chatting about the upcoming lesfic awards season. She talks about what she’s been up to, including releasing the audiobook of “London, Actually”, book five in the London Romance series. She’s also working on her upcoming village romance, set in the Cotswolds. If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Clare will be appearing at Happy Valley Pride in Hebden Bridge on July 27th.
It's Denise and Donna together again in South Florida as Denise visits the States for a couple weeks! The girls do a Facebook Live event and record the podcast, filling in long time listeners about everything from Donna's crotch to Denise's new book (available on Amazon, search "The Player" Denise Warner and add to cart - paperback or digital) They discuss Palm Beach Pride, great food experiences, Denise's time at the casino and Donna's dogs. In addition to their reunion, there is also a chat with local musician and rocker, long time friend of the Lounge, JD Danner, who discusses her own coming out FINALLY - and as promised (back in 2008/2009)- gave us the exclusive! It's all here! Just like the old days! Remember to visit www.MyLesbianRadio.com for updates!
Welcome to episode 50 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews UK author Anna Larner. They chat about Anna’s brand-new book “Love’s Portrait”, as well as her debut, the well received “Highland Fling”. Anna’s debut was a finalist in the GCLS awards, as well as being recommended as a Top Ten Summer Read by AfterEllen. She talks about the craft of writing, the importance of never giving up and why Leicester is the perfect canvas for her stories.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She talks about what she’s been up to, including releasing “You’re My Kind”, her latest lesbian romance, and writing book six in the London series, out later this year. If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Clare will be appearing at Happy Valley Pride in Hebden Bridge on July 27th.
Who could forget the time we had "The L Word" star Janina Gavankar ("Papi") on the show? Back in September 2009, we had the funnest interview ever with the L Word star, calling in from her LA home and sharing with us with set gossip, laughs, music and family antecdotes all while taking questions from the live chat room listeners. We also discuss one of our first visits from Hazel, our London listener who flew in to Florida to meet us before we embarked on the all the first ever all lesbian inaugural Sweet Cruise. Good stuff, good memories and good times! Be sure you're subscribed to our feed for all of our classic Lesbian Lounge shows as we re-live some of our best times and best guest interviews!
Welcome to the first episode of "Pub Wankers" - a deep dive into British Pub Culture. From the wanker that won't leave, to the creepers, pukers, all around characters and the regulars we love. We, the pub bartenders and managers, go deep to dissect pub life here in jolly ol' England, and you guessed it - in a dusty old traditional pub. Cheers, mate!
Welcome to episode 49 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews New Zealand author Lily Hammond. Lily writes historical romances set in different times and places, where adventurous women dare to follow their hearts, defying convention in their pursuit of happiness. Her recent books have included “The Way Home” And “Alice & Jean”, and her reviews on Amazon are off the charts. Lily lives in Dunedin with her partner Valerie. She also writes as Kate Genet and Ana MacKenzie, so a multi-talented author!
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She talks about what she’s been up to, including readying her upcoming lesbian romance “You’re My Kind” for launch in March. Plus, she’s also been busy writing the next book in her London Romance series, “Made In London”, due out in May. In lesfic news, the Diva Literary Festival is happening in March in Birmingham, UK. Go to www.divaliteraryfestival.com for more. If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Welcome to episode 48 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she rounds up the end-of-year Amazon lesbian fiction charts in the US & UK, as well as reviewing her favourite lesfic Christmas books. There's no interview this month. Instead, Clare goes through the goals she set back in January to see if she hit them or not. It's your chance to peek behind the curtain of a lesbian fiction author's year. If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Welcome to episode 47 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews UK-based author Lise Gold whose book “Fireflies” has been bothering the top of the charts for quite a while this autumn. Lise has been writing for a couple of years now, and her other books include “French Summer” and “The Cruise”. She chats about her passion for travel, why she loves to write true love stories and how her previous job as a designer has helped her creative writing process.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She talks about what she’s been up to, including launching her latest book, “London, Actually” (book five in the London Romance series), as well as putting her All I Want series into Kindle Unlimited. If you want a romcom for the festive season, pick up “All I Want For Christmas” now! If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club. Remember, books make great holiday gifts!
Welcome to episode 46 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews US author Elle Spencer, whose book “Casting Lacey” was the runaway success at the beginning of the year, staying at No.1 in the US for a month. Elle writes angst-filled romance with snark and humour, and I loved Casting Lacey, as did most of the world. She talks about her debut success, her first year as a full-time writer and how she’s excited to take her writing to the next level.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She talks about what she’s been up to, including getting her latest book, London, Actually (book five in the London Romance series) ready for launch on October 24th. Plus, her co-written novel with Harper Bliss – Once Upon A Princess – is out now in audiobook, so run and grab it! If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!
Welcome to episode 45 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews US author Lise MacTague. Lise writes sci-fi, fantasy, supernatural and steampunk, and her latest book is “Demon In The Machine”, following up on her others including “Five Moons Rising” and the “On Deception’s Edge” series. Lise discusses coming up with her immersive worlds, how she loves writing action and why she’d love to be the love child of Nicola Griffith and Meghan O’Brien – quite a pairing!
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She talks about what she’s been up to, including putting the finishing touches to London, Actually, book five in the London Romance series, which will be out in October. Clare also chats about the success of the first ever Ellcon in Bristol in August. If you’d like to get a free lesbian romance from Clare, head to www.clarelydon.co.uk/it-had-to-be-you and sign up for her VIP Readers’ Club!