Episodes
Wednesday Feb 24, 2016
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 17
Wednesday Feb 24, 2016
Wednesday Feb 24, 2016
Welcome to Episode 17 of The Lesbian Book Club with best-selling UK author Clare Lydon as she interviews US lesfic writer KG MacGregor ("Touch Of A Woman"). KG is a prolific writer with more than 20 novels to her name spanning a long author career first in Xena fanfic, and now in lesfic. She talks about her writing process, how her style has evolved and her future plans, as well as outlining her role as president of the Lambda Literary Association. Find out all this & more in our ace chat! Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon lesbian fiction charts in the US & UK, as well as sharing what she's been up to of late - mainly writing books and baking cakes. Get in touch with Clare and let her know who you’d like as a guest on the show: mail@clarelydon.co.uk
Monday Jan 25, 2016
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 16
Monday Jan 25, 2016
Monday Jan 25, 2016
Welcome to Episode 16 of The Lesbian Book Club with best-selling UK author Clare Lydon as she interviews UK lesbian crime author Cari Hunter ("No Good Reason" and the "Cold To The Touch"). Cari talks about her writing process, how she's an accidental novelist and also the key question: what is her favourite biscuit? Find out all this & more in our fantastic chat! Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon lesbian fiction charts in the US & UK, as well as sharing what she's been up to of late, including writing a follow-up to her last book - All I Want For Valentine's is out on Jan 29th! Get in touch with Clare and let her know who you’d like as a guest on the show: mail@clarelydon.co.uk
Monday Dec 14, 2015
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 15
Monday Dec 14, 2015
Monday Dec 14, 2015
Welcome to Episode 15 of The Lesbian Book Club with best-selling UK author Clare Lydon as she interviews NYC-based author Susan X Meagher ("The Right Time" and the "I Found My Heart In San Francisco" series). Susan talks about her writing process, how she went from writing Xena fanfic to being the prolific author she is, and the amazing longevity of the San Francisco series - she's just finished the 20th book in the series, with another six to go! Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon lesbian fiction charts and Christmas books to read, as well as sharing what she's been up to of late, including seeing the film 'Carol' and getting ready for Christmas. Get in touch with Clare and let her know who you’d like as a guest on the show: mail@clarelydon.co.uk
Tuesday Nov 17, 2015
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon- Ep. 14
Tuesday Nov 17, 2015
Tuesday Nov 17, 2015
Welcome to Episode 14 of The Lesbian Book Club with best-selling UK author Clare Lydon as she interviews US sci-fi author Fletcher DeLancey ("The Caphenon" and "Without A Front: The Producer's Challenge"). Fletcher talks about how her writing revealed her true self, how she moved to Portugal to be with her true love and how she's about to launch the third book in her Chronicles of Alsea series - "Without A Front: The Warrior's Challenge". She's a night owl when it comes to writing, and the view from her office window will turn you green with envy! Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon lesbian fiction charts, as well as sharing what she's been up to of late, including news of a sale for her debut novel London Calling, which is 99p in the UK and 99c in the US from November 15th-18th. Plus, there's a chance to win one of five audiobook copies of the lesbian fiction classic Patience & Sarah. Tweet @clarelydon to enter. Phew! Get in touch with Clare and let her know who you’d like as a guest on the show: mail@clarelydon.co.uk
Friday Jul 03, 2015
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon- Ep. 9
Friday Jul 03, 2015
Friday Jul 03, 2015
Welcome to Episode 9! Join best-selling UK author Clare Lydon on the Lesbian Book Club as she interviews international smash-hit author Jae, whose latest books include "Damage Control", "Next Of Kin" and "Under A Falling Star". Jae talks about her writing life, the psychology of being a writer, her huge catalogue of work and how she keeps writing hit after hit. A must-listen for all her fans and for any writer who wants to know more about the secret of writing success. Clare also talks about her new book "This London Love", as well as this year's fantastic London Pride and her appearance at the upcoming LFest and Brighton Pride. Get in touch with Clare at mail@clarelydon.co.uk
Thursday Mar 22, 2018
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 40
Thursday Mar 22, 2018
Thursday Mar 22, 2018
Welcome to episode 40 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews fellow UK author Jenny Frame, whose recent books have included “Charming The Vicar” and “Unexpected”. Jenny talks about her passion for writing butch/femme romances, having lead protagonists who are polar opposites, and also her busy year ahead with three more books in the works! Plus, she’s got a lovely lilting Scottish accent, so it’s a win-win.
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK, and fills you in on what she’s been up to, including releasing her latest audiobook, Twice In A Lifetime, as well as wrapping up The London Of Us, book four in the London Romance series, due out in June. She also features the start of awards and conference season, including nominations for this Lambda Literary Awards, the Diva Awards and EllCon, the brand-new European Lesfic Literary Conference on the block coming in August. For more on that, head to: http://ellconmeet.org/ Finally, for a free lesbian romance, head over to www.clarelydon.co.uk - sign up to her VIP Readers' Club and she'll give you one for free!
Thursday Jun 14, 2018
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 42
Thursday Jun 14, 2018
Thursday Jun 14, 2018
Welcome to episode 42 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews Belgian author Harper Bliss and they chat about their recent collaboration in writing Once Upon A Princess, a lesbian royal romance. This was the first time either has co-written a book and they talk about the ups and downs and if they’d do it again.
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 Once Upon A Princess; as well as readying The London Of Us for launch on June 27th - book four in the London Romance series. The episode treats you to an excerpt from Clare’s audiobook, Twice In A Lifetime. 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!
Finally, don’t forget if you’re in Europe and free in August, come along to the brand-new European Lesfic Literary Conference - head to: http://ellconmeet.org/
Wednesday Jul 29, 2015
The Lesbian Book Club With Clare Lydon- Ep. 10
Wednesday Jul 29, 2015
Wednesday Jul 29, 2015
Join best-selling author Clare Lydon on the Lesbian Bookclub as she interviews fellow Londoner & lesbian fiction author Crin Claxton. Crin just published her third book "Death's Doorway" in June, the follow-up to "The Supernatural Detective". She chats about her love of London and cooking, her butch identity, her writing process and how she plans to put out a book a year from now on. Clare also gives you the low-down on the Amazon lesbian fiction charts in the UK and US, and reviews LFest, the GCLS awards and her upcoming hosting of the Brighton Pride Literature Live tent. Keep up with Clare at www.clarelydon.co.uk You can reach her at mail@clarelydon.co.uk
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
The Lesbian Book Club w/ Clare Lydon - Ep. 58
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
Welcome to episode 58 of the Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon as she interviews Australian author SR Silcox. Selena writes queer YA fiction for girls who love girls, “the kind of books I wish I’d been able to read growing up”. Her first novel “Crush” was a huge hit, part of The Girls Of Summer series. She’s also written the Alice Henderson series, focusing on another great love, cricket. Find her at: https://srsilcox.com/
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK. She’s just about to launch her next book, “Before You Say I Do”, due out March 10th. She’s very excited! In audiobook news, “Made In London” is out now, and “A Taste Of Love” is due to drop on March 31st. You can also catch up with Clare at the South Coast Lesfic Hang Out where she’ll be selling & signing books: https://sclho.wordpress.com/ 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!
Saturday Aug 14, 2021
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 71 - The Big Summer Round Up
Saturday Aug 14, 2021
Saturday Aug 14, 2021
I also do a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK, and share the news that Before You Say I Do won a Goldie. Yay! Also, there’s the first chapter of my Hot London Nights audiobook included as an end bonus. Find out about my latest release, Big London Dreams, and sign up for a free lesbian romance at: www.clarelydon.co.uk
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon -Ep. 70
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Welcome to episode 70 of the Lesbian Book Club, where Clare interviews UK author Rosie Wilby. Rosie is an award-winning comedian, author and podcaster whose first book was entitled “Is Monogamy Dead?” She released her second book this year, and “The Break-Up Monologues” asks what we can learn from heartache and how it can teach us so much about ourselves and relationships. It’s a funny and honest delve into the human psyche and what it takes to stay in a relationship for all the right reasons. Easier said than done!
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK, as well as updating you on the latest news of lesbian fiction conferences & awards season. Her upcoming lesbian romance Big London Dreams is available for pre-order, out on July 28th. Find out more at: www.clarelydon.co.uk
Friday May 28, 2021
The Lesbian Book Club with Clare Lydon - Ep. 69
Friday May 28, 2021
Friday May 28, 2021
Welcome to episode 69 of the Lesbian Book Club, where Clare interviews UK author Kate Davies. Kate is a novelist, screenwriter and author of children's books. Her debut novel “In At The Deep End” won the 2020 Polari Prize and was shortlisted for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse prize for comic fiction. The Guardian described it as 'without doubt, the afterparty book for anyone looking to continue their Fleabag fun'. Kate talks about writing from a place of truth, celebrating queer London, living her best life in a Scottish castle, and writing stuff that shocks you. “There’s stuff in the book I’d be embarrassed to read out loud!”
Clare also does a run-down of the Amazon Lesbian Fiction charts in the US & UK, as well as updating you on the latest news of lesbian fiction conferences & awards season. She has new audiobooks of “Hot London Nights” and “The Long Weekend” out now, and Big London Dreams is available for pre-order, out in July. Find out more at: www.clarelydon.co.uk