If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Dark Horse by AL Brooks Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis When facing her demons in the hometown that once exiled her, cool, butch, biker Sadie meets the most perfect opposite—a pretty, loving, bisexual desk clerk who warms all the places in her heart she didn’t know she had. Sometimes, going back is the only way forward. Punished for a crime she did n...
Sep 06, 2017•9 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Fury’s Choice by Brey Willows Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis Fury Tisera Graves needs a break. She wants a normal life, but she can’t see a way out of Afterlife. When the gods begin running marketing campaigns in an effort to woo followers, she steps in to keep them in line, although she really just wants to get away from it all. Playgirl philanthro...
Sep 04, 2017•11 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Pieces by G Benson Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Narrated by Ann Etter Synopsis Orphaned Carmen is sixteen, newly homeless and will do almost anything to survive and keep her and her kid brother safe, together, and out of foster care. Ollie, also sixteen, has a life that’s all about parents, school pressure, friends and dreams of summer. The two fall into e...
Sep 04, 2017•14 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi KG MacGregor’s Recent Lesfic Reads Les Do Books In this episode, KG MacGregor joins Tara to talk about the lesfic that she’s been reading recently. Authors are readers too, so Tara was excited to hear about what KG’s been reading in between writing books. Learn more about KG MacGregor Website Facebook See our reviews and top 10 lists featuring KG MacGregor’s books The books discussed: Taken In by Erica Abbott Little Lies by Lila Bruce Take Only Pictures...
Aug 31, 2017•27 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi The Vanity Publishing Scam by Sheena and Tamara In this episode of The Write Stuff we chat about the difference between vanity publishers, traditional publishers and self publishing. Find out: Why we don’t recommend vanity publishers Why most of them are considered a scam Why you would use a traditional publisher When you would want to self publish...
Aug 28, 2017•12 min•Season 4Ep. 6
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It Lesbian Surprises For Straight Men Episode 59 of 70 In this episode Sheena and Tamara ask the question - what would straight men be surprised about if they were lesbian for a year? Their answers were: Being taken seriously Peeing Hormones The monthly torture Strength Sex Boobs Les Talk About It Series: Being Lesbian In this long running series we look at busting myths, representation, groundbreaking info and representation that matters...
Aug 27, 2017•8 min•Season 10Ep. 59
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Switchback by SW Andersen Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis Sierra Cody is on fire. A rising star in women's professional downhill mountain bike racing, she has all the tools to become a world champion. All she needs to do is fully commit herself. Something far easier said than done. As stubborn as she is independent, Sierra has always carved her own p...
Aug 23, 2017•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi 10 Tips To Creating Your Author Brand by Sheena and Tamara In this episode of The Write Stuff we chat about Author Brands. Last week we discussed what an author brand is and why authors need one. This week we give you 10 tips to help you create your own author brand 10 Tips Are: What do you write? Who will be t adding it? How are you different form competitors? What's your style guide? Logo Headshot Website Contact Page Tag line/ elevator pitch Media ki...
Aug 21, 2017•14 min•Season 4Ep. 5
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Until You See me by Roberta Degnore Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis Why does a woman admit to a murder so horrible the body can’t even be identified as a man or a woman? —Because it’s better than what she really did. It was the crime of the decade in 1932. Grotesque. And it really happened, although not quite this way. The twist is modern: if everyon...
Aug 20, 2017•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Embracing the Dawn by Jeannie Levig Les Do Books Tara is joined in this episode by Amy Herman-Pall, to talk about Embracing the Dawn by Jeannie Levig. Listen to find out who their favourite character is, why it has one of the best opening scenes going, and what book they hope Jeannie Levig will write some day. This podcast has spoilers, so be sure to read the book before you check it out. Embracing the Dawn by Jeannie Levig From the back of the book: Do...
Aug 17, 2017•19 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Why Do Authors Need A Brand? by Sheena and Tamara In this episode of The Write Stuff we chat about Author Brands, what it is and why it is important. Find out: What is a brand? Why is it important? What is brand unity and how do you get it? Look out for 10 Tips To Creating An Author Brand Next Week About The Hosts Tamara is a marketing professional and has helped Sheena build her websites and her social media presence. Sheena started The Lesbian Review ...
Aug 14, 2017•12 min•Season 4Ep. 4
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It Do Lesbian Relationships Last? Episode 58 of 70 In this episode of Les Talk About it Sheena and Tamara are discussing lesbian relationships. They ask the question do lesbian relationships actually last? Les Talk About It Series: Being Lesbian In this long running series we look at busting myths, representation, groundbreaking info and representation that matters. About The Hosts Sheena comes from a media background and in 2014 she star...
Aug 13, 2017•13 min•Season 10Ep. 58
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi The Great Guide To Tweeting For Authors by Sheena and Tamara In this episode of The Write Stuff Sheena and Tamara chat about Tweeting for authors. This is a follow up episode Creating A Great Author Profile. Find out: What kind of tweets you should be considering What are hashtags and why you need them What hashtags to consider using Why you want to retweet people How frequently you should tweet How to use a pinned tweet and why About The Hosts Tamara i...
Aug 07, 2017•17 min•Season 4Ep. 3
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It Do Lesbians Earn More? Episode 57 of 70 In this episode of Les Talk About it Sheena and Tamara are discussing the idea that lesbians earn more money than hetrosexual women. They ask: Why is there a pay gap? What do lesbians earn in relation to men? Les Talk About It Series: Being Lesbian In this long running series we look at busting myths, representation, groundbreaking info and representation that matters. About The Hosts Sheena come...
Aug 06, 2017•8 min•Season 10Ep. 57
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Andi Marquette Talks Fanfic Les Do Books In this episode, Andi Marquette joins Tara (in person! In her kitchen!) to talk about how fanfic led to the current state of lesfic. They look at: What is fanfic What’s the difference between canon fanfic, uber fic How fanfic has helped the origins of lesbian fiction Andi’s experience writing fanfic vs writing original stories What fanfic is often empowering Find out what happens when an author has been “forged i...
Aug 03, 2017•18 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Creating A Good Author Profile On Twitter by Sheena and Tamara In this episode of The Write Stuff Tamara and Sheena chat about creating a good profile as an author. Find out: Why it’s important to be on Twitter What you need to think about in terms of photos What your text your include How to use a pinned Tweet What tool to use for photo editing About Tamara With a post graduate degree in marketing and over 15 years experience in the marketing arena, Ta...
Jul 31, 2017•16 min•Season 4Ep. 2
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It Our Ultimate Lesbian Resort Episode 56 of 70 In this episode of Les Talk About it Sheena and Tamara are talking about something a little lighter. They are chatting about what they would like to see in the Ultimate Lesbian Resort. Imagine a lesbian oasis filled with the kinds of activities that we so love. Les Talk About It Series: Being Lesbian In this long running series we look at busting myths, representation, groundbreaking info an...
Jul 30, 2017•8 min•Season 10Ep. 56
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Rescued by Adan Ramie Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis Chuck and her sister, Brenda, have always been passionate about animals. That's why Brenda became a veterinarian, and why they started the only animal shelter in their small town. Old, malnourished, and abused, Stanley the Yorkie had a hard life, and the first time Chuck laid eyes on him, she knew...
Jul 26, 2017•12 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Kiki Archer On Taking Her Lesbian Fiction Mainstream by Sheena and Kiki Archer In this episode of The Write Stuff we chat to author, Kiki Archer about how she has taken her lesbian fiction (Lesfic) into the mainstream charts. Find out: How she ended up with a huge straight following What the reaction has been from straight readers Where she recommends you advertise...
Jul 24, 2017•18 min•Season 4Ep. 1
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It Are You Having An Orgasm? Episode 55 of 70 More than 30% of women don't know when they are having an orgasm. The reason for this is that not everyone experiences an orgasm in the same way. In this episode of Les Talk About it Sheena and Tamara are discussing how to know when you are having an orgasm. Please note: This episode is not suitable for people who are not of a sexually consenting age. We go into details about sex. Les Talk Abo...
Jul 23, 2017•13 min•Season 10Ep. 55
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Tread Lightly by Catherine Lane Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Narrated by Ann Etter Synopsis Claire, fairy godmother level one plus, is one of the best operatives at the Fairy Godmother Council, but god-mothering in the twenty-first century isn’t all it used to be. The magic’s drying up; the girls are spoiled brats, and guardian angels poach the council’s b...
Jul 21, 2017•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Do Books The Sublime And Spirited Voyage Of Original Sin (Book Club ) Tara is joined in this episode by her sidekick Brooklyn Goodrich. They talk pretty excitedly about The Sublime And Spirited Voyage Of Original Sin By Colette Moody. Check it out to see why they loved it and what hobby Brooklyn picked up as a result of reading it. This podcast has spoilers, so be sure to read the book before you check it out. The Sublime And Spirited Voyage Of Orig...
Jul 20, 2017•17 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It 9 Secrets To Wooing A Woman? (Or Maybe Not) Episode 54 of 70 Tamara and Sheena have found a list of nine secrets to wooing a woman. They discuss the merits of the tips. Les Talk About It Series: Being Lesbian In this long running series we look at busting myths, representation, groundbreaking info and representation that matters. About The Hosts Sheena comes from a media background and in 2014 she started The Lesbian Review, a website ...
Jul 16, 2017•13 min•Season 10Ep. 54
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Never Enough by Robyn Nyx Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis When a killer sets her sights on her target, is there any stopping her? Award-winning journalist Madison Ford is taking a well-deserved break from covering foreign wars. That break is cut short when she receives a mysterious package, full of incriminating information on a human trafficking rin...
Jul 14, 2017•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi The Second Wave by Jean Copeland Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis Alice never imagined that meeting co-worker Leslie would lead to an all-consuming love affair. But even in the anything-goes 1970s, feminist attitudes and the sexual revolution can’t change the fact that Leslie is a traditional married mom of two who won’t chance losing her children to ...
Jul 12, 2017•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Les Talk About It 10 Things You Should Never Say To A Lesbian Episode 53 of 70 It is really frustrating when someone learns that you are gay and they immediately go from being a normal person to asking you things as if you are an exhibition at the zoo. So, for all you lesbians out there who don’t want to have to deal with this - we made this podcast so that you can play it for THOSE people. You know the ones, and maybe they will learn a little something...
Jul 09, 2017•16 min•Season 10Ep. 53
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Maladaptation by Adan Ramie Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis A drug deal gone wrong. The murder of an old friend. A stolen ride turned kidnapping. Three women follow the same path on a map plotted by murder. Who will survive? A romantic thriller readers call "dark and gritty" and "a haunting story". "This is not two heroines on the run, finding love, ...
Jul 08, 2017•15 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Escape In Time by Robyn Nyx Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis An extractor is elite in every way, and Landry Donovan is no exception. Pulsus, an organization working to build a better future by saving people from the past, sends Landry’s team back to Nazi Germany to save a Jewish doctor working on a cure for cancer. For the first time on a mission, she...
Jul 07, 2017•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Ann McMan’s Favourite Lesbian Books Les Do Books In this episode, Ann McMan tells Tara all about her three favourite lesbian books. Authors are readers too, so Tara was excited to hear about these books and why Ann loves them. And if you can believe it, Tara even managed not to fangirl too much. Books discussed Other Women by Lisa Alther Slow River by Nicola Griffith Solitaire by Kelley Eskridge Ash by Malinda Lo Tara is a reviewer for The Lesbian Revie...
Jul 06, 2017•43 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Dragon Horse War by D Jackson Leigh Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. Synopsis When is war justified to preserve peace? Society has evolved into one collective belief that celebrates diversity. Luxury credits are earned and spent only after the world population is fed and educated. But when catastrophic weather kills thousands and destroys crops, people begin t...
Jun 30, 2017•11 min