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Dare to Love by A. L. Brooks 

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Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet.  In this episode we hear the author doing a reading from Dare to Love by A. L. Brooks   

Synopsis

Investment banker Ash Taylor left her cut-throat world to set up a cool, cutting-edge tattoo studio. Her love life's been a lot bumpier, though. Ever since a heart-breaking affair with a straight colleague, she's vowed to steer clear of women unsure of their sexuality.

Talent-agency executive Carmen Lyttleton is straight, career focused, and not prone to distraction from her occasional casual relationships. When her best friend gets a tattoo at Ash's studio, Carmen finds herself unexpectedly impressed by Ash and her business.

When they accidentally meet again, Carmen is shocked by the sparks between them and the realization that she feels a lot more than just admiration for Ash's work ethic. It can't possibly mean what it seems...can it?

The pull between the women is powerful but so are their fears, old baggage, and stubbornness. Can they dare to love?

Contains mature themes.

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Hidden Histories with Paula Martinac 

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This week, Tara sits down to talk historical fiction with author Paula Martinac (Clio Rising). As both an author and a reader, Paula is deeply interested in history and historical fiction, especially how it intersects with lesbian literature. Lesbian history is a hidden history, and through fiction we get the chance to see ourselves revealed in a world written by others. Some of Paula’s recommendations are YA. Others aren’t. They’re all historicals and they all have romantic aspects, but they’re not dedicated romances. After listening to Paula describe these books, you’ll end up with more on your list than you’d bargained for. Enjoy! 

Paula Recommends: 

Silhouette of a Sparrow by Molly Beth Griffin 

Two Wings to Fly Away by Penny Mickelbury 

White Houses by Amy Bloom 

She Rises by Kate Worsley 

An Impossible Distance to Fall by Miriam McNamara 

The Best Bad Things by Katrina Carrasco 

Tara is a reviewer for The Lesbian Review, find her favourite books here. The Lesbian Review is a website dedicated to bringing you the best in lesbian fiction, movies, TV, fanfic and music.

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Back To The Start by Monica McCallan 

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Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet.  In this episode we hear a reading from the author of Back To The Start by Monica McCallan

Synopsis

When Remy’s grandmother dies, it means leaving her life in San Francisco and returning to a town she swore she'd never revisit, forced to confront a world she'd worked hard to put behind her over the last twelve years.

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Poppy Jenkins by Clare Ashton

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Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet.  In this episode we hear the first chapter of Poppy Jenkins by Clare Ashton

Synopsis

Two old friends, one hot summer, a whole load of confusion.

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The Difference Between Dating Women and Men 

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Episode: 7 of 7 of the Dating Season   

Join Tamara and Sheena as they talk about The Difference Between Dating Women and Men in this episode of Les Talk About It. 

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Les Talk About It Series: Dating

Dating is not just a fun exploration of yourself and your partner but it is an important step in your life. In this series we break down lesbian dating and talk about it.

About The Hosts

Sheena comes from a media background and in 2014 she started The Lesbian Review, a website dedicated to reviewing the best lesbian books and movies. In 2016 A podcast channel seemed like a natural progression and so she started The Lesbian Talkshow.

Sheena discovered lesbian fiction in her late teens and it helped her with her coming out process, something for which she will always be grateful.

Tamara is a marketing professional and has branched out into design and photography. Her natural love for research and learning meant that she was the perfect podcast partner when Sheena wanted to start Les Talk About It. (Well, that and the fact that Tamara is married to Sheena.)

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Writing Lesbian Fiction from the Grave with Paige Braddock 

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This week, Tara goes all over the map with Paige Braddock. Paige is possibly best known as the creator of  Jane’s World, the first gay-themed comic work to receive online distribution by a national syndicate. Or you might know her by another name: Missouri Vaun. After working at comics for many years, Paige turned to novels to get all the other stories inside of her out, the latest being Chasing Sunset. Tara and Paige cover a lot of ground, including how self-publishing and fan fiction have led the way to the lesfic we all know and love of today. If you stay till the end, you’ll even find out how a woman can write lesbian fiction from the grave. 

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Blue Ice Landing by KA Moll

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Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet.  In this episode we hear an excerpt from the audiobook for Blue Ice Landing by KA Moll narrated by Emily Beresford. 

Synopsis

At 33, Coy Davidson is a beautiful blonde with a southern accent and a successful practice as a physician assistant. She has a comfortable home, good friends, and a loving family. She's also a widow, carrying a burden of responsibility for her wife's untimely death. She lost her footing that day, gave up her dream to be a doctor, and swore off relationships. Now, three years later, she's ready to turn her life on end in an effort to regain what she lost.

At 29, Coby O'Brien is a woman with secrets. She's estranged from her family, a recovering alcoholic, and alone because she's convinced that she's unlovable. When she loses her job as a heavy equipment operator, she'll accept one that'll force her to step way outside her comfort zone into a life where nothing is, as it seems. Having caught next to no breaks in life, it may turn out to be her break of a lifetime.

When Coy quits her job to accept a position in Antarctica, her path will cross with Coby's. Their attraction to one another will be immediate, and despite their differences, it won't be long before they fall in love. But for these two, with all their baggage, will love be enough?

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8 Deadly Dating Mistakes To Avoid 

Les Talk About It 

Episode: 6 of 7 of the Dating Season 

Join Tamara and Sheena as they talk about 8 Deadly Dating Mistakes To Avoid in this episode of Les Talk About It. 

In this episode 

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Les Talk About It Series: Dating

Dating is not just a fun exploration of yourself and your partner but it is an important step in your life. In this series we break down lesbian dating and talk about it.

About The Hosts

Sheena comes from a media background and in 2014 she started The Lesbian Review, a website dedicated to reviewing the best lesbian books and movies. In 2016 A podcast channel seemed like a natural progression and so she started The Lesbian Talkshow.

Sheena discovered lesbian fiction in her late teens and it helped her with her coming out process, something for which she will always be grateful.

Tamara is a marketing professional and has branched out into design and photography. Her natural love for research and learning meant that she was the perfect podcast partner when Sheena wanted to start Les Talk About It. (Well, that and the fact that Tamara is married to Sheena.)