A Thread of One's Own with Theo Clarke

In this week’s episode, our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke speaks to writer and journalist Arabella Byrne about her memoir In the Blood: On Mothers, Daughters and Addiction , co-written with her mother Julia and published by HarperCollins. They discuss: the practical and emotional challenges of co-writing a memoir with a parent; writing faithfully about family, the influence of journalism...

This week our regular host Theo Clarke is interviewed by broadcaster and journalist Belle Donati about Theo’s bestselling book Breaking the Taboo: Why We Need to Talk About Birth Trauma, and her journey as a writer and campaigner for women’s health. Topics discussed on the show include: writing memoir; championing women’s stories; balancing writing with parenting and a day job; motherhood and crea...

In this month’s episode, our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke speaks to writer and hedgelayer Paul Lamb about his book Of Thorn & Briar, which was shortlisted for the prestigious Wainwright Prize in 2025 and was an instant Sunday Times Top 10 bestseller. They discuss: the origins of the book; his writing process; the craft of hedgelaying; supporting wildlife and climate resilience; rural li...

In this month’s book club, our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke, speaks to journalist Helen Chandler-Wilde about her latest book ‘Lost & Found’. They also discuss advice on writing non-fiction, blending memoir with journalism and share top tips for writing, including the Pomodoro technique, and how to balance being an author with a day job too. LOST & FOUND Why do we buy and keep the things...

In this month’s episode of A Thread of One’s Own - a book club-style podcast on creativity, writing, and living - our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke speaks to non-fiction writer, editor, and books journalist Caroline Sanderson about her recent memoir Listen With Father: How I Learned to Love Classical Music , published by Unbound in 2025. The episode explores memoir writing, creative nonf...

In this month’s episode, our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke speaks to novelist and award-winning poet Robin de Rosario about his new book Coyote , published by Lucent Dreaming. They discuss the current relevance of race, belonging and sovereignty in his new novel; the craft of writing fiction; advice and writing tips for new authors; the importance of mentoring and peer support; the role...

In this month’s episode, our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke, speaks to author Professor Lucy Easthope about her latest book Come What May: Life-Changing Lessons for Coping with Crisis, published by Hodder Books. They also discuss advice on being a non-fiction author and writing memoir. COME WHAT MAY We all know that at some point in life, we will experience pain, uncertainty and loss. Wid...

Our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke speaks to Amy Gray, author of Red Duchess: Kitty Atholl, A Rebel in Westminster, published by The History Press in August 2025. Together they discuss the fascinating life of the Duchess of Atholl MP - a woman who defied expectations and challenged convention in politics and beyond. Amy also shares the story behind writing her first book: from discovering...

Our host and bestselling author Theo Clarke speaks to Emma Simpson, author, wild swimmer and tea sommelier, about her debut book Breaking Waves: Discovery, Healing and Inspiration in the Open Water, published by Icon Books in 2025. Together they discuss what it means to discover creativity later in life, finding healing in nature from grief, and how storytelling can help us reclaim our voice. Emma...

In this month’s episode, our host Theo Clarke speaks to author Caroline Montague about her latest novel ‘The Pieces of Us’, published by Orion, and shares her advice on being a historical novelist. This episode is brought to you in association with the Sandon Literature Festiva l. The Pieces of Us Marina and Hugh were once madly in love. But after the loss of their beautiful little daughter, grief...

‘A Thread of One’s Own’ is a monthly podcast on writing, creativity and living. Host Theo Clarke interviews a guest author to talk about their work and the stories behind them. For more content, make sure to subscribe to her Substack page and join the conversation. ABOUT THE HOSTTheo Clarke hosts A Thread of One’s Own and the hit podcast Breaking the Taboo which is in the Top 5% most listened to p...