Totally Booked with Zibby
Zibby Owens
In my daily show, I interview today’s latest, bestselling, buzziest, or underrated authors whose work I think is worth your time -- in 30 minutes or less. As a bookstore owner, publisher, author and (obviously) podcaster, I get a comprehensive look at everything that’s coming out and spend my time curating the best books so you don’t have to. Stay in the know, get insider insights, and connect with guests like I do. Every single day. With 2,000+ episodes to choose from, you'll never run out of book talk. For more information, go to zibbymedia.com and follow the show on Instagram at @totallybookedwithzibby. Please rate and review the show. And go buy the books! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Aug 20, 2020 • 36min
Nefertiti Austin, MOTHERHOOD SO WHITE
Nefertiti Austin's book, Motherhood So White, is a powerful memoir about adopting her son, the foster care system, single motherhood, race, and more. She talked with Zibby at a book club for HeyMama about cultural nuances, adoption, the power of parenting, and being a free spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 19, 2020 • 27min
Heidi Pitlor, IMPERSONATION
Heidi Pitlor's third novel came out yesterday, and she and Zibby talked about writing the book you want to read, motherhood, and the magic of libraries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 18, 2020 • 36min
Christie Pearce Rampone & Dr. Kristine Keane, BE ALL IN
USA Olympian and superstar soccer player Christie Pearce Rampone and her co-author Dr. Kristine Keane wrote a book that every parent needs. Christie, Kristine and Zibby spent a lot of the time sharing their experiences about kids and sports, how to get involved as a parent, and what really matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 17, 2020 • 30min
Tracy Tutor, FEAR IS JUST A FOUR-LETTER WORD
Tracy Tutor, the first female real estate broker on Million Dollar Listing LA, exudes confidence and authenticity both on TV and throughout her new book. Zibby loved doing an Instagram Live with Tracy and talking about getting out of your comfort zone, red flags, and becoming a chameleon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 14, 2020 • 40min
Daphne Merkin, 22 MINUTES OF UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
Zibby has been a fan of Daphne Merkin’s for a long time and was over-the-moon excited to talk to her about her latest novel. Turns out, Daphne has been writing this story — about being seemingly trapped in a relationship with the “wrong” guy — on and off for the past 30 years! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 13, 2020 • 32min
Renée Watson, WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE
Renée Watson, New York Times best-selling author, educator, and activist, talked about Oprah Winfrey, social issues, and young girls finding their voices with Zibby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2020 • 34min
Susan Wiggs, THE LOST AND FOUND BOOKSHOP
Zibby had a lot of fun on Instagram Live talking to Susan Wiggs on her pub day! They discussed the fantasy of running a bookstore, character development and idea generation for the 50 novels she has written over her career (including the latest which became a New York Times best seller)! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 11, 2020 • 23min
Tommy Butler, BEFORE YOU GO
Zibby loved the prose in Tommy Butler’s debut novel. They talked about philosophy, poetry, loneliness, and balancing a law career with a lifelong love of writing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2020 • 28min
Chandler Baker, THE WHISPER NETWORK
Chandler Baker's book, a Reese's Book Club pick, really spoke to Zibby. As someone trying to balance work and momlife, Zibby related to Chandler and her book's character! They discussed the competing demands of a career, family, what's going on in our heads, and whether working out can ever be in the cards, all themes in the psychological workplace drama. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 8, 2020 • 26min
Dr. Jill Biden, WHERE THE LIGHT ENTERS
Zibby had the honor of interviewing the former Second Lady (and perhaps future First Lady), Dr. Jill Biden. She spoke to Zibby about childhood traditions, loss, the state of schools opening this fall, her passion for teaching and more on Instagram Live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
