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Totally Booked with Zibby

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

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29:23

Abigail Pogrebin, IT TAKES TWO TO TORAH: An Orthodox...

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2025/12/10

Zibby welcomes journalist and award-winning author Abigail Pogrebin to discuss her celebrated body of work, from MY JEWISH YEAR and STARS OF DAVID to her memoir on twinhood, ONE AND THE SAME. Abigail reflects on her path from Emmy-nominated TV producer to writer, moderator, and thoughtful chronicler of Jewish life. She and Zibby dive into Jewish rituals, identity, modern observance, the meaning of tradition in an asynchronous world, and the intimacy and complexity of being an identical twin.Purchase

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27:24

Rachel Caplin, THE SPOON AND THE SEA: A Novel

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2025/12/09

Zibby interviews author Rachel Caplin about THE SPOON AND THE SEA, a gorgeous, richly woven historical novel about memory, identity, motherhood, and the tangled threads of family across continents and generations. Rachel shares the extraordinary true family story that inspired the book and how writing helped her navigate profound grief after losing her grandmother. She also talks about her unlikely path to authorship from Australia to Israel, her experience navigating the publishing world as an

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37:39

Aria Mia Loberti, I AM INGRID: The Adventures of the...

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2025/12/08

Recorded live at Zibby’s Bookshop in NYC, Zibby interviews actress, UNICEF Ambassador, and debut author Aria Mia Loberti about I AM INGRID, an adorable and inspiring new picture book based on her real guide dog, Ingrid. Aria discusses her unexpected path from academia to starring in Netflix’s acclaimed All the Light We Cannot See, the emotional evolution of her vision, the profound bond between guide dogs and their handlers, and how storytelling (on the page and on-screen) continues to shape her

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33:17

Emma Gannon, TABLE FOR ONE: A Modern Love Story

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2025/12/05

Recorded live at the CORE Club, Zibby interviews Sunday Times bestselling author Emma Gannon about her novel TABLE FOR ONE, a warm and witty story about what it means to be happily alone, not lonely. The two discuss Emma’s winding career path, from early blogging days to a hit Substack and bestselling books. Emma opens up about the joy and necessity of creative solitude, the real-life sparks behind her characters, and how burnout led her to rethink her life, work, and writing. She also shares an

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25:37

Erin O. White, LIKE FAMILY: A Novel

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2025/12/04

Debut novelist Erin O. White joins Zibby to discuss her tender and beautifully crafted book, LIKE FAMILY (a Barnes & Noble Book Club and Sarah Selects pick!). The two discuss the novel’s intertwined families in upstate New York, its exploration of queer domestic life, desire in middle age, teenage turmoil, female friendship, and the quiet truths of long-term relationships. Erin also reflects on her writing process, the challenges of parenting teens, and her evolution from memoirist to

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25:15

Richard Michelson, FANNY'S BIG IDEA: How Jewish Book...

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2025/12/03

Zibby chats with award-winning author and poet Richard Michelson about his timely and beautifully illustrated new book, FANNY’S BIG IDEA: How Jewish Book Week Was Born. Richard shares the remarkable story of Fanny Goldstein, the pioneering librarian who founded Jewish Book Week and championed cultural understanding through books. He also shares research behind the project, the whirlwind process of bringing the book to publication in time for the 100th anniversary, and why Fanny’s message of empathy

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25:32

Nim Shapira, TORN: The Israel–Palestine Poster War on...

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2025/12/03

Recorded live at the Whitby Hotel, guest host Alix Strauss leads a moving conversation with filmmaker Nim Shapira following a screening of his new feature documentary, TORN. Shapira discusses the origins of the film, the shock and grief that followed October 7th, and his desire to bridge divides in an increasingly polarized landscape. He shares personal stories from volunteering with families of hostages, the unraveling of social connections, and the deeper questions that guided the project—about

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26:39

Julie Doar, THE GALLAGHER PLACE: A Novel

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2025/12/02

Zibby Publishing alert! Recorded live at Zibby’s Bookshop in NYC, Zibby interviews debut novelist Julie Doar about THE GALLAGHER PLACE, an atmospheric, expertly paced, and utterly chilling murder mystery set in New York’s Hudson Valley. Julie shares the inspiration behind the novel’s haunting disappearance, its exploration of family secrets, and the power of girlhood friendship. She also talks about her journey from Starbucks barista to middle school English teacher to published author, along with

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26:30

Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, LOVE THE TEEN YOU HAVE: A...

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2025/12/01

Pediatric psychologist, parent coach, and author Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart joins Zibby to discuss her wise and encouraging new book, LOVE THE TEEN YOU HAVE: A Practical Guide to Transforming Conflict into Connection. Drawing on two decades of clinical practice and her experience raising teens, Dr. Lockhart shares practical tools for understanding adolescent behavior, building executive functioning skills, navigating big emotions, and strengthening family relationships. She also talks about breaking

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26:03

Penn and Kim Holderness, ALL YOU CAN BE WITH ADHD

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2025/11/28

Recorded live at Zibby’s Bookshop pop-up in NYC, guest host and author Emma Rosenblum interviews viral content creators and New York Times bestselling authors Kim and Penn Holderness about their joyful new picture book, ALL YOU CAN BE WITH ADHD. They share the inspiration behind writing a kids’ edition after the success of their adult book, reflect on the families and young readers who motivated them, and talk about the importance of helping children feel seen, confident, and understood. Penn also

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27:21

Kelly Cervantes, THE LUCKIEST: A Memoir of Love,...

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2025/11/27

Zibby interviews USA Today bestselling author, speaker, and advocate Kelly Cervantes about her deeply personal and revelatory book, THE LUCKIEST: A Memoir of Love, Loss, Motherhood, and the Pursuit of Self. Kelly reflects on parenting her medically complex daughter, Adelaide, navigating profound grief, the tension between ambition and caregiving, and the evolution of her own identity through multiple careers and life-altering transitions—including the moment Hamilton reshaped her family’s trajectory

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25:48

Brisa Carleton, LAST CALL AT THE SAVOY

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2025/11/26

Zibby chats with Tony Award-winning Broadway producer and debut author Brisa Carleton about LAST CALL AT THE SAVOY, a lush, exhilarating, blissfully charming novel about the iconic London hotel’s pioneering female mixologist, Ada Coleman. Together, they discuss grief, fashion, sisterhood, coming-of-age, second chances, hotel-bar glamour, and even the handsome historian who helps uncover the Savoy’s hidden past.Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens!** Follow

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27:13

Joe McGinniss Jr., DAMAGED PEOPLE: A Memoir of...

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2025/11/25

Zibby chats with author Joe McGinniss Jr. about his tender and deeply moving memoir, DAMAGED PEOPLE: A Memoir of Fathers and Sons. Joe reflects on growing up as the child of bestselling author Joe McGinniss, tracing the turbulent highs of his father’s literary fame and the painful lows of his absence, compulsions, and alcoholism. He explores the complicated bonds between fathers and sons, generational trauma, addiction, brilliance, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of redemption.Share, rate,

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23:16

Eli Frankel, SISTERS IN DEATH: The Black Dahlia, The...

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2025/11/24

At Totally Booked: Live! at the Whitby Hotel, Zibby interviews award-winning producer and true-crime researcher Eli Frankel about his gripping and illuminating new book, SISTERS IN DEATH: The Black Dahlia, the Prairie Heiress, and Their Hunter. Eli shares how decades of obsessive research, access to overlooked primary documents, and on-the-ground investigation led him to uncover a forgotten prime suspect and ultimately solve one of America’s most infamous cold cases. Part true-crime history, part

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21:45

Sophie Blackall, IF WE WERE DOGS

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2025/11/21

At Totally Booked: Live! at the Whitby Hotel, Zibby interviews two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall about her marvelous new picture book, IF WE WERE DOGS. Sophie shares the charming real-life inspirations behind the story—from an exuberant farm dog to a bookish pup in Prospect Park—and opens up about creating the book during her husband’s unexpected heart surgery. She also reflects on the joys and challenges of writing and illustrating, the dynamics of childhood friendships, and the deep

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21:37

Tami Charles, TOGETHER, UNITED (An All Because You...

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2025/11/20

At Totally Booked: Live! at the Whitby Hotel, Zibby interviewsNew York Timesbestselling author Tami Charles about TOGETHER, UNITED, a lushly illustrated, powerful, and lyrical children’s book about unity and love. Tami reveals the inspiration behind the series, her passion for helping children understand their worth and history, and the role books play in fostering empathy. She also opens up about navigating book challenges, her unexpected past as a singer, her transition to teaching, and how young

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23:22

Katie Sturino, SUNNY SIDE UP: A Novel

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2025/11/19

At Totally Booked: Live! at the Whitby Hotel, Zibby interviews debut author and entrepreneur Katie Sturino about her sexy, laugh-out-loud romcom, SUNNY SIDE UP. Katie reveals how the book grew from her own post-divorce journey and her desire to portray a confident, bigger-bodied woman navigating dating, friendship, and self-reinvention, without conforming to “revenge body” tropes. She dives into the novel’s bold early scenes, the importance of supportive female friendships, and the real-life

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24:48

Nate Berkus, FOUNDATIONS: Timeless Design That Feels...

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2025/11/18

In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby interviews celebrated designer and author Nate Berkus about hisbeautifully photographednew book, FOUNDATIONS: Timeless Design That Feels Personal. Nate shares the evolution of the project, from a rejected “10 little books in a box” concept to a comprehensive, user-friendly guide built on 30 years of design experience. He shares why design should be personal, honest, emotional, and deeply reflective of

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24:46

Penn Badgley, CRUSHMORE: Essays on Love, Loss, and...

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2025/11/17

As featured in People, E! and BuzzFeed! Actor, director, producer, podcaster, and bestselling author Penn Badgley joins Zibby to discuss his debut essay collection, CRUSHMORE: Essays on Love, Loss, and Coming-of-Age, which he wrote with his podcast co-hosts. Also available on YouTube. Penn reflects on the origins of his podcast show and why adolescence is such a powerful entry point into storytelling. He opens up about his insecurities (from curly hair to fame itself), sharing what it’s like to grow

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19:52

Kate Baer, HOW ABOUT NOW: Poems

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2025/11/14

Recorded live at the Whitby Hotel, Zibby interviews renowned, #1New York Timesbestselling poet Kate Baer about her latest work, a raw, luminous, and urgent collection titled HOW ABOUT NOW. Kate opens up about the health crisis that reshaped her life and work, her evolving relationship with her body, and the lingering impact of past trauma. She also talks candidly about motherhood, marriage, anxiety, and the strange intimacy of writing poems that expose so much and still leave room for humor and

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