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Totally Booked with Zibby

Hi! I"m Zibby Owens, host of Totally Booked! I"m hosting four events on September 19, 25th and 30th in NYC and on October 4th in Greenwich, CT. Get your tickets here! In my daily show, I interview today’s latest, bestselling, buzziest, or underrated authors and story creators whose work I think is worth your time.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

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30:33

Clea Shearer, CANCER IS COMPLICATED: And Other...

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2025/09/26

Clea Shearer, cofounder of The Home Edit and New York Times bestselling author, joins Zibby to discuss her comforting, empowering, and beautifully written guide to living with breast cancer, CANCER IS COMPLICATED: And Other Unexpected Lessons I’ve Learned. Clea shares her journey from the shock of diagnosis to navigating surgeries, treatments, and the emotional aftermath, all while finding purpose in documenting her experience to help others. She opens up about the pivotal role her mother and

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27:49

Drew Nieporent, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT:...

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2025/09/25

Zibby welcomes legendary restaurateur Drew Nieporent to discuss his compelling, rollicking new memoir, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches. Drew reflects on his decades-long career shaping New York dining culture—from iconic spots like Tribeca Grill and Nobu to feeding workers after 9/11 and navigating the challenges of the pandemic. He also shares candid stories of success, setbacks, partnerships, and survival, along with deeply personal moments about his health,

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30:27

Jen Hatmaker, AWAKE: A Memoir

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2025/09/24

Zibby interviews belovedNew York Timesbestselling author and host of the For the Love podcast, Jen Hatmaker, about her brutally honest, funny, and revealing new memoir, AWAKE. Jen opens up about the heartbreak of her 26-year marriage ending, the grief and disorientation that followed, and the slow, painful climb back toward wholeness. She and Zibby explore themes of love, loss, faith, resilience, healing, and the profound support of family and friends. Jen also shares why she chose to tell her story

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28:32

Bobbi Brown, STILL BOBBI

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2025/09/23

Beauty mogul and New York Times bestselling author Bobbi Brown joins Zibby to discuss her brilliant, raw, unfiltered new memoir, STILL BOBBI: A Master Class in Leading an Authentic Life. Bobbi describes her journey from creating her first lipstick shade in a kitchen experiment to building a global beauty empire, the challenges of corporate expansion, and her decision to walk away and start fresh with her new brand, Jones Road Beauty. She reflects on the mentors who shaped her, the importance of

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20:02

Jennifer Oko, JUST EMILIA

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2025/09/22

Zibby chats with author Jennifer Oko about JUST EMILIA, an imaginative, compassionate, quick-witted time-traveling tale of a woman who encounters three versions of herself—teen, midlife, and older—in a Washington, DC Metro elevator. Jennifer shares how the spark for the book came from being briefly stuck in an elevator, and how the story grew into a moving exploration of memory, identity, and the ripple effects of pivotal life moments. She also reflects on mother–daughter relationships, aging with

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27:23

Dr. Nicholas Perricone, THE BEAUTY MOLECULE:...

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2025/09/19

Zibby chats with #1New York Timesbestselling author, Dr. Nicholas Perricone, about his groundbreaking new book, THE BEAUTY MOLECULE: Introducing Neuroceuticals, the Breakthrough for Ageless Beauty. Dr. Perricone shares insights from decades of research on the anti-inflammatory diet, the science behind the “beauty molecule,” and practical ways to extend health, beauty, and cognitive function. He also shares what it’s like to see his once-radical ideas become mainstream, recounts the famous three-day

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12:31

The Next Big Idea Daily: Melinda Wenner Moyer

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2025/09/18

How do you raise kids who can handle our topsy-turvy world? Not by coddling them, that’s for sure. No, you want to cultivate grit in your children—the kind of resilience they’ll need to absorb whatever shocks may come their way. To help with that, we’ve got some insights from science journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer, who’s written a new book called Hello, Cruel World!: Science-Based Strategies for Raising Terrific Kids in Terrifying Times.This episode comes from a show we love called The Next Big

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27:42

Stacy Waldman Bass, LIGHTKEEPER: A Memoir Through the...

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2025/09/18

Acclaimed photographer Stacy Bass joins Zibby to discuss her deeply personal new book, LIGHTKEEPER: A Memoir Through the Lens of Love and Loss. Stacy shares the story of losing her father in a tragic seaplane accident that also claimed the lives of her cousins, and the complicated family grief that followed. She reflects on how writing—and later sharing memories of her parents and loved ones—helped her process decades of silence. Zibby and Stacy also discuss family bonds, the power of storytelling,

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26:10

Dr. Zelana Montminy, FINDING FOCUS: Own Your...

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2025/09/17

Zibby interviews leading behavioral scientist and author Dr. Zelana Montminy about FINDING FOCUS: Own Your Attention in an Age of Distraction, a wake-up call to take back your mind—and your life! They dive into the modern epidemic of distraction, how our attention is constantly hijacked by devices and cultural noise, and why focus—not time—is our most valuable resource. Dr. Montminy shares practical ways to reclaim clarity, rebuild mental fitness, and reconnect with what matters most—without shame

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29:38

Sam Sussman, BOY FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY: A Novel

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2025/09/16

Debut author Sam Sussman joins Zibby to discuss BOY FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, a searingly tender mother-son story, and Zibby’s Book Club pick for October.Inspired by the author’s own uncertain celebrity paternity, the book follows Evan, a young man grappling with love, loss, and the mystery of his father’s identity—rumored to be Bob Dylan—while caring for his mother during her final months. Sam reveals how the novel draws deeply from his own life and his late mother’s story, weaving together themes of

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31:22

Emma Heming Willis, THE UNEXPECTED JOURNEY: Finding...

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2025/09/15

Zibby welcomes Emma Heming Willis to discuss her deeply personal and compassionate new book, THE UNEXPECTED JOURNEY: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path. Emma opens up about her role as caregiver to her husband, Bruce Willis, following his diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia, and the challenges of navigating ambiguous loss, parenting young children, and living in the public eye. She shares how she’s learned to prioritize self-care, build community, and advocate for others

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25:54

Sarah Hurwitz, AS A JEW: Reclaiming Our Story from...

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2025/09/12

Author and celebrated White House speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz returns to the podcast to discuss AS A JEW: Reclaiming Our Story from Those Who Blame, Shame, and Try to Erase Us. Sarah shares her personal journey of rediscovering Jewish tradition, explores the history and persistence of antisemitism, and explains why reclaiming Jewish identity on Jewish terms is essential today. Their conversation touches on resilience, nuance, and hope for the future, offering wisdom not just for Jews but for anyone

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22:16

Joanne Harris, VIANNE: A Novel

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2025/09/11

Zibby interviews million-copy bestselling author Joanne Harris, who has returned to the world of CHOCOLAT with the long-awaited story of VIANNE, which begins six years before she opens her scandalous chocolaterie in the small French village of Lansquenet. Joanne discusses her novel’s themes of grief, identity, motherhood, and transformation, and then touches on the healing power of food, the folklore and history of chocolate, memory as a way to keep loved ones alive, and her journey as a writer with

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23:58

Laura Dickerman, HOT DESK: A Novel

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2025/09/10

Zibby chats with debut novelist Laura Dickerman about HOT DESK, a rollicking, sparkling, and utterly funny publishing-world satire with a romantic twist. Laura shares how a one-sentence idea from her brother sparked the story of two rival editors forced to share a desk, leading to unexpected competition, secrets, and… love. She also talks about her memories of interning at The Paris Review, her thoughts on humor in fiction, the surprising inner workings of the publishing industry, and what it feels

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23:24

Kitty Zeldis, ONE OF THEM: A Novel

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2025/09/09

Author Kitty Zeldis, a pseudonym drawn from her maiden name and college nickname, joins Zibby to discuss her new historical novel ONE OF THEM.Set at Vassar in the late 1940s, the book explores the complexities of identity, friendship, prejudice, and assimilation through the story of two young Jewish women navigating very different choices about how openly to live their Jewishness. Kitty shares how her own experiences shaped the novel, reflects on changing perceptions of Jewish identity on college

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28:15

Meg Josephson, ARE YOU MAD AT ME?: How to Stop...

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2025/09/08

InstantNew York Timesbestseller! Psychotherapist and social media star Meg Josephson joins Zibby to discuss ARE YOU MAD AT ME?, a groundbreaking, relatable, and binge-worthy guide to understanding chronic people-pleasing (or “fawning”). Meg shares how growing up in a volatile household shaped her instinct to people-please, how this unconscious coping strategy can be both protective and exhausting, and why so many women struggle with it. She and Zibby talk about generational patterns, social media’s

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28:09

Esther Chehebar, SISTERS OF FORTUNE: A Novel

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2025/09/05

Zibby interviews debut novelist Esther Chehebar about SISTERS OF FORTUNE, a warm, perceptive, witty, and utterly enjoyable novel about three Syrian Jewish sisters navigating family, tradition, body image, and love in Brooklyn. Esther shares the inspiration behind the story, the unique dynamics of the Syrian Jewish community, and her own path from blogging and essays to fiction. She also opens up about the challenges of sisterhood, the humor and contradictions around food and body image, and the joy

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24:09

Rebecca Gardner, A SCREAMING BLAST: Exceptional...

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2025/09/04

Zibby chats with Rebecca Gardner, founder and creative director of the online shop Houses & Parties, about her dazzling new book, A SCREAMING BLAST: Exceptional Entertaining, a vibrant journey through twenty of her most fabulous parties. Rebecca shares stories from her South Texas upbringing and her path into event and interior design. She also talks about working with inspiring figures like Sofia Coppola, the influence of her grandmother’s hospitality, and her philosophy that “celebrating is

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26:41

David Duchovny, ABOUT TIME: Poems

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2025/09/03

Acclaimed author, actor, and singer-songwriter David Duchovny returns to the podcast to discuss ABOUT TIME, a deeply personal, existential, and insightful debut poetry collection. They dive into the paradox of poetry as both “useless” and deeply essential, exploring its power to connect, surprise, and give voice to grief, memory, and love. David shares moving poems about his late father and beloved dog, reflecting on loss, the beauty of language, and why poetry still matters in a world obsessed with

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30:10

Raegan Revord, RULES FOR FAKE GIRLFRIENDS

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2025/09/02

Raegan Revord, debut author and star of the CBS hit seriesYoung Sheldon,chats with Zibby about her charming YA rom-com, RULES FOR FAKE GIRLFRIENDS. They discuss how the novel blends grief, love, friendship, and self-discovery through Avery’s journey to England on a scavenger hunt left by her late mother. Raegan shares how her acting background informs her ability to capture emotion on the page and how she built a thriving book club community withRead with Raegan. She also opens up about growing up

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