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Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books The award-winning DAILY author interview podcast hosted by Zibby Owens. 1,700+ episodes available.

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12/12/2024

Hi listeners! We’re transitioning our podcast content to Zibby’s Instagram () soon. Please follow her to stay informed! 📚🎙️🎧

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with author Taylor Hahn about A H...
12/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with author Taylor Hahn about A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, a moving, charming, and tenderhearted Christmas romance that follows wedding singer Mel as she navigates complicated grief, secrets, found family, and newfound hope after her mother’s sudden passing. Taylor, who also lost her mother unexpectedly, shares how writing this book was a transformative and healing process and then delves into complex mother-daughter relationships, the nuances of grief, and the layers of identity reflected in her book. She also touches on her dual life as a lawyer and a writer, her pivot to creative expression, and the mix of personal milestones—including her pregnancy—that coincided with profound loss.


           

🎙️ New podcast episode! Here is a little sneak peek:In this special episode (a live event at the Streicker Center attend...
11/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode! Here is a little sneak peek:

In this special episode (a live event at the Streicker Center attended by more than 350 people!), Zibby joins authors Annabelle Gurwitch, Nicola Kraus, Lihi Lapid, and Talia Carner to discuss ON BEING JEWISH NOW, the inspiring collection of personal essays reflecting on Jewish identity in the aftermath of October 7th that they all contributed to. From motherhood and immigration to antisemitism and rediscovering Jewish heritage and resilience, each contributor shares stories from their essays and lives, making for a heartfelt, emotional, and thought-provoking panel.


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with .heller. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby welcomes life coach, inspiration...
10/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with .heller. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby welcomes life coach, inspirational speaker, and host of the mega-hit podcast Abundant Ever After, Cathy Heller, to discuss her powerful and transformative new book, ABUNDANT EVER AFTER: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease. Cathy shares her spiritual journey—from facing antisemitism in college to exploring spirituality in Israel and integrating mindfulness and Jewish mysticism into her life. Then, she outlines actionable steps for building a life of joy, connection, fulfillment, and inner peace. Want to meet Cathy in real life? Get your weekend pass to the ZIBBY Retreat: Santa Barbara, Feb 21-23, 2025!


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:In this special episode (a live event at Zibb...
09/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

In this special episode (a live event at Zibby’s Bookshop!), film editor and bestselling author Lauren Ling Brown discusses her haunting and atmospheric debut (and Reese’s Book Club Pick!), SOCIETY OF LIES, with writer and editor Halley Sutton. The two delve into the novel’s themes of sisterhood, secret societies, and the dark side of privilege at elite universities. Lauren reveals how her own experiences shaped her protagonist, who grapples with belonging and morality. She also shares her creative process, the journey to becoming a published author, the heartwarming moment she shared an advanced copy with her dad, and her exciting plans for her next mystery.


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby is joined by New York Times bestselling...
06/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby is joined by New York Times bestselling author Shannon Messenger to discuss UNRAVELED, the newest installment (book number 9.5!) of her stunning, imaginative, award-winning middle-grade series, KEEPER OF THE LOST CITIES. Shannon delves into her creative journey, explaining how a college broadcast writing class helped her shift from artist to writer. She also reflects on the perseverance it took to find and build her readership, crediting the support of teachers, librarians, and fans across the globe. Finally, she shares what it’s like to balance a writing career with parenting two young children!

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby interviews debut romance author Nora Da...
05/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby interviews debut romance author Nora Dahlia about PICK-UP, a witty and sweetly satisfying enemies-to-lovers rom-com set around school drop-off culture. Nora shares the inspiration behind her book—an amusing lack of salacious gossip at her kids’ school—and then delves into her novel’s deeper themes, from maintaining individuality as a mother to navigating life’s messy middle stage, where aging parents, growing children, and personal desires collide. Nora also shares her creative process and reveals why she incorporated multiple perspectives in the book.

           

📚 In case you missed it: Zibby interviewed about HERE ONE MOMENT.✨ #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER✨AN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE...
04/12/2024

📚 In case you missed it: Zibby interviewed about HERE ONE MOMENT.

✨ #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

✨AN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

✨”A riveting story so wild you don’t know how she’ll land it, and then she does, on a dime.”—

✨“Funny, frightening, heartbreaking, and life-affirming. I adored Here One Moment.”—

🎧 Listen now if you haven’t already! ⁠


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with bestselling author Pip Drysd...
04/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with bestselling author Pip Drysdale about THE CLOSE-UP, a gripping, sultry, and ultimately shocking novel about a struggling author who discovers the dark side of fame when a stalker begins reenacting violent scenes from her thriller. Pip delves into her creative process and the intense research that went into this project. She also reflects on her global upbringing, heartbreaks, and journey from acting and songwriting to becoming an author. Finally, she shares valuable insight into the publishing world, touching on her marketing and PR efforts—and how she deals with setbacks.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby Books author alert! Megan Tady returns ...
03/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby Books author alert! Megan Tady returns to the podcast to discuss BLUEBIRD DAY, a delightfully heartwarming tale of an estranged mother-daughter Olympic skiing duo who finally face the bumps in their relationship when an avalanche in a Swiss village forces them together. Megan describes the real-life avalanche that inspired the story and then shares the pressures and joys of writing about competitive female athletes, complex family dynamics, and the themes of identity and ambition. She also reveals her personal connection to competitive sports and touches on mental health, toxic relationships, and the sacrifices of pursuing elite athletic careers.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode: #1 New York Times bestselling author Liane M...
02/12/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

#1 New York Times bestselling author Liane Moriarty returns to the podcast to discuss HERE ONE MOMENT, a riveting, terrifically crafted novel about free will, destiny, love, and death that begins with a mysterious woman walking down a plane aisle mid-flight pronouncing how and when her fellow passengers will die. Liane delves into the philosophical and emotional depth of her novel. Then, she shares how personal experiences, including her battle with breast cancer and the loss of her father, influenced the story. She explores themes of mortality, aging, love, and grief, and then shares how she crafts such multifaceted characters and intricate timelines.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode: #1 New York Times bestselling author Leigh B...
29/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

#1 New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo chats with Zibby about THE FAMILIAR, a spellbinding, lush, richly imagined novel set in the Spanish Golden Age that follows Lucia, a servant with miraculous abilities who becomes entangled in the political and religious turmoil of King Philip II’s court. Leigh discusses how this story, inspired by her own Sephardic Jewish heritage, weaves themes of ambition, identity, and survival. She also talks about her journey as a writer, from finding solace in science fiction as a child to overcoming personal and professional hurdles to pen her debut novel.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Victoria Jackson joins Zibby to discuss WE AL...
28/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Victoria Jackson joins Zibby to discuss WE ALL WORRY, NOW WHAT?, a seminal guide to rising from endless worry to a life of empowered action. Victoria shares her journey from Hollywood makeup artist to cosmetics mogul and, later, to medical advocate following her daughter’s rare autoimmune diagnosis. Then, she delves into her tumultuous life experiences, from surviving a childhood r**e to overcoming her cancer diagnosis, sharing the practical strategies that helped her transform her anxiety and panic into tools for resilience. Finally, she talks about her new bookstore, Godmothers, which she just opened in Montecito!


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby interviews TV exec and debut author Nay...
27/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby interviews TV exec and debut author Nayantara Roy about THE MAGNIFICENT RUINS, a wise, witty, and deeply moving novel about a young Indian American editor who inherits her estranged family’s sprawling mansion in India—and their long-buried secrets. Nayantara reflects on her novel’s nine-year evolution, the challenges of cutting a 600-page draft, and the joy of crafting a story that bridges Brooklyn and Calcutta. She also shares what it was like to tackle generational trauma and cultural norms in her writing. Finally, she touches on her career in television and teases her next novel.


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:New York Times bestselling author Marisha Pes...
26/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

New York Times bestselling author Marisha Pessl chats with Zibby about DARKLY, a wildly smart, edge-of-your-seart psychological YA thriller about a mysterious board game creator whose legacy intrigues a young fan, Arcadia Gannon. She and six other teenagers win coveted internships at Darkly… and so the mystery begins. Marisha shares her love of board games, her North Carolina upbringing, and her fascination with legend vs. reality, all of which inspired this novel. She also touches on her early struggles with writing and the discipline she has developed to balance writing with raising three daughters. Finally, she teases her next project.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Read With Jenna Book Club Pick! New York Time...
22/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Read With Jenna Book Club Pick! New York Times bestselling author Lauren Grodstein chats with Zibby about WE MUST NOT THINK OF OURSELVES, a gripping story of love and sacrifice inspired by the real-life efforts of the Oneg Shabbat group, a clandestine archive project in the Warsaw Ghetto in WWII. Lauren recounts the harrowing history of the ghetto, Emanuel Ringelblum’s leadership in documenting Jewish life under N**i oppression, and her inspiration to write this deeply personal and historical work during the pandemic. The conversation dives into the theme of resilience, Lauren’s fascination with family dynamics in her books, and the importance of preserving memory.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with .riordan.jarvis. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby is joined by leading gri...
21/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with .riordan.jarvis. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby is joined by leading grief expert and psychotherapist Meghan Riordan Jarvis, whose poignant and vulnerable memoir, END OF THE HOUR, was published by Zibby Books last year! This time, she discusses CAN ANYONE TELL ME?: Essential Questions about Grief and Loss, her essential and empowering guide for grievers and their support networks. The conversation delves into Meghan’s mission to demystify grief and provide actionable strategies to navigate it, from creating rituals to finding community.


           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Read With Jenna Book Club Pick! Award-winning...
20/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Read With Jenna Book Club Pick! Award-winning author Nikki May returns to the podcast to discuss THIS MOTHERLESS LAND, a stunning reimagining of Jane Austen’s MANSFIELD PARK (and a masterful exploration of race, identity, privilege, and love) where two extraordinary cousins split between England and Nigeria come to terms with their shared family history. Nikki delves into the inspiration behind this novel, the challenges of writing a second book, and how the grief of losing her brother has shaped her writing. She also shares the books that have gotten her through hard times, the things she does that bring her joy, and the details of her next project!


           

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