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Zibby chats with bestselling author Tiffany Jenkins about her raw and unflinchingly honest new memoir, A CLEAN MESS: A Memoir of Sobriety After a Lifetime of Being Numb. Tiffany delves into the challenges of early sobriety, reentering society after incarceration, navigating a volatile marriage, and confronting postpartum depression. She thanks the woman who first hired her after she was released from jail, emphasizing how vital second chances are to those in recovery—her dad’s unwavering support saved her life! Finally, they touch on Tiffany’s rapid rise to internet fame and discuss her plans to pivot toward helping others in recovery.
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Zibby interviews Elaine Goldsmith Thomas, longtime film and TV producer and agent to some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, about her debut novel, CLIMBING IN HEELS, a smart, sexy, and entertaining story about the rise of three secretaries at the hottest agency in 1980s Hollywood. Elaine reflects on her own experience navigating the cutthroat world of Hollywood, her transition from agent to writer, and the wild stories—both real and imagined—that shaped her fiercely ambitious protagonist, Beanie Rosen. They discuss personal reinvention, women’s friendships, the background players in fame, the influence of mothers, and the long journey to owning one's creative voice.
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Zibby welcomes viral TikTok poet Josie Balka to discuss I HOPE YOU REMEMBER, a breathtaking poetry collection about love, loss, envy, hope, relationships, body image, nostalgia, and the universal longings that live deep in our souls. Josie shares how a therapist’s advice to open her heart completely changed her perspective on life. She also reflects on her creative process (it’s mostly spontaneous and done in her iPhone Notes app!) and emphasizes the power of simple, conversational writing.
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Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby chats with New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and PBS host, Kelly Corrigan, about MARIANNE THE MAKER, a delightful picture book about a determined young inventor. Kelly delves into how creative expression activates a "neurochemical bubble bath" in our brains, offering mental health benefits and facilitating deeper human connection. She also reflects on the love and influence of her late father, who always created space for her artistic expression.
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New York Times bestselling author and global phenomenon Anna Todd joins Zibby to discuss her new book, THE LAST SUNRISE, an unforgettable romance about a young woman’s summer with a mysterious local in Majorca. Anna reveals how her son’s rare genetic disorder, tuberous sclerosis, inspired this story, and then shares her journey, from getting married at 18 and becoming a mom at 21, to navigating military life, her son’s diagnosis, and the beginnings of her writing on Wattpad. She reflects on author life, impostor syndrome, divorce, co-parenting, launching her own imprint, and finding unexpected love with a Korean partner she met through a language app!
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Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby chats with New York Times bestselling author Suzy Welch about BECOMING YOU, an inspiring and highly practical guide for identifying the career that is meant for you. Suzy shares how she developed her unique methodology, from her career in journalism to the loss of her husband and rediscovery of purpose as a professor at NYU Stern. She emphasizes how not everyone is meant to be a leader and the importance of knowing your aptitudes and values to make better career and life choices. She also shares the personal story of her public job loss after falling in love with Jack Welch, how she rebounded, and what she learned about resilience and self-worth.
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Zibby Publishing author alert! Zibby chats with Audrey Ingram about THE SUMMER WE RAN, a mesmerizing, smart, emotionally rich, and perfectly nostalgic story of first love, devastating secrets, shocking sabotage, political rivalry, and second chances. Audrey shares the inspiration behind Tess and Grant’s love story, the lush Virginia setting, and how her personal experiences with gardening, law, and even a serious health scare shaped her writing. From the intensity of teenage romance to the high stakes of a gubernatorial race, Zibby and Audrey dive into themes of class, resilience, and the power of storytelling to build empathy and connection.
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New York Times bestselling author Chasten Buttigieg returns to the podcast, this time to discuss his charming, delightfully illustrated new picture book, PAPA’S COMING HOME. Chasten shares the sweet inspiration behind the story—a joyful, everyday celebration of family that reflects his own with his husband, Pete, and their two children. He talks about writing the book mid-flight, the hidden Easter eggs in the illustrations, and the emotional power of homecomings and hugs. The conversation weaves through parenting moments, the challenges and beauty of bedtime routines, and the power of unconditional love. Chasten also reflects on the impact of his YA memoir and the meaningful conversations it sparked across the country.
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New York Times bestselling author Chris Pavone returns to the podcast to discuss THE DOORMAN, a pulse-pounding, perceptive, sensationally good novel that explores class, privilege, race, sex, and murder through the eyes of a doorman in a luxury New York building. Chris shares the moving real-life inspiration behind the story—a beloved doorman named Johnny—and opens up about his writing process (including writing flap copy before even starting the novel). The two dive into questions of grief, humanity, and what makes a novel truly compelling.
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Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby chats with journalist, content creator, and bestselling author Carrie Berk about MINDFIRE: Diary of an Anxious Twentysomething. Carrie opens up about her mental health journey, from experiencing intrusive thoughts as a child to managing panic attacks during COVID. She shares personal stories, practical coping strategies, and the importance of reframing anxiety, not to “cure” it, but to coexist with it. The two explore the healing power of writing, the realities behind curated content, and how storytelling can help others feel less alone.
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Bestselling author Annabel Monaghan returns to the podcast to discuss her latest novel, IT’S A LOVE STORY, an adorable, poignant rom-com about a former teen star-turned-Hollywood producer navigating second chances, big lies, and a complicated love with a charming (and quiet) man. Annabel reveals how the story evolved over twelve drafts, why she’s drawn to messy characters, and what she’s learned from nearly 30 years of marriage about real love (“Love actually happens over breakfast…during our morning dog walk… in line at the DMV and in hospital rooms…”). The two also bond over big families, awkward Substack lives, and The Notebook.
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Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby welcomes editor Michele Filgate and contributors Joanna Rakoff and Kelly McMasters to discuss their moving and deeply relatable new essay collection, WHAT MY FATHER AND I DON’T TALK ABOUT. Michele shares how her viral essay inspired the original mother-themed anthology, and why a companion book about fathers felt essential. Joanna opens up about uncovering long-held family secrets and the mythologies we inherit, while Kelly reflects on intergenerational parenting, memory, and the unspoken ways love is shown.
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Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby chats with critically acclaimed author, MacArthur genius, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and Tony Award-nominated playwright, Sarah Ruhl, about her tender and thoughtful essay collection, LESSONS FROM MY TEACHERS. Sarah reveals the figures—inside and outside the classroom—who shaped her life and work, from her eccentric actress mother to her legendary mentor Paula Vogel. She also talks about memory, grief, her writing process, unexpected health journeys, the healing power of literature, and the impact of honoring teachers while they're still with us.
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Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby chats with poet and New York Times bestselling author Jill Bialosky about her lyrical, profoundly moving new book, THE END IS THE BEGINNING. Told in reverse chronology, it traces the remarkable life of her mother, from her death during COVID back to her Depression-era childhood, exploring memory, identity, loss, and resilience. Jill opens up about losing her mother to Alzheimer’s, the pain of her sister’s suicide, the impact of an abusive stepfather, and the inherited strength passed through generations of women. With raw honesty, she shares how writing became a refuge—and a way to bring her mother back to life on the page.
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In this very special episode (and live event at the Streicker Center), Zibby interviews a literary icon: the extraordinary Judy Blume. Judy shares deeply personal stories—including how she coped with anxiety as a young girl, her childhood secrets, her complex relationship with religion, her journey into writing, and her evolution from children’s literature to adult fiction. The discussion touches on love, marriage, motherhood, aging, tap dancing, the joys of running a bookstore, and what it means to live a creative, meaningful, and enduringly curious life. Finally, she reflects on her legacy, gratitude for her readers, and the seriousness of today’s book-banning climate.
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Zibby interviews Lori Gold about ROMANTIC FRICTION, an irreverent, hilarious, raucous romp through the publishing world. They dive into the behind-the-scenes realities of publishing, the anxiety and ambition that fuel the writing life, and the looming impact of AI on creativity. Lori shares the inspiration behind this story, which traces a bestselling romance author’s battle against an AI-generated rival, and opens up about her unexpected path from journalist to novelist. Finally, she shares what she’s working on next!
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Award-winning actor and debut author Lili Taylor chats with Zibby about TURNING TO BIRDS, a collection of beautifully crafted, inquisitive, eye-opening essays about the search for peace in a cacophony of birds and discovering a world of meaning in small moments. The two dive into Lili’s deep love of birding—how it began well before the pandemic and became a way of seeing and being in the world. They explore the emotional and neurological power of paying attention, the art of listening, and the beauty of connecting with nature to feel more at home in ourselves and the world. Lili shares stories of rooftop bird rescues, birding in unexpected places, and her quiet but profound journey into authorship.
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Zibby interviews #1 New York Times bestselling author Nicola Kraus about THE BEST WE COULD HOPE FOR, a sweeping novel spanning from 1943 to 2014 about a broken family and the women who knit together the remains. Nicola explains how her book traces the ripple effects of choices, trauma, privilege, and parenting through several generations of one family, and then touches on themes of race, motherhood, sibling bonds, healing, and even the transformative power of EMDR therapy. Finally, she shares her writing journey, her memories of growing up on the Upper East Side, and how her personal experiences shaped this book’s emotional core.
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Award-winning business leader, investor, and speaker Daria Burke joins Zibby to discuss OF MY OWN MAKING, a lyrical, fearless memoir about facing the stark reality of your past and reclaiming the life you deserve. Daria opens up about her childhood with an absent father and a mother battling addiction, and then shares what it was like to discover a decades-old news photo of the car crash that killed her grandmother, reopening wounds she didn’t know were still raw. She also talks about her career in beauty and tech, the long journey to writing this memoir, the role of memory, and the radical act of telling your story on your own terms.
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Zibby chats with bestselling author Bonnie Tsui about ON MUSCLE, a remarkable, mind-expanding exploration of the body, movement, and connection that will change how you think about muscle and how we move through the world. Bonnie shares how her relationship with her martial artist father inspired her to write this book, and then delves into how muscles shape our identity, our connections, and our shared humanity. She also recalls an intimate moment with her father-in-law, who has ALS, and shares insights from paraplegic yogi Matthew Sanford.
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