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Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books podcast

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Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books

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  Produced by Zibby Media  

[Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books] (https://zibbymedia.com/pages/podcasts) is the award-winning, author-interview podcast hosted by author, bookstore owner and publisher, Zibby Owens, dubbed "NYC's Most Powerful Book-fluencer" (Vulture). ( [Zibby] (www.instagram.com/zibbyowens) 's novel [Blank] (www.zibbyowens.com/blank) is a USA Today bestseller!) Hear from your favorite celebrities, novelists, memoirists, and others to keep you in-the-know, help you find the next book for you, and inspire you! Sign up for our newsletters [ here] (https://zibbymedia.com/pages/newsletters) and learn more on [zibbymedia.com. ] (www.zibbymedia.com) Please rate and review the podcast if you love it!! *** Music by [Morning Moon Music] (https://www.morningmoon.com/music) . Sound editing by TexturesSound. Hosting by Acast. To inquire about advertising, please contact [allie.gallo@acast.com] (mailto:allie.gallo@acast.com) . *** Thank you to this week's sponsors: ADT: ADT is America’s most trusted name in home security. From cameras to doorbells and more, get peace of mind when you’re home or away. Get started at ADT.com. Medik8: Medik8 is a British dermatological skincare brand, globally renowned for age-defying heroes that deliver results without compromise. Every Medik8 product combines results-driven, scientific skincare for all skin types. Recommended by dermatologists, Medik8 is also B Corp™ certified. Visit medik8.us to save 20% off your first purchase using code ZIBBY at checkout! Marriott: Springhill Suites by Marriott, the official hotel partner of U.S. Soccer, provides you with everything you need when you’re on the road supporting your team. This all-suite hotel has spacious rooms that sleep up to six, giving everyone room to rest and recharge. They also offer complimentary hot breakfast, so you can fuel up before the big game. Visit springhillsuites.com to book your next game-day stay. Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

[Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books] (https://zibbymedia.com/pages/podcasts) is the award-winning, author-interview podcast hosted by author, bookstore owner and publisher, Zibby Owens, dubbed "NYC's Most Powerful Book-fluencer" (Vulture). ( [Zibby] (www.instagram.com/zibbyowens) 's novel [Blank] (www.zibbyowens.com/blank) is a USA Today bestseller!) Hear from your favorite celebrities, novelists, memoirists, and others to keep you in-the-know, help you find the next book for you, and inspire you! Sign up for our newsletters [ here] (https://zibbymedia.com/pages/newsletters) and learn more on [zibbymedia.com. ] (www.zibbymedia.com) Please rate and review the podcast if you love it!! *** Music by [Morning Moon Music] (https://www.morningmoon.com/music) . Sound editing by TexturesSound. Hosting by Acast. To inquire about advertising, please contact [allie.gallo@acast.com] (mailto:allie.gallo@acast.com) . *** Thank you to this week's sponsors: ADT: ADT is America’s most trusted name in home security. From cameras to doorbells and more, get peace of mind when you’re home or away. Get started at ADT.com. Medik8: Medik8 is a British dermatological skincare brand, globally renowned for age-defying heroes that deliver results without compromise. Every Medik8 product combines results-driven, scientific skincare for all skin types. Recommended by dermatologists, Medik8 is also B Corp™ certified. Visit medik8.us to save 20% off your first purchase using code ZIBBY at checkout! Marriott: Springhill Suites by Marriott, the official hotel partner of U.S. Soccer, provides you with everything you need when you’re on the road supporting your team. This all-suite hotel has spacious rooms that sleep up to six, giving everyone room to rest and recharge. They also offer complimentary hot breakfast, so you can fuel up before the big game. Visit springhillsuites.com to book your next game-day stay. Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

 

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#1974

Celebrity author! Edward Burns, A KID FROM MARLBORO ROAD

Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3TooRPr] (https://bit.ly/3TooRPr) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

17 hrs Ago

30 MINS

30:19

17 hrs Ago

#1973

Zibby Books Author Alert!! Ava Dellaira, EXPOSURE: A Novel

Zibby Books author alert! Zibby welcomes Ava Dellaira to discuss her powerful and provocative new novel, EXPOSURE. Ava delves into her protagonists, Noah, a Black high school senior, and Juliette, a white college freshman, who go home together after a night of drinking. Twelve years later, Juliette’s best friend Annie accuses Noah of raping Juliette—and the story breaks into multiple viewpoints and timelines, exploring themes of race, artistic ambition, grief, and the co-existence of conflicting truths. Ava shares how the start of the #MeToo movement, her personal grief, and motherhood shaped this story. She also talks about her background in photography, the loss of her mother, and her writing journey (including her popular YA novels!). Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/4ghH8b0] (https://bit.ly/4ghH8b0) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

Yesterday

28 MINS

28:56

Yesterday

#1972

A Zibby Summer Reads pick! Rebecca J. Sanford, THE DISAPPEARED

Zibby speaks with award-winning author Rebecca Sanford about her heart-wrenching new drama, THE DISAPPEARED. Rebecca shares that the novel, a dual-timeline work of historical fiction, revolves around the 1970s Argentine military dictatorship and is inspired by the real-life "Grandmothers of the Plaza de Mayo," who searched for their missing children and grandchildren.Rebecca shares how her graduate studies in international relations led her to this dark period in history and reflects on the emotional impact of her research and writing process, as well as the continued importance of raising awareness of historical atrocities. The conversation touches on motherhood, memory, activism, and the resilience of women across generations. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3MzCCHd] (https://bit.ly/3MzCCHd) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

09 Sep 2024

22 MINS

22:23

09 Sep 2024

#1971

Child development expert!! Tovah P. Klein, RAISING RESILIENCE: How to Help Our Children Thrive in Ti...

Zibby interviews psychology professor Dr. Tovah Klein about her accessible, wise, and compassionate new guide, RAISING RESILIENCE: How to Help Our Children Thrive in Times of Uncertainty. Dr. Klein explains how the pandemic reignited a desire to help parents navigate uncertainty, whether daily stressors or large-scale crises. She shares practical strategies from her book, from self-talk for stressed parents to sharing difficult truths in age-appropriate ways. Resilience, she notes, is built over time through everyday experiences and the security provided by loving relationships. The conversation highlights how parenting is not about perfection but about adapting, connecting, and continuously learning. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3MvuyHL] (https://bit.ly/3MvuyHL) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

06 Sep 2024

27 MINS

27:36

06 Sep 2024

#1970

NYT bestselling author! Attica Locke, GUIDE ME HOME

Screenwriter, TV producer, andNew York Timesbestselling author Attica Locke chats with Zibby about GUIDE ME HOME, the stunning culmination of the award-winning Highway 59 trilogy, where Detective Darren comes out of retirement to investigate the case of a missing black college student from an all-white sorority. Attica reflects on her protagonist, Darren Matthews, a conflicted Black Texas Ranger, and his complicated relationship with his mother. She also talks about how her novels explore crime stories set in small East Texas towns and her fascination with ordinary people making bad decisions. Finally, she delves into how she balances novel writing with her work in television, the challenges of screenwriting, and how working on the Netflix seriesFrom Scratchchanged her life. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3XvkjcO] (https://bit.ly/3XvkjcO) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

05 Sep 2024

26 MINS

26:42

05 Sep 2024

#1969

Picture book alert! Josh Funk, ATTACK OF THE SCONES: Volume 6

Zibby welcomes picture book author Josh Funk to discuss his popular series, Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast, with a special focus on the latest adventure, ATTACK OF THE SCONES. Josh shares the inspiration behind the series, which started as a simple story for his kids and evolved into a whimsical, action-packed world where breakfast foods have grand adventures. He explains how each book in the series tackles a different "fridge problem" and discusses the creative process behind the books, including how the characters and storylines have developed over time. (Tune in to hear from a very special nine-year-old guest!) Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3Xago3E] (https://bit.ly/3Xago3E) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

04 Sep 2024

30 MINS

30:00

04 Sep 2024

#1968

Books that make you TREMBLE! Chelsea Bieker, MADWOMAN

Zibby welcomes back award-winning author Chelsea Bieker to discuss MADWOMAN, a brilliant, urgent, heart-smashing, darkly comic, and absolutely unforgettable novel aboutmotherhood, memory, generational violence, and the menace of an untold past. Chelsea shares the inspiration behind the book, which she wrote during the pandemic as she started to confront her own past. She delves into the intensity of motherhood, the societal pressures that mothers face, and the lengths women go to save themselves and others. She also discusses the long-term effects of domestic violence, a theme deeply rooted in her own childhood experiences. Finally, she shares her journey as a writer. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3Z2ReGw] (https://bit.ly/3Z2ReGw) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

03 Sep 2024

28 MINS

28:10

03 Sep 2024

#1967

International bestselling author! Helen Russell, THE DANISH SECRET TO HAPPY KIDS: How the Viking Way...

British journalist and internationally bestselling author Helen Russell returns to the podcast to discuss THE DANISH SECRET TO HAPPY KIDS, a refreshingly funny, witty, and heart-warming roadmap to raising kids the Viking way—and helping them be happier, healthier, and more independent. Helen shares the experience of moving from London to Denmark, initially just for a year and before she had children, and discovering the unique parenting methods that prioritize unstructured play, spending time in nature (regardless of the weather!), and genuine connection, aided by the supportive social systems in the Nordic countries. She reflects on how these practices have shaped her parenting journey and her own perspectives on happiness and well-being. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/4g0Z9KH] (https://bit.ly/4g0Z9KH) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

02 Sep 2024

22 MINS

22:07

02 Sep 2024

#1966

Instant NYT Bestseller!! Bianca Bosker, GET THE PICTURE: A Mind-Bending Journey Among the Inspired A...

Award-winning journalist Bianca Bosker joins Zibby to discuss her instantNew York Times bestseller, GET THE PICTURE, a gripping, hilarious, and gorgeously written exploration of the art world. Bianca delves into her journey through that world—from working as a security guard in a museum to selling art at high-profile galleries. She describes immersing herself in the lives of artists, gallerists, collectors, curators, and art dealers, which led to a book that is part user guide to the hidden logic of the art world and part personal quest to live a more expansive life. She reveals how art has completely changed how she sees and experiences life—the frozen food aisle, for example, is really an art installation! Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3z9V4Dc] (https://bit.ly/3z9V4Dc) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

30 Aug 2024

25 MINS

25:44

30 Aug 2024

#1965

A Zibby Summer Reads pick! Sara Goodman Confino, BEHIND EVERY GOOD MAN

Zibby chats with bestselling author Sara Goodman Confino about BEHIND EVERY GOOD MAN, a deliciously entertaining 1960s political rom-com about a DC suburban wife who catches her husband cheating with his secretary… and decides to run the political campaign of his (very handsome) opponent in a Senate race. Sarah highlights the research and her personal connections to the novel, including insights from her elderly relatives who vividly remember the era. She also reflects on the evolution of her characters and the themes of motherhood, self-discovery, and resilience. Sarah reveals that she recently left her teaching career to focus on writing full-time, and touches on her previous novels and upcoming projects. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3ATQCJe] (https://bit.ly/3ATQCJe) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

29 Aug 2024

29 MINS

29:09

29 Aug 2024

#1964

BONUS EPISODE!! Elin Hilderbrand Interviews Zibby!

In this bonus episode (a live event at the Nantucket Atheneum!), beloved #1New York Timesbestselling author Elin Hilderbrand interviews Zibby about her bestselling debut novel BLANK. Zibby describes her journey in the literary world, from this podcast’s humble beginnings to breaking into publishing and opening a bookstore—always with a desire to treat authors like rockstars. She also delves into her trajectory as a writer, reflecting on the rejections she faced at the beginning, the personal losses that inspired her memoir, BOOKENDS, and the relentless determination that led to the publication of BLANK. Finally, she and Elin discuss the realities of being an author in today’s market—from the emphasis on marketing to the importance of social media (and BookTok!). Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

28 Aug 2024

42 MINS

42:00

28 Aug 2024

#1963

Renowned rock climber! Beth Rodden, A LIGHT THROUGH THE CRACKS: A Climber's Story

Zibby interviews renowned rock climber Beth Rodden about A LIGHT THROUGH THE CRACKS, an intense, breathtaking memoir about Beth's harrowing experience of being kidnapped at twenty years old on a climbing excursion in Kyrgyzstan, her journey through trauma, and her transformation into motherhood. Beth describes the challenge of revisiting her worst memories and shares how climbing helped her cope with the physical and mental trauma.She and Zibby also explore her relationship with fear, her recovery from various injuries, and how becoming a mother changed her perspective on life and climbing. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/3YXnGKF] (https://bit.ly/3YXnGKF) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

28 Aug 2024

22 MINS

22:13

28 Aug 2024

#1962

Podcast host! Molly Stillman, IF I DON'T LAUGH, I'LL CRY: How Death, Debt, and Comedy Led to a Life ...

Zibby chats with podcaster and writer Molly Stillman about her laugh-out-loud and heartfelt memoir IF I DON’T LAUGH I’LL CRY: How Death, Debt, and Comedy Led to a Life of Faith, Farming, and Forgetting What I Came into This Room For. Molly describes her childhood with a mom who was a Vietnam War veteran—and what it was like to lose her at seventeen to an autoimmune disorder caused by exposure to Agent Orange. She also shares how she squandered an unexpected quarter-of-a-million-dollar inheritance in less than two years… which filled her with shame and embarrassment. Finally, she describes her writing journey, the challenges of revisiting painful memories, and how she balances humor and seriousness. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/46Z3QAF] (https://bit.ly/46Z3QAF) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

27 Aug 2024

27 MINS

27:19

27 Aug 2024

#1961

Cardiologist ~and~ novelist! Shirlene Obuobi, BETWEEN FRIENDS & LOVERS

Ghanaian American cardiologist, cartoonist, and author Shirlene Obuobi joins Zibby to discuss her powerful, sexy, and emotionally brilliant new romance, BETWEEN FRIENDS AND LOVERS. Shirlene describes her protagonist, Josephine Boiteng, a former medical resident turned influencer who struggles with mental health, burnout, and an unrequited crush. She also delves into the novel’s medical and social media elements and the themes of love, vulnerability, and personal growth—revealing that she wrote this during a challenging period in her own life and used many of her experiences as inspiration. Purchase on Bookshop: [https://bit.ly/4duICwS] (https://bit.ly/4duICwS) Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram [@zibbyowens] (https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/) ! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. [https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books] (https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

26 Aug 2024

23 MINS

23:23

26 Aug 2024