We had the good fortune of connecting with Zibby Owens and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Zibby, what do you want people to remember about you?
I want people to remember that above everything else, I adored my kids and put them first; that I had a love affair with books that lasted my entire life; that I woke up every day trying to help something or something; that I felt so lucky to do what I do; and that I felt called to write about the emotional impact of what was going on in the world in ways big and small; also, that I didn’t take time for granted.

What should our readers know about your business?
I’m most proud of my podcast. I’ve interviewed 2,100+ authors publishing the greatest books today. It has been a master class for me in writing, resilience, storytelling, and just life. Totally Booked with Zibby comes out every weekday with new episodes. It’s always a challenge to stay relevant and break out, but I’m delighted that I’ve been on the top 200 in the Apple Arts charts since soon after I started. And that is ALL thanks to the authors who come on my show and share their innermost thoughts. It’s a gift. It led to Zibby’s Bookshop in Santa Monica, which I’m also really proud of, and my publishing company, plus events and more. And my own six books! (And really I’m most proud of my kids!)

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
In LA, I’d go to the San Vicente Bungalows, Zibby’s Bookshop, Courtyard Kitchen, the Brentwood Countrymart, the Yogurt Shoppe, and lunch on the roof of the Waldorf.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I dedicate this shoutout to Anne Messitte. Anne stepped in early on when I was started a publishing company, first as a consultant and then, all in. She is now President of Zibby Media and Publisher of Zibby Publishing. I respect Anne on every level: personally and professionally. I’ve come to know what every diplomatic expression really means, what excites her about books (the headbands! Spot gloss!) and more. But really, Anne has taught me so much, not only about the business itself, but about people, management, communication, and more. I literally wouldn’t have my company and its success without her.

Website: https://www.zibbyowens.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zibbyowens/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zibbyowenszibbyowens/

Other: https://zibbymedia.com/
https://www.instagram.com/totallybookedwithzibby/
https://www.instagram.com/zibbypublishing/
https://www.instagram.com/zibbysbookshop/

Image Credits
Zibby Media
Headshot: Jake Rosenberg

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