A truly BLANK podcast

[1:34]Zibby Owens: Welcome to moms don't have time to read books with Zibby. I'm the host, Zivvy Owens. I am an author. My latest is blank, pub date March 1, a novel. I'm also a podcaster, obviously, a publisher, a bookstore owner, and so much more. If you love books, you're in the right place. In fact, we call it the Zippyverse or really the LA Times called it the Zippyverse, and we're going with it. Go to zippyowens.com to learn more and follow me on Instagram at Zippy Owens. So this is the last in the episodes devoted to my new novel, Blank, which came out on Friday. And I thought it would be really, really funny if I gave you a blank episode. So that's what this is. It is not a mistake. Your speakers are working. Your AirPods are working. Everything is working just fine. But because blank is about Pippa Jones's attempt to make a difference and make a statement and make art really by handing in a book blank and also just to get her work done on time because she handed the book in blank as a commentary on the publishing world. I will now hand in a blank podcast, perhaps as a commentary on the podcasting world. So use the next few minutes of blank time to think about your own story and perhaps how you can rewrite yours. Today's episode is sponsored by Quince. Summer always makes me rethink what I'm reaching for every day. Lighter fabrics, better materials, pieces that just feel good the moment you put them on and look effortless. That's why I keep coming back to Quince. They focus on high quality essentials. Think breathable linen, soft organic cotton, washable silk, but without the luxury markup. It's that rare balance where everything feels elevated, but still easy. Quince has beautiful everyday pieces like 100% European linen pants, dresses, and tops with styles starting at $32. Their denim is soft and easy to wear. I wear my jean jacket all the time. And their organic cotton sweaters are perfect for layering on cool summer nights. Everything at Quince is priced 50 to 80% less than similar brands. Quince works directly with ethical factories and cuts out the middlemen, so you're paying for quality, not brand markup. And it's not just clothing. Quince has really become a destination for elevated essentials across home, kitchen, bedding, and beyond, making it easy to bring a more premium feel into everyday life. In addition to my jean jacket, I recently got a white tank top dress with a beautiful cotton skirt that is absolutely gorgeous, and I can't wait for it to be warm enough so I can wear it every day, but it has been a cool spring. Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to quince.com/zippy for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty five day returns. Now available in Canada too. That's quince.com/zippy for free shipping and three hundred and sixty five day returns. Quince.com/zippy.

[35:48]Zibby Owens: Thanks for listening to this episode of Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books. Don't forget to follow me on Instagram at Zibby Owens and at moms don't have time to read books. Also sign up for my news at zibbyowens.com and sign up for my virtual book club and meet lots of authors on Zoom every other week. Thanks so much to Steve and Ryan at Texture Sound for the sound editing, and thank you to Morning Moon Productions for providing this fantastic intro and outro music.