Author Insider From The Next Big Idea Club
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Author of the New York Times best sellers RANGE: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World, and The Sports Gene.
Rufus is building the Next Big Idea Club with a collection of lovely people. We release a new Book Bite every day via Book a Day on Substack, and new Next Big Idea podcast every week.
Zibby is all about books and connecting. A bestselling author, Zibby hosts the Totally Booked podcast and founded Zibby's Bookshop in Santa Monica and Zibby Publishing in New York. Consider joining her Z.I.P. program or stay for free!
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