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The Scripturient Society
Ash & Karissa
174 episodes
4 months ago
✨ Come behind the scenes of our Spring 2025 Story Sirens Writing Retreat—a weekend filled with creativity, connection, and storytelling magic! In this short episode, we share some of our favorite moments from Story Sirens inaugural retreat and discuss some of the things we are looking forward to at our next one! 🌿 Whether you're drafting a novel, revising a memoir, or just craving time with fellow storytellers, the Story Sirens Studio writing retreats are designed to fill your creative cup ...
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✨ Come behind the scenes of our Spring 2025 Story Sirens Writing Retreat—a weekend filled with creativity, connection, and storytelling magic! In this short episode, we share some of our favorite moments from Story Sirens inaugural retreat and discuss some of the things we are looking forward to at our next one! 🌿 Whether you're drafting a novel, revising a memoir, or just craving time with fellow storytellers, the Story Sirens Studio writing retreats are designed to fill your creative cup ...
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The Scripturient Society
Writing Retreat Recap - Story Sirens Studio, Spring 2025
✨ Come behind the scenes of our Spring 2025 Story Sirens Writing Retreat—a weekend filled with creativity, connection, and storytelling magic! In this short episode, we share some of our favorite moments from Story Sirens inaugural retreat and discuss some of the things we are looking forward to at our next one! 🌿 Whether you're drafting a novel, revising a memoir, or just craving time with fellow storytellers, the Story Sirens Studio writing retreats are designed to fill your creative cup ...
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4 months ago
32 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Begin Your Book With Braggadocio
Word of the week: Braggadocio In this episode of The Scripturient Society, Ash and Karissa dive into a listener-requested topic: how to transform your floating ideas into a full-fledged manuscript. From characters and settings to those elusive concepts that won't leave your mind, the hosts share their secrets for weaving it all into a solid, workable premise. Plus, they dish out practical tips to overcome procrastination and spark the motivation to finally start writing that book you've been...
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9 months ago
1 hour 39 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Don't Kill the Faith, Kill the Disbelief
Word of the week: Zemblanity In this episode of The Scripturient Society, the hosts dive into the unbelievable world of suspension of disbelief and why it’s absolutely crucial for writers--particularly when writing science fiction or fantasy. Whether it's magic, aliens, time travel, or anything else outside the norm, Ash and Karissa discuss how to craft that sweet, sweet immersion to pull your audience in and keep them engaged, no matter how outlandish your story becomes. Join Ash and...
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10 months ago
1 hour 41 minutes

The Scripturient Society
4th Annual Story Sirens Studio Christmas Party
It's that time of year again! Are you ready to throw out the time codes and embrace the nonsense? Welcome to Episode 117 of The Scripturient Society, also known as Season 5 Episode 16 of That Pretentious Book Club, also known as the 4th Annual Story Sirens Studio Christmas Party! Join the hosts for a series of bookish games, deranged laughter, and friendship as all four hosts come together for the first time ever for this holiday extravaganza. This year you can look forward to (or possibly ...
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10 months ago
1 hour 43 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Well Isn't This Convenient
Word of the week: Anathema This week the hosts of The Scripturient Society writers group and podcast discuss "plot conveniences", including their personal favorite/least favorite conveniences, as well as how and when to use them. Not sure what the hosts are referring to as a "plot convenience"? If you have seen a character develop a sudden infinity for the exact super power they need to move the plot along, or a character finds just enough of a letter to send them in the right direction, you...
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1 year ago
1 hour 52 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Love at First Sight VS Labor of Love
Word of the week: Suspiration This week the hosts of The Scripturient Society writers group and podcast discuss the value of working on the books that come to you easily versus the books that are a labor of love. Is one better than the other? And how do we keep the writing spark alive? Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss the different types of books divided by mental/emotional effort. Skippers jump to 37:50 Support the show Don't forget to visit our writing group on Facebook to tell...
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1 year ago
1 hour 14 minutes

The Scripturient Society
The Power of an Unlikeable Protagonist
Word of the week: Hirsute In line with the theme of this week's episode, the hosts discuss perhaps the most unlikeable word of the week yet, before diving in to the process for crafting an unlikeable protagonist. From when to utilize an unlikeable protagonist to tips for walking that fine line between an unlikeable protagonist that readers will root for versus an unlikeable protagonist readers cease to care about, there is plenty to say on this interesting and complex topic. Join Ash ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 33 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Plot, Paper, Scissors
Word of the week: Aglifft In this episode the hosts discuss how to identify elements of a story that need to be cut or replaced to take your story to the next level. Learning how to recognize elements of a story that only serve a purpose once or twice as a plot device is important to developing a watertight story that doesn't leave readers shaking their heads. Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss the uses, dangers, and fixes for plot devices that just don't quite fit into the larger s...
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1 year ago
1 hour 40 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Hiatus - Spring 2024
Hey there, writers! Karissa popping in for this brief announcement to let everyone know that we will be taking a brief hiatus for the rest of May 2024, but we will be back in June with your regularly scheduled writing rambles. Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety Support the show Don't forget to visit our writing group on Facebook to tell us about what you've been working on! Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety Support the pod and work out your writing muscles with ...
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1 year ago
2 minutes

The Scripturient Society
A Novella Concept
Word of the week: Littoral In this episode the hosts discuss novellas! From what separates a novella from other forms of short fiction to stylistic expectations and the strategy they require, for such small books there's certainly a lot to talk about. For instance, how many characters can be included in a novella before the quality of the character development starts to suffer? Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss writing, editing, and publishing possibilities for novellas. Don't for...
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1 year ago
1 hour 21 minutes

The Scripturient Society
A Romance on the Side (Characters)
Word of the week: Axiomatic In this episode the hosts discuss what to keep in mind when crafting romantic and other relationships for your side or supporting characters. Did you know that a supporting character's choice in relationship can say something about them -- and may even say something about the main character? Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss the value of including relationships for side characters in your writing! Don't forget to visit the Scripturient Society WRITING ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 8 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Riddle Me This
Word of the week: Limerence In this episode the hosts discuss the best ways to incorporate riddles, prophesies, letters, diary entries, and other asides into writing. From how frequently to include these in a single book to ways to separate these from the rest of the text, and even whether these should be included in query material, the hosts find plenty to discuss on this topic! Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss what to keep in mind when including asides in your writing! Don't fo...
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1 year ago
1 hour 11 minutes

The Scripturient Society
The Best Ways to Clackety Clack
Word of the week: Scurryfunge In this episode the hosts discuss all the ways to clackety clack (AKA type - including methods that don't involve clackety clacking at all)! From desktop and laptop keyboards with a shockingly fascinating origin story to old and new typewriters, collapsible keyboards, dictation tools, and more, there are many ways to get your story on paper. While some of these methods may be prime for those who write on-the-go, others may be easier for marathon writers to emplo...
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1 year ago
1 hour 12 minutes

The Scripturient Society
The Write Frame of Mind
Word of the week: Dormiveglia In this episode the hosts discuss frame stories! From classic and modern examples of this popular storytelling to technique to how frame stories can be used to keep readers on the edge of their seats, this technique is habitually underestimated. The benefits of a frame story are unique, substantial, and far-reaching, offering intrigue for readers and extra flexibility for authors. Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss frame stories! Don't forget to visit ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Parental Supervision (Not) Required?
Word of the week: Crepuscular In this episode the hosts discuss the unalived/missing parent trope, as well as when and how to use it, and some unique alternatives to keep stories feeling fresh and down to earth. It's no secret that superhero stories and young adult fiction love this trope, but is it always the best choice? Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss new ways to use this trope! Don't forget to visit the Scripturient Society WRITING GROUP on Discord to talk about what you've ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 8 minutes

The Scripturient Society
The Fast and the Spurious: Living One Writing Contest at a Time
Word of the week: Spurious In this episode the hosts discuss writing contests (or writing competitions, depending on which synonym you prefer). From the different types of contests and whether submitting something is worth it, to the red flags that may indicate a poorly conducted contest or even a scam, if you have ever considered entering a writing contest for short stories, poetry, or any other form of fiction, this episode is for you. Join Ash and Karissa for this very non-spuriou...
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1 year ago
1 hour 25 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Willie Shakes and the Chamber of Tropes
Word of the week: Persiflage In this episode the hosts discuss the many tropes in modern fiction and young adult fiction in particular that were inspired by tropes made famous by none other than the bard himself -- William Shakespeare. From entertaining mishap with identical twins to being in love with love, there is plenty to inspire comedies and tragedies in all kinds of genres. Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss Shakespearean tropes in modern writing! Don't forget to visit the NEW Sc...
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1 year ago
1 hour 40 minutes

The Scripturient Society
New Year New Writer
Word of the week: Saturnine In this first episode back following the holiday hiatus and Ash's maternity leave, the hosts discuss staying on task for the new year! From tips for staying focused to setting reasonable goals and staying motivated, the hosts have plenty say on this topic as they look forward to a new year of writing and everything that comes with it. Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss staying on task and writing plans for 2024! Don't forget to visit the NEW Scripturient Socie...
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1 year ago
1 hour 40 minutes

The Scripturient Society
3rd Annual Story Sirens Studio Christmas Party
Welcome to Episode 103 of The Scripturient Society and Season 5 Episode 9 of That Pretentious Book Club! Join sister podcasts and Story Sirens Studio productions The Scripturient Society and That Pretentious Book Club in this third annual Christmas party for readers, writers, and nerds, and lovers of babies! This year the hosts witness a return of the bookish madlibs and a wholesome yet theologically confusing Christmas chain story. Join the story sirens as they celebrate the season in...
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1 year ago
2 hours 15 minutes

The Scripturient Society
Is This Book Aesthetic Core?
Word of the week: Velleity In this special episode the hosts are joined by host of sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club Kendall "Spoons" Shaw to discuss some of the best and most powerful aesthetics and themed "cores" that have become so popular. This is also the society's last pre-recorded episode, marking the return of Ash from her maternity leave in the next episode! Join Ash, Karissa, and Kendall as they discuss some of the most delightful aesthetics in literature! Don't forget t...
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1 year ago
1 hour 48 minutes

The Scripturient Society
✨ Come behind the scenes of our Spring 2025 Story Sirens Writing Retreat—a weekend filled with creativity, connection, and storytelling magic! In this short episode, we share some of our favorite moments from Story Sirens inaugural retreat and discuss some of the things we are looking forward to at our next one! 🌿 Whether you're drafting a novel, revising a memoir, or just craving time with fellow storytellers, the Story Sirens Studio writing retreats are designed to fill your creative cup ...