The Scripturient Society

Word of the week: Psithurism

In this week's episode the hosts discuss all things settings, from where to draw inspiration when developing your setting to using your story's setting to set tone, and even how to specifically write your setting into your book without giving in to a setting dump. Join Ash and Karissa as they take a look at best practices for creating and writing settings, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

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In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down City of Bones by Cassandra Clare. This urban fantasy blends the dangerously magical with the gritty setting of New York City when Clary Fray witnesses something terrifying and shortly after experiences her first meeting with the Shadowhunters. Karissa as she dives into City of Bones, offering a review of what does and doesn't work from a writer's perspective!

Keep writing, everyone, and we'll see you on the next page...

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Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for bookish comedy content!

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Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Word of the week: Hiraeth

In this week's episode the hosts discuss the most important elements of a character's backstory, as well as tips for crafting a realistic character complete with emotional wounds, wants, needs, fears, etc., as well as how to dispense a character's backstory in a way that avoids info dumping AND moves the plot forward. Join Ash and Karissa as they take a look at best practices for writing character backstories, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

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Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!

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Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down Lord of the Flies by William Golding. This well-known yet haunting classic is heavy with themes of human nature, morality, and more, all while presenting a story that will keep you holding your breath despite a plot that isn't all that busy in reality. Join Karissa as she dives into Lord of the Flies, offering a review of what does and doesn't work from a writer's perspective!

Keep writing, everyone, and we'll see you on the next page...

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for bookish comedy content!

Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/storysirensstudio or check out merch and more at storysirensstudio.com

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Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Word of the week: Tintinnabulation

In this week's episode the hosts discuss the difference between a based-on and inspired-by retelling, as well as how writers can craft a truly spectacular retelling and what to avoid when attempting to pull off one of the most difficult types of books to write. Join Ash and Karissa as they take a look at best practices for writing retellings, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

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Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!

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Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down Dividing Eden by Joelle Charbonneau. This YA fantasy takes an interesting look at family obligations, sibling relationships, and the threat of betrayal when it comes to seeking the crown.  Join Karissa as she dives into Dividing Eden, offering a review of what does and doesn't work from a writer's perspective!

Keep writing, everyone, and we'll see you on the next page...

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for bookish comedy content!

Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/storysirensstudio or check out merch and more at storysirensstudio.com

Support the show

Support the show

Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Word of the week: Opsimath

In this week's episode the hosts discuss why reading is such an important practice for writers, as well as how writers can learn to read critically to allow themselves and their stories to benefit as much as possible from the books we all love. Join Ash and Karissa as they take a look at why and how writers should read, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

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Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!

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Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down Soulless by Gail Carriger. This steampunk paranormal romance has plenty to offer to young adult,  new adult, and adult readers alike - although it is technically classified as an adult novel.  Join Karissa as she dives into Soulless, offering a review of what does and doesn't work from a writer's perspective!

Keep writing, everyone, and we'll see you on the next page...

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for bookish comedy content!

Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/storysirensstudio or check out merch and more at storysirensstudio.com

Support the show

Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Word of the week: Jeremiad

In this week's episode the hosts discuss the hallmarks of cheesy dialogue, as well as the best ways to avoid it. Whether you struggle with writing dialogue or identify as a dialogue virtuoso, the hosts have something to say about the dialogue best practices, and the worst practices to avoid. Join Ash and Karissa as they take a look at how to craft authentic, compelling dialogue in your writing, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

Skippers jump to 27:00

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!

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Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!

Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down Wandering Star by Romina Russell. This YA sci-fi weaves together classic elements of the genre with those of astrology, for a uniquely fantastical take on the space saga. Join Karissa as she dives into Wandering Star, offering a review of what does and doesn't work from a writer's perspective!

Keep writing, everyone, and we'll see you on the next page...

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for bookish comedy content!

Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/storysirensstudio or check out merch and more at storysirensstudio.com

Support the show

Learn more about the society and explore Story Sirens Studio's writing retreats for women at https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!