The Scripturient Society

By Ash & Karissa

A comedy podcast by and for writers - especially those who love the epic, the quirky, and the intellectual.... more

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How many episodes does The Scripturient Society have?

The podcast currently has 173 episodes available.

The Scripturient Society episodes:

November 07, 2022 Katherine's Corner: Everless
Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down YA fantasy Everlelss by Sara Holland. This story involves high-stakes drama, a fascinating magic system, and unique world-building that is easily worth a second look. Join Karissa as she analyzes Everless, 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
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!
...more
26min
November 04, 2022 You Can Count on Me (and Word Count)
Word of the week: Noctiphany

In this week's episode the hosts discuss all things word count, from average genre word counts to strategies for increasing or decreasing your word count without compromising your artistic integrity. Join Ash and Karissa as they dive into word count and the endless debate over how much it does or doesn't matter as a hobbyist or career writer, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

Skippers jump to 37:00

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Visit the pod online at storysirensstudio.com

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!
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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!
...more
1h 39min
October 31, 2022 Katherine's Corner: Anna Dressed in Blood
Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down YA paranormal fantasy Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake. This book offers a unique take on the genre, with ghost hunts, horrific backstories, and a tangle of curses that make for a plot that combines intrigue, substance, and terror. Join Karissa as she analyzes Anna Dressed in Blood, 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
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!
...more
24min
October 28, 2022 The Time Has Come for Time Travel
Word of the week: Horripilation

In this week's episode the hosts discuss all things time travel when it comes to writing. Whether you're incorporating time travel into your fantasy WIP, sci-fi, or a combination, the hosts discuss what to keep in mind when writing with a trope as complicated as time travel - a feat which can confuse the best of authors. Join Ash and Karissa as they dive into what it takes to pull off a convincing time travel and/or time loop trope, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

Skippers jump to 24:42

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Visit the pod online at storysirensstudio.com

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!
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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!
...more
1h 41min
October 24, 2022 Katherine's Corner: The Dark Elite (series)
Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down The Dark Elite YA fantasy series by Chloe Neill. This series includes the beloved magical boarding school trope and all manner of fun YA favorite plot devices. While not perfect, there is still plenty to learn and enjoy in this book. Join Karissa as she analyzes The Dark Elite, 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
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!
...more
26min
October 21, 2022 Writing With Style
Word of the week: Chelonian

In this week's episode the hosts discuss the differences between a writer's style and voice, as well as discussing how to recognize the line between a stylistic choice and a true error or mistake in writing. Join Ash and Karissa as they dive into an analysis of writing style and voice, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

Skippers jump to 24:37

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Visit the pod online at storysirensstudio.com

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!
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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!
...more
1h 37min
October 17, 2022 Katherine's Corner: Don't Call the Wolf
Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down Don't Call the Wolf by Aleksandra Ross. In this dark YA fantasy, dragons reign and monsters take many forms. When the queen of the forest begins losing her battle against the monster, she must partner with an unlikely ally to keep her citizens safe. Join Karissa as she analyzes Don't Call the Wolf, 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
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!
...more
32min
October 14, 2022 The Unofficial Nanowrimo Survival Guide
Word of the week: Neophite

In this week's episode the hosts discuss Nanowrimo - from common pitfalls and tips for success to funny anecdotes of their own naniwrimo experience, this is the unofficial manual to surviving this nanowrimo season! Join Ash and Karissa as they dive into nanowrimo prep and execution, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

Skippers jump to 18:33

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Visit the pod online at storysirensstudio.com

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

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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!
...more
1h 30min
October 10, 2022 Katherine's Corner: Magic Study
Hey there, writers!

In this minisode, Karissa/Katherine breaks down Magic Study by Maria V. Snyder. In this second installment of the YA fantasy series Poison Study, Yelena faces new enemies, threats, and allies - and if she doesn't master her magic ability in a year, her life is forfeit. Join Karissa as she analyzes Magic Study, 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
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!
...more
32min
October 07, 2022 I Hate How Much I Love You
Word of the week: Colygraphia

In this week's episode the hosts discuss the infamous "enemies to lovers" trope, from all of the best things about it to the common pitfalls that can make a story with otherwise great potential fall flat. From great examples to ideal burn speeds, relationship theories, and more, the hosts have plenty to say in this episode on what might be Ash's favorite trope to stumble upon. Join Ash and Karissa as they dive into the enemies-to-lovers trope, offering their thoughts, feelings, and general advice on the subject.

Skippers jump to 14:57

Find us on social media @thescripturientsociety

Visit the pod online at storysirensstudio.com

Check out our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club for some refreshing book club comedy!
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 this book of fantasy writing prompts from Story Sirens Studio.

Looking for a laugh? Visit our sister podcast That Pretentious Book Club!
...more
1h 40min

FAQs about The Scripturient Society:

How many episodes does The Scripturient Society have?

The podcast currently has 173 episodes available.