The Scripturient Society

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

  1. 06/30/2025 · BONUS

    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 with exactly what you need. 📣 Applications for our Fall 2025 retreat are OPEN! Spots are limited and already going fast, so don’t wait—visit https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats to explore testimonials and pictures from previous retreats, learn about upcoming events, and apply! 💌 Questions? Drop them in the comments, reach out via our site, or email us at contact@storysirensstudio.com! 🖋️ Your story matters—and we want to help you tell it. 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!

    32 min

  2. 01/18/2025

    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 dreaming about. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will get you off the sidelines and into the writing game—no more waiting for the perfect moment to start! Join Ash and Karissa as they take the plunge into beginning your book with braggadocio! Skippers jump to 34:17 Don't forget to apply for the Story Sirens Studio Spring 2025 Writing Retreat! This year the spring retreat will be held from May 1-4 in Texas. Learn more here: https://storysirensstudio.com/retreats/spring2025 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!

    1h 39m

  3. 01/06/2025

    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 Karissa as they discuss suspension of disbelief! Skippers jump to 33:49 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!

    1h 42m

  4. 12/21/2024

    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 fear), a return of Lewis's custom madlibs and a shockingly dark Christmas chain story. Keep your teacups full, pinkies high, and we'll see you on the next pretentious page! Did we do that right? 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!

    1h 43m

  5. 10/28/2024

    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 know what we're talking about.   Join Ash and Karissa as they discuss plot conveniences! Skippers jump to 27:00 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!

    1h 53m

  6. 08/30/2024

    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 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!

    1h 14m

  7. 07/19/2024

    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 and Karissa as they discuss the science (or art) of writing an unlikeable protagonist. Skippers jump to 30:19 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!

    1h 33m

  8. 07/05/2024

    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 story. Skippers jump to 44:14 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!

    1h 40m
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About

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

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  • Creator
    Ash & Karissa
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    174
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Scripturient Society
  • Show Website
    The Scripturient Society