Episodes 47
Avg. Duration 43m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (2)
Since Jun 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Hosted by writer Rachel Clair and intuitive writing coach Neno Littlewood, StoryStruck is a space for candid conversations about being a writer. We dive into the magical bits, the messy parts, and the moments that make you question your sanity while emotionally spiraling over fictional characters at 2 a.m. We talk about storytelling, creativity, publishing, artistic identity, and the emotional reality of being a writer. Some episodes are thoughtful. Some are chaotic. And our search histories and voice notes definitely have us on a watch list somewhere. At its heart, StoryStruck is about connection, the stories that shape us, and the characters who refuse to leave our heads. No gatekeeping. No pretending we have everything figured out. Just real chats between two writers who genuinely love stories and the people who tell them. Oh, and there will absolutely be cat cameos. New episodes weekly.

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S2E21 S2 Episode 21: Romance, Spice, and Everything Nice (Or Naughty)

Jun 10, 2026 51m Transcript

A casual conversation about romance, spice levels, yearning, fictional crushes, and how two writers somehow ended up talking about this for hours over voice memos.In this episode, we dive into…

S2E20 S2 Episode 20: AI Creativity Trap in Writing

Jun 04, 2026 38m Transcript

AI is everywhere right now, and writers seem to be stuck somewhere between excitement, curiosity, and existential dread.In this episode, we're sharing our personal experiences with AI, how we've…

S2E19 S2 Episode 19: Why We Love Writing Twisted Little Stories

May 27, 2026 46m Transcript

Why are we so drawn to dark stories anyway?In this episode, Rachel and Neno wander into the shadowy woods of storytelling to talk about writing dark scenes, dark moments, morally gray characters,…

S2E18 S2 Episode 18: The Emotional Outline Changed Our Process

May 20, 2026 48m Transcript

Ever stare at your plot and think, technically things are happening... but it's missing something?In this episode, Rachel and Nino dive into emotional outlines and why starting with your character’s…

S2E17 S2 Episode 17 - Seven Ways to Reveal Character on the Page

May 13, 2026 49m Transcript

What actually makes a character feel real? In this episode, Rachel and Nino break down 7 different ways to bring characters alive on the page for readers. Great character writing isn’t about avoiding…

S2E16 S2 Episode 16: The Mindset You Need to Finish Your Book with Mike Alcantara

May 06, 2026 42m Transcript

Whether you’re just starting or stuck somewhere in the process, this is the kind of conversation that makes writing a book feel possible again.In this episode, Rachel and Nino sit down with author…

S2E15 S2 Episode 15: Backstory Essentials - Crafting Compelling Characters

Apr 29, 2026 46m Transcript

In this episode, we break down how backstory actually works. You don’t need a 50-page character biography. What you do need is to understand the moments that shaped your character into who they are…

S2E14 S2 Episode 14: Navigating the Stars: How Your Birth Chart Influences Your Writing

Apr 22, 2026 56m Transcript

In this episode, Nino walks through how specific birth chart placements can influence your writing process—where you naturally thrive, where you get stuck, and why certain habits (hello, “just one…

S2E13 S2 Episode 13: Unlocking the Flow State - The Power of Intuitive Writing

Apr 15, 2026 36m Transcript

What if your best ideas aren’t something you force… but something you allow?In this episode, we dive into intuitive writing is, how it works, and why it might be the missing piece in your writing…

S2E12 S2 Episode 12: The Right Way to Get Feedback from Groups and Beta Readers

Apr 08, 2026 44m Transcript

Let’s talk about feedback… because not all feedback is helpful.In this episode, Rachel and Nino break down how to get the right kind of feedback at the right stage of your writing process. From…

S2E11 S2 Episode 11: Astrology for Writers - Using Zodiac Signs for Character Development

Apr 01, 2026 55m Transcript

Anytime Rachel asks Nino a question and gets an answer involving moon phases or astrology, the advice is weirdly, scarily accurate. So naturally, we decided to do a whole episode on it.Nino…

S2E10 S2 Episode 10: Don't Get Scammed - Red Flags Every Author Needs to Know

Mar 25, 2026 43m

$500 to be in an anthology. A publisher asking for money upfront. A book club who wants a fee. Sound fishy? That's because it is.In this episode, Rachel and Nino break down the scammy, sleazy, and…

S2E9 S2 Episode 9: Behind the Mic - The Art of Audiobook Narration with bianca andrea irving

Mar 18, 2026 33m Transcript

Remember being read to as a kid? That cozy feeling of someone bringing a story to life with their voice? That magic didn't disappear; it just evolved into audiobooks.In this episode, we're sitting…

S2E8 S2 Episode 8: Story Spiral - Legends and Lattes

Mar 11, 2026 1h 33m Transcript

Welcome to the first ever Story Spiral where Rachel and Nino go down the rabbit hole on a book, dissecting the craft, characters, and everything in between.First up: Legends and Lattes by Travis…

S2E7 S2 Episode 7: Your Writing Style Has a Personality (Come Meet It)

Mar 04, 2026 55m Transcript

Ever wonder why some writers obsess 20+ page long outlines while others endlessly create ideas but don't finish them?In this episode, Rachel unveils her brand new writer personality quiz. Each one…

S2E6 S2 Episode 6: Editing Crash Course for Authors

Feb 25, 2026 56m Transcript

Finished your draft? Congrats! Now the real work begins.In this editing crash course, Rachel breaks down the different types of editing—manuscript evaluations, developmental edits, line edits, copy…

S2E5 S2 Episode 5: The Writer's Sketchbook - Permission to Write Badly & Love It

Feb 18, 2026 32m Transcript

Every musician warms up before practice, every athlete stretches before the game—so why are writers expected to just sit down and nail it on the first try?In this episode, we introduce the concept of…

S2E4 S2 Episode 4: Creating Hope Through Stories with Esther Lemmens

Feb 11, 2026 23m Transcript

What happens when a single conversation sparks an entire creative movement?In this episode, we’re joined by Esther Lemmens, graphic designer, podcast host, and the visionary behind the upcoming…

S3E3 S2 Episode 3: Plotting vs. Pantsing - Why You Probably Need a Little of Both

Feb 04, 2026 45m Transcript

Ever wondered if you're doing this whole writing thing "wrong" because you can't stick to an outline? Or maybe you're the opposite—drowning in world-building documents while your actual manuscript…

S2E2 S2 Episode 2: Mastering Author Branding: Insights from Maite Dalila

Jan 28, 2026 46m Transcript

If you've ever thought "I'll worry about marketing later" or "I just need a website" then this episode is for you. Trust us, you'll want to grab a notebook for this one.In this episode, we're sitting…

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