For the Plot Podcast

Happy Halloween writers!! In today's episode, we sit down with all the tricks and tips on how to write a successful thriller. Perfect for today, the grand finale of spooky season. We hope you grab your favorite tea, and curl up to today's episode! BOOKS MENTIONED: Immortality: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith  The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin  Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn Tell No One by Harlan Coben In the Woods by Tana French And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald  Mystic River by Dennis Lehane FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

Hi!! Katie and Kacie here. We're so glad you found our podcast! We hope this episode finds you well, we're buried in books and assignments at the moment--trying to become Hermione Granger herself. From embracing intelligence, ambition, and the power of friendship, Hermione Granger is the perfect "it girl" to emulate this fall. BOOKS MENTIONED: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins Lolita by Valdimir Nabokov The Book of Laughter and Forgetting by Milan Kundera Caught Up by Liz Tomford Hopeless by Elsie Silver FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

Hello! Welcome to Chapter Fifteen: Q&A with Lover Boy (aka Ian Sink) pt 2!! In today’s episode Katie and Kacie interview Kacie’s boyfriend with listener’s questions. Like why does my boyfriend flirt with other girls? How often do boys really think about sex? What are some long distance relationship tips?? We hope you enjoy today’s episode. Thank you so much for listening <3 Special thanks to Ian for being a good sport and coming on the pod xx  xoxo,  Kacie et Katie  BOOKS MENTIONED:  The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins  Cyberpunk 2077: No Coincidence by Rafal Kosik  Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov  Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick Ian doesn't have any socials ;) For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

Welcome to 'Chapter Fourteen: Igniting Your Imagination' with hosts Katie and Kacie! 🎨✍️ Dive into the world of creativity and unleash your artistic potential. In each episode, we explore the incredible power of creativity to fuel the passions of writers and artists alike. Join us as we uncover inspiring stories, insightful tips, and captivating conversations with talented creators. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or an aspiring artist, this podcast is your go-to source for inspiration, motivation, and practical advice. We believe that creativity knows no bounds, and we're here to help you harness its magic. Tune in to 'Creative Sparks' and let your creativity soar to new heights. Subscribe now and let the journey to artistic excellence begin! Books Mentioned:  The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes Eleven Minutes by Paulo Coleho  Lolita by Valdimir Nabokov  The Crying of Lot 49 by Thomas Pynchon  The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini  Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa HAPPY BANNED BOOK WEEK: October 1st-7th ⁠https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/93221-new-simon-schuster-program-books-belong-takes-aim-at-book-bans.html⁠ Book to help with creativity: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron ! Noelle Sucks: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2kj9J1mkap7VGmtgqJi5yB?si=W2NsWoP9SzCm5M8wDjAwBQ  Creative Exercises and Prompts:  Exercise 1: "Word Association" (5 minutes) Start with a random word, such as "butterfly" or "moon." Set a timer for 5 minutes and write down every word or phrase that comes to mind when you think about the initial word. Don't censor or judge your ideas. Let your thoughts flow freely. This exercise can help you uncover unexpected connections and generate new ideas for your writing. Exercise 2: "Character Swap" (10 minutes) Think of a character from a book, movie, or TV show that you admire. Imagine what would happen if this character were suddenly transported into a completely different genre or time period. Write a short scene or story exploring how the character would adapt to their new surroundings. This exercise encourages you to think creatively about character development and storytelling. Exercise 3: "First Line, Last Line" (15 minutes) Start by writing the first line of a story. It can be anything that comes to mind. Then, write the last line of the same story without worrying about how you'll get there. Fill in the middle of the story to connect the first and last lines. This exercise challenges you to create a cohesive narrative while embracing spontaneity. Prompt 1: "Write a Letter" Imagine you're writing a heartfelt letter to your future self, offering advice, encouragement, or reflections on your current life. What would you say? Prompt 2: "The Mysterious Object" Describe a mysterious object you find on a deserted beach. What is it, and how did it get there? Explore the story behind this object. Prompt 3: "In Someone Else's Shoes" Write a short story from the perspective of someone who is very different from you in terms of age, gender, background, or occupation. Try to capture their unique voice and experiences. Prompt 4: "A Day Without Technology" Imagine a world where all technology suddenly stops working for a day. How do people react? Write a story or journal entry about this day. Prompt 5: "The Time Machine" You discover a time machine that can take you to any point in history. Write about your journey to a specific time and place, describing what you see and experience. FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast⁠ FOLLOW KATIE: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/⁠ ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp⁠ FOLLOW KACIE: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/⁠ ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick⁠ For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this week's lifestyle episode, Kacie and Katie break down their fool proof way to be confident. And how to never ever be embarrassed again (like ever). As they break down their mantra and way of life that is the saying "Embarrassment is a disease, get well soon!!" xx Books mentioned: Circe by Madeline Miller Verity by Colleen Hoover   Eleven Minutes by Paulo Coleho Banned Book Week: October 1-7th | Support Simon & Schuster and their program to combat banned books: https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/93221-new-simon-schuster-program-books-belong-takes-aim-at-book-bans.html FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this week's reading episode, FTP brings on Kacie's high school friend, Mary Beth! Mary Beth and Katie are PROS when it comes to saucy reads. So, curl up with a glass of wine and be ready to run to Barnes & Noble after this episode ;) Books are listed below (more *** means more spice)!! Happy reading xx Special thanks to Mary Beth for joining us on this fun episode!! Books Mentioned: Circe by Madeline Miller  Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston A Touch of Darkness by Scarlett St. Clair **Off Campus Series by Elle Kennedy **Twisted Series by Ana Huang *Windy City Series by Measha Stone **The Right Move by Liz Tomforde (Fake dating trope) *Heartless by Marissa Meyer (Grumpy sunshine, forced proximity) *King of Wrath by Ana Huang **A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas The National Book Foundation: https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/awards-and-prizes/article/93166-2023-national-book-award-longlists-announced.html FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW MARY BETH: https://www.instagram.com/marybethkemp/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/80257969-mary-beth-kemp FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this lifestyle episode, Katie and Kacie tell all their tips and tricks on how they backpacked Europe for CHEAP! Since traveling is both of their favorite past time, but they're two broke girls, well, they get creative. Enjoy xxx BOOKS MENTIONED: The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordian   Diary of an Oxygen Thief by Anonymous The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this writing episode of FTP, Katie and Kacie sit down with the top 5 things that are the most shocking when it comes to the publishing industry. Wondering how to get your book published? Who the Big 5 are? Then look no further! This episode was made for you xxx BOOKS MENTIONED: One of Us is Back by Karen McManus Normal People by Sally Rooney  Diary of an Oxygen Thief by Anonymous FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this lifestyle episode of FTP, Katie and Kacie sit down and talk in length about their post grad lives. All the feels are shared in this episode, as the two had to say "see you soon" the other week. Navigate the unknown post college with them as they explain how change maybe scary, but so is staying the same. xx BOOKS MENTIONED: Normal People by Sally Rooney  Einstein’s Dreams by Alan Lightman The Butcher and the Wren by Alana Urquhart Chestnut Springs Series by Elsie Silver BOOK NEWS: use BOOKSHOP.ORG https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/trade-shows-events/article/93069-fall-regionals-2023-bookshop-org-expands-its-reach.html FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard. </aside>

In this reading episode of FTP, Katie and Kacie sit down in Kacie's childhood home in Dallas, TX. They catch you up about their recent travels, and what they truly think about The Summer I Turned Pretty. Then, they share 5 things of how they're going to "level up" as summer draws to a close. BOOKS MENTIONED: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han Thinks... by David Lodge The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Einstein's Dreams by Alan Lightman Secretly Yours by Tessa bailey Grayson’s Vow by Mia Sheridan Her Tuscan Summer by Vanessa Carnevale Flawless by Elsie Silver FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this week's lifestyle episode, FTP welcomes Lover Boy (aka Ian Sink) onto the pod! Followers of @ftpxpodcast sent in their juiciest relationship questions to get the male perspective from Kacie's boyfriend, Ian. This episode was a lot of fun to make so we hope you enjoy :) Special thanks to Ian Sink for coming onto the podcast!! BOOKS MENTIONED: Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple Rome as a Guide to the Good Life by Scott Samuelson The Somme by Peter Hart Thinks... by David Lodge FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this week's reading episode of FTP, Kacie and Katie sit down with their list of books that changed their lives and got them into reading. From The Hunger Games to Harry Potter, Katie and Kacie claim everyone has had a wattled phase.. right?? BOOKS MENTIONED: Secretly Yours by Tessa Bailey Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl Some of Us Are Very Hungry Now by Andre Perry Magic Tree House by Mary Pope Osborne The Gentlemen Outlaw and Me by Mary Downing Hahn The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins After by Anna Todd Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling The Great Gatsby by F. Scot Fitzgerald The Odyssey by Homer The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger Paradise Lost by John Milton Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Forever, Interrupted by Taylor Jenkins Reid Normal People by Sally Rooney The Second Sex by Simone de Beauvoir The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard. </aside>

In this week's lifestyle episode of FTP, Katie and Kacie sit down with a bottle of wine and the game, We're Not Really Strangers. Get to know Katie and Kacie on a deeper level than ever before... thanks to the wine or maybe it was the shot? Listen to the advice you didn't know you needed about being scared and lost at 22 <3 Listen to Katie and Kacie's first ep to hear about their first time meeting in DEPTH: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kLMJPporkefdsZewJrhfc BOOKS MENTIONED: Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo Secretly Yours by Tessa Bailey Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frank SONGS MENTIONED: You're Gonna Go Far by Noah Kahan August by Taylor Swift All Shades of Blue by Gregory Alan Isakov Nothing New by Taylor Swift (ft. Phoebe Bridgers) FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT:  https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE:  https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this episode of FTP, Katie and Kacie bring their first ever guest onto the pod. Drumroll please for... Caitlin Cannon! A poet, psychologist (in the making), and complete powerhouse in the writing world. Katie asks both Kacie and Caitlin about their writing "processes," and what exactly goes into a writing "process." And why "process" is even in quotes? hehe xxx BOOKS MENTIONED: Edinburgh by Alexander Chee Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare Great Gatsby by F. Scot Fitzgerald The Jungle by Upton Sinclair The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien Reproduction A Novel by Louisa Hall Eileen Myles - Classic Poetry WRITING CRAFT BOOKS: A Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT:  https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW CAITLIN - GUEST https://www.instagram.com/caitlin.cannon13/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/159501210-cait-cannon FOLLOW KATIE:  https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

You asked for it, so here you GO!! In this episode, Katie and Kacie sit down to spill everything from their life changing trip to New York City last fall. From free drinks to billionaires--this episode is a must listen. Katie and Kacie teach you how to play their favorite game called "if you act as if you're living your best life, then you're already living it!" This episode is a staple for everyone wanting to romanticize their lives and live like they're in New York... even when they're not in New York. BOOKS MENTIONED: Edinburgh by Alexander Chee Minx by Sophie Lark Out Stealing Horses by Per Petterson The Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare Love Letters of Great Men (Vol. 1 and 2) by John C. Kirkland KATIE & KACIE'S NYC RECS: Cafe Cluny Liberty Bagel The Mercer Kitchen Dudley's Blue Ribbon Sushi Chez Josephine (*the best) Bar Pisellino Mezzrow Smalls FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT:  https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE:  https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this episode, Katie and Kacie sit down with their INs and OUTs for summer 2023, telling you how to be the cool hot girl that you read about. From gaining the confidence to finally do what you want, to letting go of caring what others think--this is the ULTIMATE summer list. And discover who is the Taurus and Sagittarius of Kacie and Katie's dynamic. xxx BOOKS MENTIONED: Call It What You Want by Britt McKenna (Katie's current read) Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare (Kacie's current read) Paper Towns by John Green Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling BOOKS FOR YOUR HOT GIRL SUMMER: People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry Beach Read by Emily Henry Book Lovers by Emily Henry Happy Place by Emily Henry Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory by Raphael Bob-Waksberg Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte Emma by Jane Austin FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast FOLLOW KATIE: https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/57473074-katie-comp FOLLOW KACIE: https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/99318145-kacie-frederick For the Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

In this episode, Katie and Kacie dive into how they met, their favorite current reads, and their bonding experience of cutting their bangs together in Scotland. They discuss how they are truly besties even though they are polar opposites... and discuss what For the Plot Podcast is all about! FOLLOW FOR THE PLOT: https://www.instagram.com/ftpxpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ftpxpodcast ABOUT KATIE: Currently reading: Happy Place by Emily Henry Favorite books: Daisy Jones and The Six, A Little Life, & Normal People https://www.instagram.com/_katiecomp_/ ABOUT KACIE: Currently reading: Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare Favorite books: The Great Gatsby, The Things They Carried, By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept https://www.instagram.com/kaciexfrederick/ For The Plot is a Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Cover art by Ellie Chouinard.

Check out For the Plot Podcast by Katie Comp and Kacie Frederick! New "chapters" every Tuesday. xxx