The Swoon Society: Epic Fantasy & Romance Reads Club
Each week, we’ll dive into bestselling series like A Court of Thorns and Roses and Fourth Wing, engaging in lively discussions about themes, character development, and the art of storytelling.
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekProjects
includedCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
Swoon Society Start Date: Sunday, November 12, 2023 Meeting Time: Every Sunday, 10:300 - 11:30 am MST Book Order: A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by Sarah J. Maas: A Court of Thorns and Roses A Court of Mist and Fury A Court of Wings and Ruin A Court of Frost and Starlight A Court of Silver Flames Fourth Wing series by Rebecca Yarros: Fourth Wing Iron Flame Full 52-Week Outline Weeks 1-18: A Court of Thorns and Roses Series Week Date Book / Chapter Focus Activity / Discussion Supplies 1 Nov 11, 2023 ACOTAR - Chapters 1-10 Intro to Feyre’s world. Discuss her survival skills. Journals, pens 2 Nov 18, 2023 ACOTAR - Chapters 11-20 Explore the Spring Court and character relationships. Character analysis worksheets, markers 3 Nov 25, 2023 ACOTAR - Chapters 21-30 Feyre’s choices and sacrifices. Create themed character art. Decorative paper, colored pencils 4 Dec 2, 2023 ACOTAR - Chapters 31-End Themes of freedom and love. Craft Court bookmarks. Blank bookmarks, tassels, markers 5 Dec 9, 2023 ACOMAF - Chapters 1-10 Discuss healing and independence. Feyre’s journey in the Night Court. Dark-colored journals, pens 6 Dec 16, 2023 ACOMAF - Chapters 11-20 Explore friendship and trust. Create “Night Court” star maps. Black paper, white gel pens 7 Dec 23, 2023 ACOMAF - Chapters 21-30 High Lord’s powers and magical abilities. Discuss personal strengths. Craft paper, markers 8 Dec 30, 2023 ACOMAF - Chapters 31-40 Love, loyalty, and sacrifice. Design Feyre’s tattoo with symbolism. Skin-safe markers or temporary tattoo paper 9 Jan 6, 2024 ACOMAF - Chapters 41-End Reflection on Feyre’s transformation. Journals, decorative stickers 10 Jan 13, 2024 ACOWAR - Chapters 1-10 War, alliances, and hope. Make a Court alliances map. Large paper, markers, colored pencils 11 Jan 20, 2024 ACOWAR - Chapters 11-20 Explore characters’ complex motives. Discussion sheets, pens 12 Jan 27, 2024 ACOWAR - Chapters 21-30 Discuss love, sacrifice, and family. Journals 13 Feb 3, 2024 ACOWAR - Chapters 31-End Battle strategies and endings. Design “battle scene” art. Drawing paper, colored pencils 14 Feb 10, 2024 ACOFAS - Chapters 1-5 Holiday themes and character relaxation. Festive decorations, hot cocoa 15 Feb 17, 2024 ACOFAS - Chapters 6-End Family bonds and new beginnings. Craft a “Winter Solstice” scene. Craft paper, winter-themed stickers 16 Feb 24, 2024 ACOSF - Chapters 1-10 Nesta’s journey and healing. Discuss resilience. Journals, calming decorations 17 Mar 2, 2024 ACOSF - Chapters 11-20 Love, strength, and vulnerability. Reflective worksheets, pens 18 Mar 9, 2024 ACOSF - Chapters 21-End Closure and family. Final reflections on ACOTAR series. Journals, pens Weeks 19-26: Fourth Wing Series Week Date Book / Chapter Focus Activity / Discussion Supplies 19 Mar 16, 2024 Fourth Wing - Chapters 1-10 Introduction to the academy. Design personal rider crests. Craft paper, markers, dragon decals 20 Mar 23, 2024 Fourth Wing - Chapters 11-20 Dragon bond dynamics. Create bond reflections in journals. Journals, pens 21 Mar 30, 2024 Fourth Wing - Chapters 21-30 Courage, power, and loyalty. Discussion on character growth. Discussion sheets, pens 22 Apr 6, 2024 Fourth Wing - Chapters 31-40 Battles, friendship, and resilience. Make dragon eggs for keepsake. Craft supplies, paint, small egg models 23 Apr 13, 2024 Fourth Wing - Chapters 41-End Reflection on plot twists and endings. Journals, pens 24 Apr 20, 2024 Iron Flame - Chapters 1-10 Start of Iron Flame. Discuss evolving character dynamics. Journals, pens 25 Apr 27, 2024 Iron Flame - Chapters 11-20 Power shifts and training challenges. Craft a dragon-themed bookmark. Blank bookmarks, dragon stickers 26 May 4, 2024 Iron Flame - Chapters 21-End Final reflections on the series. Group discussion on favorite moments. Tea, cozy decorations Supplies Overview by Series For ACOTAR Series: Journals, pens, and character analysis worksheets Craft paper, markers, skin-safe markers, decorative stickers Themed decorations (Winter Solstice theme, flowers, court-specific designs) For Fourth Wing Series: Dragon-themed stickers and decals Blank bookmarks, metallic pens, decorative dragon eggs Small tea candles, cozy decorations for ambiance on final reflection day Since this is an 18+ adult class, I run class with me being more of a facilitator and club member, allowing the class to flow organically. The goal of the class is to forge friendships around a central enjoyment of literature. Learners will have access to speak with me during the entirety of the club time.
Learning Goals
Themes of love, loss, and identity throughout the novels.
Identifying healthy relationships versus unhealthy relationships.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Note: This club is intended for participants 18 and older due to the mature themes in some selections of the novels read.
Supply List
Books listed above and take a look at the supplies list in the schedule.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 18-18
2-18 learners per class