Episode 1801 – Murder She Said: sex or murder?

May 20, 2026  

Season 18

What type of protagonist does your story feature? There are 4 types, each of them can be a constant character or a change character, and each one evokes a different emotion from your reader/viewer. And that’s exactly what I’m studying this season starting with the hero which could be a literal superhero, or it could be a little old lady. And Melanie is studying the story premise and how to articulate a story in one sentence (because it’s a skill EVERY writer needs!). There’s loads of great stuff coming up this season, starting with this episode all about Murder, She Said. Enjoy! -V.

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KEY TOPICS

  • The four types of protagonists: hero, everyman, underdog, antihero
  • What makes a hero or heroine in storytelling
  • The relationship between characters and readers/viewers
  • How to identify and develop your protagonist’s strengths
  • The importance of constant characters in crime stories
  • Story structure and character arcs
  • Using premise and loglines to shape your story
  • Practical methods for character development