Step 5 - Task

Task
You are a screenwriter and you have been invited to write the short blurb for your new murder mystery TV series. Work with a partner.

Read about some tips for blurb writing here http://marilynnbyerly.com .

Write down your ideas for the mystery. Complete the table.
You don’t have to write the whole mystery, but it’s a good idea to have lots of details.
Then you can choose the most important ones to write your blurb.

When does it happen (now / 1900s etc.)

 

Main characters 1.
2.
3.
Minor characters 1.
2.
3.
Where does the mystery take place  
Who is murdered  
How (weapon)  
Investigating detective  
Suspects
 
Names Possible motives
1.  
2.  


With your partner, decide which information you will include.