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| Hey All! A little about me: I've always enjoyed writing and always enjoyed watching/reading crime related things; podcasts, docs, stories etc. And so, I'm currently my first ever attempt at writing my own Crime Story at the age of 29! My day job is medical, and I have always had an interest in neuropsychology. And so, what gives my writing a bit of difference and intrigue (hopefully), is that I am combining my two interests and writing a story that will be seen through the eyes of someone with a mental disorder; DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder). If I can give you a brief synopsis; The story is seen through the eyes of Melanie, a 32 year old psychology graduate who was recently diagnosed with DID. She agrees to be the subject of research in return of free Psychotherapy Sessions with a renowned Psychologist, Dr. MacHenny. However their first session is cut short when Dr. MacHenny is shot. Melanie is the prime suspect. Only two people know who the true killer is; the Killer and Sarah, one of Melanie's traumatised Alters, but Sarah is unreachable and taken herself into lockdown. Melanie goes on a mission to find who the true killer is, prove her own and her alters innocence, all while learning about her own disorder. - - - What's your guys opinion on this? In the future, I would love to make it a series in which Melanie aids police investigation with crimes in the future with her qualification and disorder. Also any Book Name suggestions would be amazing. That's always the part I struggle with. |
| Congratulations on joining WDC and also on becoming a writer. Twenty-nine is a good age - still young yet with a bit of life experience to lean on, that should allow more depth to your stories. Your story idea looks like a good one. The Melanie character is going to be complex, and so are her alts, so you'll need to define them well. Both Melanie and her alts are in danger from the protagonist, which begs the question why she wasn't attacked when her therapist was killed? That leads to the next question, is the killer the real protagonist, or just another victim defending themself? Good luck! |
| I admit I'm a bit torn. I like that this is going to be from a woman's point of view. However, I'm worried this could end up like Split or other stories with DID characters having substantial roles to play. Do you know how many alters there will be? I think insight on that may help me get a better grasp of where this story could end up going. Tiled Name   ![Merit Badge in Visit WdC 7
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The story's premise sounds very interesting. Don't worry about titling the book yet. Just flesh out the story first and work out the details. I can't wait 'till you have written your first draft. Keep us updated!  |
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