Core Narrative 3

TITLE: Susceptible

CORRESPONDING MACRO-STORY BEAT: Modern Witch Trials

SHORT STORY SYNOPSIS/LOGLINE THAT INCLUDES A CLEAR BEGINNING, MIDDLE AND END: A paranoid woman seeks magical remedies from a Healer Witch, that result in a fatal allergic reaction. The first modern day Salem Witch Trial is held and the Witch is blamed for the death.

GENRE: Drama

PROTAGONIST: Lisbeth

ANTAGONIST: Humans

MAIN SUPPORTING CHARACTERS W/ DESCRIPTIONS: Lisbeth- A 23 year old Healer Witch that mixes remedies and potions. She has long black hair and a wardrobe that consists of mainly black clothing. She’s a lone wolf with a big heart for rescuing humans and animals. Her talents have been passed down from the women in her family.

Mary- A timid 35 year old woman with Paranoia. Lives alone with a ginger cat and rarely trusts anyone. She works for the church and is well liked by other members.

Judge Charles- 53 year old christian man. He’s known for being rude and misogynistic. He has blue eyes and white hair.

PRIMARY LOCATIONS WITH DESCRIPTIONS):

Salem Courthouse- present day

Stone House- Belongs to Lisbeth and resides in the outskirts.

ADDITIVE COMPREHENSION: Catalyst for the modern day Salem Witch Trials.

MEDIUM: Novel

WHY IT WORKS IN THIS MEDIUM:There is a wide audience for these types of stories. A similar book, Harry Potter, sold over 400 million worldwide.

PLATFORM: Author

WHY IT WORKS IN THIS PLATFORM: It would capture interest of all genders, specifically women 17-40 because of the strong female leads.