Just Stab Me Now [The Fantasy Heroine Series]

[@JillBearup]

By popular demand, I made it a book: 😁 books2read.com/juststabmenow US: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDCKX7Q2 UK: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CDCKX7Q2 Canada: www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CDCKX7Q2 Australia: www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CDCKX7Q2 Everyone else...you get the idea :) How many permutations of video can this series have? Many. But here we are, the most convenient one of all, with the ability to skip ahead and then back again! The excitement! You kids behave yourselves while I'm on my holidays, OK? Love, Jill From The Recent Past.

[@58209]

i was hoping for a single video so i could binge it all at once. thank you! this story makes me giddy. i love it.

[@stephanieturner6912]

Happy Holidays!

[@ahd1903]

(tap-dances on your lawn)

[@TheRealMirCat]

Douglas Adams probably asked himself the same about H2G2

[@michaelenslein5758]

Enjoy the holidays and I have loved the story in all of it iterations.

[@jmcosmos]

I'm utterly *_delighted_* by the way Rosamund arrogantly snatches agency from Caroline and drives the narrative into completely new channels!

[@katherineberger6329]

And how Rosamund gets progressively more invested in Caroline (and the story) as the series unfolds..

[@WynneL]

That is, in my experience, exactly what writing is like! If your character has enough life, they WILL periodically make you hiss "what are you DOING?!??!?!?!" and eventually "oh wait, but that's actually better though..."

[@kuroinokitsune]

I didn't realized that there almost 1 HOUR of fantasy heroine! Gosh... it's half of full pledged movie YET has more plot and logic then most of them. HOUR OF ONE ACTRESS SHOW. JUST THINK ABOUT IT PEOPLE

[@heikesiegl2640]

Same xD was quiet a shock. In a positiv way

[@key37raminus]

Well it has about two seconds of the cover artist

[@markchapman6800]

Rosamund going from snarky through a gamut of emotions including rage to genuine caring for her children and her new husband was quite the roller-coaster ride. I had no idea that Jill was so talented an actress.

[@TheSuzberry]

This is such a treat. It is such a dense narrative that I thought it was longer. But good writing really fleshes out the characters and events without wordiness.

[@andreaso8886]

Yeah, a movie would be fabulous

[@marys4038]

I was just thinking “One crisis at a time” is practically the tagline of the series, love that it’s the title of the full compilation

[@scottmantooth8785]

*worthy of being branded a mug or printed hoodie if i dare say...it's what the people want*

[@ajlorentz]

SAME. Jill makes amazing content decisions

[@malacastre]

I think "One Crisis at a Time" will be the title of Caroline's sequel

[@thatHARVguy]

@@malacastre "Two Crisis at a Time" 🤔

[@Crystal-zd9fn]

I would absolutely buy "One Crisis at a Time" merchandise!

[@isabelleblanchet3694]

Have I watch each short of this series? Yes Have I watch the compilations of all 4 series? Yes Have I watch this complete compilation? Of course!

[@annejeppesen160]

Same 😂

[@3countylaugh]

Also Same!

[@myladycasagrande863]

Well, obviously!

[@Angela-dh4fv]

Annnnd went back & watched them again 😁

[@VerumAdPotentia]

Yes, but have you read the fan fic clearly marked "explicit"?

[@elizabethmcglothlin5406]

What I love best about this series is that Rosamund subverts the 'romance' plot from a potentially steamy vanilla porn-ish thing--which would make Caroline more uncomfortable than she expected--into a real marriage. Even before the hinted consummation, Leo and Rosy are acting as a team, making peace, protecting the children, etc!

[@randl7423]

I like that, too. Acting as actual partners in a healthy & supportive relationship, instead of sleaze, lol.

[@cmm5542]

@@randl7423 I just loved it too! I mean, I consider myself a romantic because I find happy marriages between compatible partners romantic (probably because they are so rare and exotic 😅), but I'm honestly not too keen on extreme sentimentality or 'nights of wild passion.' I actually find that less romantic than unrealistic and counterproductive! 😆

[@Heatherslover127]

@@cmm5542 if you like positive heathy relationships try Poldark (if you haven’t already) 12 books all amazing writing 😊

[@pluck8913]

This is how you write a good strong female character. She was both tough and strong, but also was vulnerable and had flaws and made mistakes. Just like a real person.

[@queenofthepierats]

"None of this is in the outline" - truer words were never spoken 🤣

[@newperve]

I love how she puts Rosamund through hell, but gets upset when Rosamund has to put "seduce husband for political reasons" on her to-do list. She doesn't want to put her through an awkward scene but plans a whole sequel full of hell for her.

[@danniluxgarbe429]

I mean... Episode 1- R: "Do I have magic powers?" C:"Not Currently..." Episode 50- C: "and after that I think I'll... Drop in a few more references to the religion-based magic system in this generally low-magic setting so it's not such a bombshell in the sequel."

[@newperve]

@@tyrant-den884 She said "low magic" so probably not capable of literally sending someone to hell.

[@nhaedzwero43]

@@newperve Banishment is level 4, so maybe low goes to about level 5? I mean, don't you want to see a fireball being cast?

[@charlesfisher-kh5sw]

everyone still waiting on that sequel...

[@stevegeorge6880]

The unalloyed genius of this series, while appreciated immensely now, will only truly be parsed and celebrated in the decades to come.

[@lordunderstatement3645]

Wow. This has better plot, writing, and acting than most modern big budget movies. It is engaging despite being just the internal monologue of the writer. It's actually easy to forget that the conversations between Caroline and Rosamund are really just the writer talking to herself.

[@Kas_Styles]

This. So true

[@johnthomas2485]

Does Caroline's Hot Editor, who looks remarkably like Rosamund's Hot enemy, look like Jill's husband, or is that an awkward conversation to be held after the book is printed? Also, I love the Monty Python "Tracts Of Land" reference lol. One advantage of Rosamund and Leo staying in the Rose Room, screams of passion replacing screams of terror still won't disturb the household.

[@aussiebloke609]

Maybe they're both into roleplay...extremely specific, detailed, and above all, _scripted_ roleplay. 😁

[@SCWillson]

Don't forget the "pointy end goes in the other man" reference from The Mask of Zorro.

[@JAEUFM]

The phrase that Rosamund fears the most, 'I'll probably think of something'.

[@JAEUFM]

Let me correct the phrase, 'I'm sure I'll thing of something.'

[@ynot6473]

well that's three times i've watched it now, in three formats. i'm a grumpy, bitter soon to be divorcee, old man with depression. i don't do romantic fiction. but this is so well written, and so well acted that i've enjoyed every minute of it. well done Jill Bearup.

[@mash9415]

I'm sure Caroline would be thrilled to know that as of now there are 32 fanfics of this series on ao3 and I'm about to make it 33 😌

[@JillBearup]

😁

[@DrgnLdyLizzie2001]

What's it under? I'd like to read it.

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

​@@DrgnLdyLizzie2001>>> STRICTLY for RESEARCH PURPOSES, of course...🤭

[@DrgnLdyLizzie2001]

@@Allan_aka_RocKITEman Naturally.

[@elliee884]

@@DrgnLdyLizzie2001 currently on Ao3 there are 41 under the fandom tag “Fantasy Heroine Series - Jill Bearup (Web Series)” and 1 under the fandom tag “Just Stab Me Now - Jill Bearup”

[@ShinGallon]

It's been amazing watching this evolve from "fun 4th wall poking at tropes of a genre" shorts into it's own thing. Funny how a project can just take on a life of it's own (glances at his "10 or so page" graphic novel as he works on page 117 of it).

[@waylandyutani7106]

Amen to that. I'm 16000 words into my 6000 word short and am barely a third of the way through my outline.

[@LittleMaitea]

And now it’s a book

[@oak..]

How is it now, ​@@waylandyutani7106?

[@virbstery]

LMBO yes 😂

[@freddypowell7292]

It is sort of amazing that this morphed from a thirty second sketch about a writer scared of trying new things to a sprawling political epic.

[@MissCaraMint]

And now a book. Golly gosh I can’t wait!

[@aussiebloke609]

"Grand theft equine" is still the best line to date. 👍 A very merry Chrissy to you and yours (and Rosamund, Leo and Robin, of course!) 🥳 Love the ending. Leo is obviously sleeping beside her, her nightgown somewhat more off-the-shoulder than usual... I think it's safe to say Leo and Robin have had that little "talk", and it went well (and Robin's speech about not hurting her, natch.)

[@mikakestudios5891]

"One Crisis At A Time" is such a perfect title.

[@rosesleeps]

These compilation videos are wonderful for seeing the absolutely amazing character progression. From Rosamund's perpetual look of horror to eventually being besties with Caroline. I love it.

[@dominicgibson3010]

Love how Caroline & Rosamund have changed to a nickname basis and add in the fact that Caroline refers to Leo as her "hot husband" and I think everything is progressing

[@IsabelleRagan3]

I can’t decide which I want more, an earnest novel of consisting of this storyline, or an extended argument between the writer and her 36 year old fantasy girl heroine.

[@abigailbraatz1349]

both. both is good.

[@barbaros99]

You really showed off what the KZbin Shorts format can be capable of. If you had told me that you could put together an exciting narrative from 40-60 second clips, I would have been somewhat incredulous. These are tight, focused, and genuinely compelling. Thank you for all of your effort in putting this together! I do have one question, and I apologize if it's been asked and answered before: Did you know it was going to become more than poking fun at fantasy tropes when you started or did Caroline and Rosamund pull you along?

[@allanmonroe692]

I believe Jill has said previously that the characters sort of pulled her along. Kind of like Caroline was pulled by Rosamund.

[@barbaros99]

@@allanmonroe692 Thanks!

[@rrrosecarbinela]

Brilliant analysis. I completely agree that Jill has won KZbin. Probably for all time.

[@JillBearup]

Oh, they absolutely ran away with me. Developed personalities and a plot and everything!

[@MindytheQuick]

Wait...so Jill is the Caroline behind Caroline? IS THIS FANTASY HEROINE INCEPTION???

[@andybraginsky4805]

Even if it takes ten years for a physical book to exist, I will still weep tears of joy.

[@torgranael]

I haven't read an actual book (unless you count assorted TTRPG rulebooks) in years. I'd be glad if this is what breaks the trend.

[@jrstoelting]

It’s out now! How exciting is that!

[@andybraginsky4805]

@@jrstoelting I'm currently waiting for it to arrive in the mail- just a few days until it arrives!

[@thebrokebuilder]

Are you kidding me!!!! I just put all 4 series into my ‘Watch Later’ playlist and 2 minutes later she posts this!!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@annbrookens945]

You need to watch this IMMEDIATELY! Or at least as soon as you have a free hour!

[@gemorains3677]

I love how for a big chunk of the start of the story there was this big point of Rosemond being against the only one bed trope and now she literally is always sharing a bed with him. By her own choice mind you and not bc she was forced to by the writing.

[@JohnSmithShields]

Contractual obligations lol

[@Torchyc]

Over 42 minutes of excellence all in one video, what a brilliant video to watch many times over. Thank you, Jill :D.

[@ahd1903]

Hear, hear.

[@VarahiP]

The way Caroline and Rosamund warm up towards eachother and then they become bestie is so wholesome

[@22kitten33]

Hearing the conversation of the main heroine going off the outlines reminds me of the crazy amount of authors notes explaining that exact thing in fanfiction and it is just a visual representation of all those authors notes lol

[@H4ndS0up]

The idea of an older heroine is actually kind of interesting. Opens a door to a whole bushel of new story lines.

[@MobiuSphere]

🎥 🍿 Fantasy Heroine: The Movie! 🍿🎥

[@JillBearup]

It is…half a movie! 😁

[@torgranael]

@@JillBearup Partner it up with the theoretical sequel and it could be a miniseries. That would be fun.

[@robertbemis9800]

One crisis at a time should be the book title The author/main character interactions should happen during chapter breaks

[@LittleMaitea]

It almost was…

[@Y3w3lz]

I agree with some of the other comments... how do we almost have a movie and didn't even notice. Putting all of the shorts together really puts into perspective how much content was generated for this series. Looking into the other side the amount of work that Jill has put into this story is TRULY commendable. Hats of to you My Lady, this is excellent work. I anxiously await any future additions to this world whethet video or prose. You have truly engaged me in the story and I know that if you actually formalize it in a book it will be a success. *Thank you for the banter, the suspense and most of all the refreshing take on this trope.*

[@SubacaiDarkwing]

No matter how many times I watch this, I still love it. The green dress really brings your eyes out beautifully, too. And the final moment is just so heart-warming. ❤

[@DrgnLdyLizzie2001]

"One Crisis At A Time" has sort of become our mantra.

[@albussr1589]

"Grand theft equine" I feel the need to somehow use this phrase I love it so much

[@MadDragon-lb7qg]

That was BRILLIANT! Oh and as someone who has worn a maile shirt, that is the most truthful explantation of removing one, as I have done the "Wiggle Dance"!!!!

[@annelisezeender1334]

This video randomly started playing after the last one I watched, and since I was knitting, I didn't realize the switch immediately. I have never seen or heard of you before, but I was immediately invested and then watched the entire thing in one go. It was better than most books I've read in the last month or so.

[@yotamgosh]

It was SUCH a fun experience following this story episode by episode, poll by poll, and cheese by cheese! I'm so happy you went and turned it into a book, because it sounded like you were both very frightened and excited by the notion!

[@BostonTerrierLOVE]

Wow what a ride!!! I had seen a few of these independently but didn’t realize until I saw the wedding plan out of context that there was Plot! I got so invested in everyone! It really is interesting how characters can have a life of their own, and how there is this interesting dynamic as a writer of “oh ho ho ho this is so deliciously angsty or romantic or full of miscommunication and unsaid things”. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire story and am even more motivated to get the book now. I mean, I planned to when I had just seen a few of the early videos on their own which speaks to your strength as a writer and to the strength of your execution of the concept! I think my favorite parts were Rosamund’s nice hair part, Bad Choices Arc, and The Writer realizing Rosamund isn’t over Hugo. I loved the masquerade as an example of all these bits of believability and realism interfering with tropes that, while I would have definitely enjoyed them, I was even more interested in the twists you introduced. What fun! I can’t wait to read the book!

[@mistar1820]

I can’t believe how invested I was in this series! I have already watched the shorts but watching it all in one sitting makes the experience even better! I love the story, the acting, the development and the humour in this and how Rosamund just kept ruining Caroline’s plot ideas! This is absolutely fantastic!!

[@LeafiaPrince]

This is absolutely phenomenal!! My friend sent it to me and i was going to just listen to it while cleaning, but about 5 minutes in i had to sit down and actively watch it. I will absolutely watch it again multiple times

[@ceilinh6004]

A few more seasons, and this series will be feature film length. I wouldn't hate that. 😁

[@westtech001]

Honestly I'm ready to read the book, in character, with Rosamund arguing with the Author. Editor, Narrator, Narrative, and pulling her weight as a protagonist.

[@waylandyutani7106]

"I think we're going to do great things together". And you know what? You did.

[@KateCantDraw]

Caroline nearing the end of story upset with how it's going and too attached to her well built and emotionally complex and deep characters is the most accurate thing in the entire world.

[@jllaine]

Having enjoyed many of the shorts (in random order) I was thrilled to see this, and was on the edge of my seat right to the end. The absolute best treatment.

[@AndyZach]

Well, that was certainly worth 42:30 minutes of my time. The best Jill Bearup video, complete with sword scenes and humor and the best thing I've seen on KZbin for at least a month. Finally, I didn't have to watch it in dribs and drabs, but got the whole kit and kaboodle in one go.

[@mathsalot8099]

Favorite line: "Your cooperation fills me with terror." Edit: Runner up: "i don't want 'seduce husband for legal reasons' to be an item to check off her to-do list!"

[@MissCaraMint]

Mine is still “grand theft equine”.

[@mimiann546]

This is my favourite series and there is so much drama, romance and adventure Love it ❤️

[@Benjamin_Reese]

I started watching this not know it was over 40 minutes long. When I saw that I was just going to skip it. . . but then I started to get "Invested" in the characters and the story. . . Well done, well done.

[@chaplain1112]

I am immencly annoyed at how much I am absolutly In love with this series! It actually got my back into writing my old stories! Thank you sooo much and outstanding work!

[@generrosity]

I swear, this has jumped to my 'most read' AND 'most listened' story of all time 😜💚

[@GilmoureTrimarian]

I've already started the book (just past the bandit attack) and man, I really like how this plays out. A very satisfying feeling at the end! No bodices need repair!

[@annbe1l]

Another 10 because this was hardback...for sure. Thanks again, Jill!

[@emilyh1666]

I just finished the book. It is everything these videos promised it to be.

[@MyklCarlton]

Nearly 10 minutes in thinking Jill had totally broken the short-form model before I realised it's a compilation. Lovely work! Enjoy your holidays and be revived for the battles of 2023.

[@jessicastein5155]

Just watched this again (for I'm not gonna admit the how many'th time) and I have to say that while I will absolutely be purchasing and reading the novel once it's available, there is an incredible charm to this format that is all its own, and I will definitely keep coming back to it again and again. Jill, thank you so much for creating this!

[@LupineVolt]

I've loved this series! It's honestly made the seamless transition between funny, fourth wall redecorating writing humor to a gripping little romantic political thriller (that still has the fun writer/character banter). I'd love to keep an eye out if you ever do actually write a sequel series, but I think this does really well standing on its own.

[@annatheawesome1]

I love the use of emojis with the captions! It really adds to the emotions expressed by the writer and heroine

[@3countylaugh]

Jill says it's the hardest part, so always deserves more appreciation, so same!

[@virbstery]

WHEEZE I read the fanfic this is amazing 😭🤩🤩🤩 I was so invested in the original story but the fact that it has fanfic now takes this fandom to a whole new level 😂

[@krose6451]

Just picked up Just Stab Me Now from my local library. I was so happy not only that they had it but that others had it on hold before me! So looking forward to reading it.

[@annbe1l]

I LOVED this series which is why is I'm paying for this like the novel experience it is. ;) As a bit of a writer myself and lover of fantasy romance, so much of this was a mood. Thank you so much Jill! Keep of the good work!

[@allenra530]

The entire series is even more fun put together. I burst out laughing at several points and enjoyed it immensely.

[@danbirdneo591]

This reads like a very intense DND campaign

[@grayfox1748]

"I think we're going to do great things together!" Oh, Caroline

[@flowerlaksman4919]

Now I know what feuilleton readers felt when their favorite work piece is finally collected. Love you Jill!

[@maddlarkin]

Given my usual genre preferences edge more towards the stuff exploding end of 40k, I'm not sure why but I'm utterly addicted to this

[@JackRabbit9181996]

You've created a remarkable story here, I absolutely cannot wait for the book to release!

[@daniellemhall1358]

The more this goes on the more I love Caroline.

[@charlesphilips2045]

This is a very captivating storytelling system that is so self-aware and truly worth every second you've spent on it. Thank you for this.

[@LJJ337]

Absolutely beautiful story, I love it so much!! Caroline and Rosamund becoming friends, Rosamund and Leo falling in love... all in a setting of intense fantasy political intrigue! Keep up the great work, I can't wait for the book and eventual sequel!

[@cynthiawood2886]

Thanks! Like others here, I've watched each individual episode plus each compilation, and now the whole thing together. This has been such an enjoyable series.

[@JillBearup]

Thank you 😊

[@911nmg]

I watched this shorts as they came out, the fourth compilations and now the reruns. Today I was having an awful day so I played this video again and after managing to smile thanks to your creativity I preordered the book. Thank you so much for this story and videos, they were just what I needed.

KZbin. Suggesting a "short" video of 42 minutes :D Thanks for sharing, fiction is something that is missing on KZbin, and good fictions are even less frequent!

[@EricZago]

Loved seeing it develop over Patreon ... love seeing this version all ttogether ... will love to see as much as you are willing to make!

[@Linaxtic]

Excellent now I have an easy format to share this with my wife in, and when she asks how long it is, I can tell her "just under 45 minutes"

[@lauraa5136]

I cannot express how much I love this in ALL formats! Thank you for this delightful escape from real life.

[@AaronDay-ml2nx]

This has to be the singlehandedly most relatable thing I've ever seen

[@kelleymcmahan6457]

This is frankly an amazing story and I can not wait for this to become an actual novel. Sign me up for a first edition.

[@DavidCruickshank]

Now this is what you watch on Christmas day! A new classic!

[@andreagriffiths3512]

I love that I can again hit the thumbs up button because this series totally needs to be able to be liked multiple times! Merry Christmas to you and yours Jill 💕

[@lorifiedler13]

"THIS ISN'T IN THE OUTLINE!" Best line.

[@ghost307]

There's another short where she gets an advance copy of the book and freaks out that someone else's name is on it. Search '"Jill Bearup what's that doing on my cover"

[@Senatorlemonsouth]

I love the hint of not yet at magic powers i didnt catch on last year

[@yume-idol3441]

I was waiting for this, thank you, best holiday present ever!

[@annbrookens945]

I love this! It's so convenient having the whole thing in one video! I'm watching this iteration, making this the sixth time I'm watching the entire Fantasy Heroine series!

[@3kids2cats1dog]

I think this is how @Jill Bearup get extra views on the same content (monetized views)

[@annbrookens945]

Also true, since the shorts have no money earning power at this time, but I love this series so much that I love the all-in-one video, with the chapter-jumping abilities!

[@quiddityocean]

I just discovered this. I just wanted to listen to 10 minutes at best but ended watching it entirely. Towards the end, I thought to myself "I would like a few hundred pages book version of this and tah dah !

[@arleneallen8824]

I absolutely loved and adored Just Stab Me Now. I hope you write more!!

[@RedcoatT]

I'm reading Jill's book at the moment with Jill's voice in my head. 😉

[@ghost307]

She said that's the reason she's going to be reading the upcoming audiobook. Most of us will hear her voice in our heads anyway.

[@bastian19181]

I love the fantasy heroine series and also the format - KZbin shorts are great to be consumed during a quick recreational break and when there is more time you can watch the whole series and enjoy all the small details that might have been overlooked the first time. Also you are fantastic at stringing together all these tropes. Can't wait to see the next season.

[@sarahleonard7309]

Oh, I am SO excited for this! The full story in one place. I'm giddy.

[@dukebuildsem2378]

Watched each episode, then watched each compilation, and now all the compiled episodes in one compilation and it's still totally amazing. Looking forward to the next set. Amazing work truly captivating.

[@starbucksmocha88]

Happy New Year Jill! Wanted to thank you for this series. Following along with it for the last few months has been a real joy! Honestly 2022 was a tough year, especially towards the end, and having the next installment of the Fantasy Heroine series to look forward to was something that helped a lot and always made the day better! I even got my mom invested & she's 77 and now knows what tropes and fanfic are! I'm so glad I found your channel (via the how to fight in a dress short... and then I binge watched all your armour videos!) . Also the FH snippets were so fun to read, and congrats on having written 51k words! 👏 Looking forward to all your content to come in 2023! 😁💖

[@JillBearup]

Thank you :)

[@evillyn7895]

What a lovely Christmas Gift, thankyouverymuch, it's just what I wanted! I sincerely hope that this holiday season brings you as much joy as you've given us.

[@robertnett9793]

~15:00 - isn't it the best feeling when writing, when the story starts to become a life of it's own, completely disregarding your outline, to become something .... more real :D

[@Random_Gamer-sh6pf]

This was absolutely great and makes me wanna finally start writing, thank you sword lady

[@olaftheblack2012]

Having watched this entire series 4 times now (ngl, I watched the entire thing through twice as shorts), I gotta admit that as it gets longer and the compilations get longer, it just keeps getting better and better and better. The expanding lore is fantastic, the character interactions are dynamic and real, and the voice of the author is strong. I'm so excited to get more of this stuff from you 8n this series in the new year. Have a wonderful holiday break!

[@jokeyeetsy-dy4jn]

I think that a show where the characters actually acted like this would be really nice to watch, a change of pace

[@SugarSpice07]

1) Epic series! I'm totally obsessed. Can't wait for the sequel! 😜 2) You are a FANTSTIC actor. No comments. 3) Green looks really good on you. Makes your eyes stand out.

[@Dr.K.Wette_BE]

"Throw the knife and cheeseboard" could have been worse, cold tea in very light cups and pudding wouldn't do much damage !

[@MsShaunaM]

And I am STILL watching this - for the umpteenth time! I still would love a sequel.