The Plan: My Season 11 Coverage
I share how I plan to cover Season 11 on my blog and on social media
Hello, Hearties! It’s almost that time again! With When Calls the Heart Season 11 only 8 days away, I figured now was to time to share my master plan for my coverage of the season! This year, I have a few exciting new additions to my weekly agenda, as well as some fun changes to my weekly review format, just to spice things up! So let’s jump right in and talk about it!
Episode Reviews
Every week, I will be sharing my thoughts about the latest episode through a blog review. Reviews will be available to all of my readers, with a special portion at the end specially written for my Deep Divers. Every review will include my thoughts about the episode and the characters, followed by some quick predictions for the upcoming week. For each review, I will be using the following format:
Episode (1): Is It Any Good?
In this section, I will discuss my overall reaction to the episode and any general thoughts I have about it. I will also give the episode a 1-10 star ranking, just to give readers an idea of where it stands compared to other episodes.
The Latest: Nathan and Elizabeth
This section will be dedicated to my thoughts about the leading couple and their weekly romantic storylines/interactions. I will also be using this section to discuss their individual scenes/storylines as well (for example: teaching, Mountie action, friendships, etc.) So, if you’re looking for my thoughts on all things Nathan and Elizabeth, this section is for you!
Politics with Lucas (and Lee)
In this section, I will be sharing my thoughts about Lucas’ political endeavors, as well as his other storylines (such as Jeanette’s arrival). If Lee ends up entering the political sphere as Hope Valley’s next mayor, his political storylines will also be included here as well. This is the section to read all about all things Lucas (and sometimes Lee).
Case of the Week
This section is loosely dedicated to Bill and Rosie’s investigative endeavors and will last only as long as their investigation continues. It could be all season or it could be over within the first few episodes. Either way, this section is for Bill and Rosie as they work to solve the case!
When Calls the Community
In this section, I will be sharing my thoughts about the latest developments that are taking place among the rest of the Hope Valley community. While Mike and Mei will likely be featured here weekly (depending on how prominent their storyline is), I will also be sharing my thoughts about the Canfields, Faith, Henry, Fiona, and FloMo if their storyline is important to the episode.
Coming Next Week
This section will focus on brief questions and predictions that I have for the upcoming episode. Since most episode reviews will likely be pretty lengthy, I plan to keep this portion of each post brief and to the point.
Hope Valley Hot Take
This final section of each episode review will be specially written for my Deep Divers. In this section, I will share my brutally honest thoughts about one or more elements of the episode. To gain access to this exclusive section of each episode review, you’ll need to upgrade your subscription. But if that’s not for you, don’t worry! The rest of each review will still be available.
Social Media
As always, I will continue to share news and updates on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. If you are on any of those forums, and you want to receive frequent updates about Season 11, make sure you check out The Heartie Observer.
I will be hosting discussions in the When Calls the Heart: The Chat Zone Facebook Group. Be sure to join if you are interested in chatting with fellow fans about the latest episode every week.
Despite all of the craziness on Twitter, I will try to Live Tweet whenever I can. As much as I hate Twitter, I feel like I should do my part to represent the Nathan and Elizabeth fans out there if I can.
On Instagram, I will be sharing short reviews every Sunday night following episodes. These videos will likely be pretty short and general but will be something to tide us over until I finish my weekly episode review on the blog.
Throughout the week, I will also be posting reels and edits from the episode like I do every year. So stay tuned for that!
Podcasts & Deep Dives
For those of you wondering if I will be doing podcast reviews with Nicole from Swing My Heart Podcast, the answer is YES! I will be joining Nicole again every week for a new review. If listening to podcasts is your thing, be sure to subscribe to the Swing My Heart Podcast on YouTube to get notified!
As for my Deep Divers, I plan on sharing exclusive blog posts with you throughout the season. These posts will be in addition to the weekly episode review, giving you some extra content to read while you wait for Sunday nights.
Closing Thoughts
Keeping up with this blog, social media sharing, and weekly podcasting will definitely be a challenge this year, especially since I am also working during the week. However, my excitement for the upcoming stories invigorates me for the journey ahead. I cannot wait to explore this new season with all of you! It’s going to be a gratifying, glorious ride, and I hope you’ll join me for it! I can’t wait to hear all of your thoughts and theories! Be sure to share them below, along with any suggestions you have for me! Only 8 days to go Hearties! Only 8 more days until the journey begins!
So ready for Season 11, any twists and turns. I love blogs, podcasts, and always listen carefully to interviews. But the episodes are what I'm waiting for. And last year I went to every podcast I could find to watch the reactions as - according to Chris M. - there was a final twist. I rejoiced at Nathan fans' increasing excitement, watched how angry people increasingly got, commiserated with the puzzled. One young lady cried. I really love mysteries, always look for clues in pictures, scenes, etc. I have ideas which may pan out to be true or not. But I'm here for what they give us, what is discussed anywhere - including here. Already on the Chat Zone. Here we go, in 8 days!
With all the information we’ve got from Erin, Kevin and Chris, how can we not be excited! They’ve thrown it in our laps to enjoy. It’s happening but how N/E will get there is a different story. A few bumps and bruises ahead, especially with Lucas in town. Gonna be a great love story!