As New Zealand drama Blue Murder Motel is sold around the world, series co-creator and lead writer Kate McDermott discusses the show’s motel setting, casting stars Michala Banas and Brett Tucker, and how the series departs from traditional cosy crime series. Drama Quarterly subscriber content Subscribe to Drama Quarterly and stay up to date with the shows you love and the stories behind them HERE (Subscriptions cost just £7.50/month or £75/year) Existing subscribers can log in HERE.