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Deciding Not to Withhold a Big Reveal

Author
Hillary Barnes Martinez and BJ Williams
Published
Mon 31 Mar 2025
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/writing0/episodes/Deciding-Not-to-Withhold-a-Big-Reveal-e30ij6f

Today, we’ll be talking about deciding not to withhold a big reveal. Whether you're writing a novel, a screenplay, or even a short story, knowing when and how to reveal critical information to your audience can make or break your narrative. We'll be discussing the impact of timing, the balance between suspense and satisfaction, and how to make those big reveals resonate with your readers.

Picks of the Week:

BJ: My recommendation this week is a book of comics, not to be confused with traditional comic books. It’s called Hi, Just a Quick Question: Queries, Advice, and Figuring It All Out by Beth Evans

H: Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman

Mentioned in the Episode:

The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard

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