#374 Tell No One

There’s nothing like a big secret that’ll keep a reader hooked until the very last word. Some of my recent favorite stories don’t just include a grand reveal at the end — they’ve also got subtle hints sprinkled throughout, making me feel even more compelled to continue turning the page and uncover the truth before the protagonist does.

This week, let’s write stories that center on secrets. Whether they’re kept under lock and key or accidentally leaked, make them an important element of your story. How could your characters’ lives change the moment they find out the truth?