Summary: <br> Welcome to Episode 107 of Speculate! The Podcast for Writers, Readers and Fans. In this episode we conclude our triptych of shows on the work of <a href="http://www.blackholly.com/">Holly Black</a> with a discussion of some of the writing techniques used in her novel <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Coldest-Girl-Coldtown-Holly-Black/dp/0316213101">The Coldest Girl in Coldtown</a>, looking at the benefits of starting a book in media res, how delaying the reveal of a centrally important concept in your novel can give it (and the rest of the plot) greater weight, the value of creating a well-rounded character with a strong moral core, and other writing-focused concepts. If you like what you see and hear, don’t forget to check back soon when we’ll have our next state of the field show with authors <a href="http://erikscottdebie.com/">Erik Scott de Bie</a> and <a href="http://mariebilodeau.blogspot.com/">Marie Bilodeau</a>. Until then, thanks as always for listening, and please continue to spread the word about the show!<br>
