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Common Point of Views for Telling Your Story
When writing a story, most of the focus isn't on your characters' past or future; fiction thrives on what's happening in the now. To show a character acting in the present, you use a point of view (POV)—a lens through which you reveal the character's world and story to the reader. The POV you choose shapes the reader's experience and connection to the story. Your choice of POV is closely tied to the narrator—the person (or entity) telling the story. In many POVs, the narrator is essentially an unnamed voice, often aligning with the author's perspective. However, in some POVs, like first-person, the narrator may be a character within the story. Understanding the strengths and limitations of each POV will help you choose the one that best fits your narration. This post explores common POV options and offers insight into how they can affect your storytelling.