So, you want to use 3rd person to tell your story. But it’s confusing as all heck.
Let’s say you’re writing in 3rd person limited in your main character’s POV and you want to get across some trouble other characters are cooking up for him. It’s essential to your story’s suspense. But how do you get that across in limited 3rd?
Is it okay to reveal the thoughts and emotions of two characters in the same chapter? Or is that head hopping?
And what’s the difference between head hopping and 3rd person omniscient? Isn’t head hopping basically third person omniscient?
Third person can make your head spin.
But not anymore.
Because in today’s episode, we’re going to simplify POV, and dismantle some of the most common misconceptions about 3rd person that are keeping you stuck. I’ll give you a simple way to craft 3rd person, whether you’re writing omniscient, limited, or objective 3rd.
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Episode at a glance:
[03:20] If you’re confused about 3rd person POV, it’s not your fault. It’s generally just mistaught and misunderstood.
Learn the main misconception about POV that’s keeping you confused, and why identifying your story’s person is not enough.
[04:13] Learn the one simple thing that distinguishes Omniscience, Limited, and Objective 3rd person.
[10:16] Omniscience
Learn what omniscience is and what it isn’t, plus my 4 tips for doing it right.
15:52] Limited Third
Here, you’ll understand how to use limited third to craft a more intimate connection between character and reader.
[17:35] Objective Third
Discover why the objective POV is the ultimate show, don’t tell.
Link mentioned in this episode:
Episode 93: Whose Story Is It?
Episode 68: How To Use Subplots To Amplify Your Novel
Episode 112: 3 Tips For Writing Dynamic Dialogue
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