on Writers Helping Writers:
Understanding point of view basics is essential for writing strong, emotionally resonant fiction, so this is a good topic to explore as part of our 101 series.
The viewpoint you choose determines who tells the story, how much the reader knows, and how deeply they connect with the characters. From first-person to third-person omniscient, your decision about point of view can make or break how your story unfolds and how readers experience it.
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