The Write It Scared Podcast

How to Choose the Right Point of View For Your Novel


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Point of view is one of the most important craft decisions you’ll make as a writer—and one of the easiest to get tangled up in. In this episode, we’re breaking down what POV actually is, why it matters, and how to use it with intention.

You’ll learn:

  • The pros and cons of first, second, and third person POV


  • What terms like “third person limited” and “close” really mean


  • How to avoid head-hopping and other common pitfalls


  • When it’s okay to blend POVs—and how to do it well


  • How to choose the right narrative lens for your story

Whether you’re just starting out or revising a draft, this episode will help you make smarter POV choices and tell your story with more clarity and confidence.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Point of View

00:16 – Welcome to Write It Scared

01:26 – Craft Chat: POV

01:50 – Giveaway Announcement

02:23 – What POV is and why it matters

05:59 – First Person POV: Strengths and limitations

09:05 – Second Person POV: Rare but powerful

11:02 – Third Person POV: Limited, close, omniscient, and more

17:46 – Blending POVs intentionally

19:13 – How to choose the right POV for your story

21:50 – Final thoughts and encouragement

22:02 – Next week’s guest and closing

Other links and resources 

[Episode 50: How to Plan and Outline Your Novel]

[Episode 42: Understanding Story Structure and Character Arcs]
 

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