A discussion of the different kinds of points of view you can use when writing a novel. Includes what not to do, how to avoid head hopping, 4 special tips from Tahlia our managing editor, creative ways you can use different points of view, and how to choose the best point of view for your story.

More details on different points of view can be found in these articles:
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00:24 – What is ‘point of view’ in writing
00:26 – Why is point of view important in writing
01:17 First person
02:43 Second person
03.23 – Third person
04:18 Thirdperson omniscient
06:42 Thirdperson intimate
07:33 – Tip for writing in thirdperson intimate.
10:40 – Head hopping
11:50 – How to avoid head hopping
15:29 – Can you use more than one point of view option in a novel? Like first person and third person
18:18 – Tips on writing third person intimate
19:20 – How do you choose the best point of view for your story?