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How to Use the Editorial Omniscient POV

Otherppl with Brad Listi

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Exploring Points of View in Writing

This chapter delves into the significance of choosing the right point of view (POV) in fiction writing, discussing the impact of second person, first person, and third person limited perspectives on storytelling. It highlights the importance of consciously selecting a POV, clarifying common misconceptions such as mistaking multiple third person viewpoints for editorial omniscient. The speakers emphasize the benefits and challenges of utilizing editorial omniscient POV, drawing inspiration from authors like Doctorow and Kundera to illustrate innovative narrative techniques.

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