: Re: First person pov with more than one main chars I really love -- and most of time write in -- first person point of view. The novel I'm writing is somewhat different from what I'm used to.

@Martha805

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I am currently also writing in first person with multiple character point of views.. at two instances the stories overlap.. it's really not too difficult to do.. tricky, but not too difficult.
The trick is not to switch too quickly between characters, as with 3rd person.
Using 1st person is a brilliant way to really get inside each character's head, especially if they are very different.
My 3 main characters are worlds apart.
Darian is witty, sarcastic, clever and a deep thinker
Ynara is very observant, but clear-cut.
Asjghar is angry, bitter and vulgar.

I have chapters with their titles and then subheadings that indicate in whose head you are at the moment..

On another note I am currently reading a series of novels that read in first person as the main character. When you follow any of the other characters it is narrated in third person. I think it is wildly creative, but she neglects to let you know right away who you are following. Can be frustrating..

I wish you all the best in your writing journey!

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