: Re: A good way to transition different character perspectives In my story, there are three character perspectives that switch off every chapter. What is a good way to lead from one character perspective

@Holmes449

Showing the same scene twice, from two different points of view, is a rare technique for good reason. Only do it if for some reason it is vitally importantly that the reader know about the subjective reactions of both characters, and it is not feasible to use an omniscient point of view that can depict both at once. It can be hard to pull off even then because it's rehashing the same territory. Also, in my experience, it can be hard to pull off without being jarring.
The important thing to remember is to make the point of view clear when it switches. This is more important the larger the chunk in each point of view is. When it's as large as a chapter, you can do it by something as simple as putting the point of view character on each chapter. Another technique is to put the point of view character's thoughts on something in the opening paragraphs.

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