Point of view shapes everything your reader experiences—yet it’s one of the most misunderstood tools in fiction.
Choose the wrong POV, and even a strong story can feel distant, confusing, or flat. Choose the right one, and your story comes alive on the page.
In Writing Lessons from the Front: Point of View, you’ll get a clear, practical guide to one of the most critical elements of storytelling.
Inside, you’ll discover:
Why point of view matters more than most writers realize
The strengths and limitations of first person, third person, omniscient, and even second person
How to choose the best POV for your story
The common mistakes that weaken your narrative—and how to avoid them
This is not a long, theory-heavy manual. It’s a focused lesson designed to give you exactly what you need—and then get you back to writing.
Drawing on decades of professional experience, Angela Hunt delivers straightforward instruction you can apply immediately. As she puts it: learn the essentials, then practice—that’s where real improvement happens.
At a fraction of the cost of a writing class, this short guide can transform the way you tell stories.
If you want tighter, stronger, more engaging fiction, start here.
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Angela Hunt has published more than 130 books for children and adults, ranging from nonfiction to novels. You can read more about her work at www.angelahuntbooks.com.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Unlocking the mystery behind POINT OF VIEW: why is point of view important to a novelist, and how can we make sure we're using it correctly? Which serves the story better--first person, third person, omniscient, or the quirky second? Using thirty years of writing experience, Angela Hunt presents a brief lesson on point of view that should answer all your questions in practical, simple terms. You don't need an entire book to understand it--you only need these thirty pages. These lessons, Hunt says, are brief for a reason-I don't want you to spend most of your time reading how-to books. I will give you what you need so you can put what you've learned into practice. That's the best way to improve. Enjoy this writing lesson for a fraction of the cost of attending one of Angela's writing classes--your writing will never be the same. Seller Inventory # 00110564398
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Unlocking the mystery behind POINT OF VIEW: why is point of view important to a novelist, and how can we make sure we're using it correctly? Which serves the story better--first person, third person, omniscient, or the quirky second? Using thirty years of writing experience, Angela Hunt presents a brief lesson on point of view that should answer all your questions in practical, simple terms. You don't need an entire book to understand it--you only need these thirty pages. These lessons, Hunt says, are brief for a reason-I don't want you to spend most of your time reading how-to books. I will give you what you need so you can put what you've learned into practice. That's the best way to improve. Enjoy this writing lesson for a fraction of the cost of attending one of Angela's writing classes--your writing will never be the same. Seller Inventory # CIN0615841708VG
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