1st POV or 3rd POV

[I-am-called-I]

which is better for beginner

 

[Corty]

3rd

 

[I-am-called-I]

3rd

thanks for telling that was quick

 

[RepresentingWrath]

1st

 

[ACFoster99]

1st but if you're looking to be highly descriptive, it's probably better to use 3rd.

 

[Representing_Tromba]

Depends on whether you want to show the MCs thoughts and ideas as part of the commentary.

 

[Sola-sama]

that was quick

That's what she said.

which is better for beginner

imho 3rd, you are not limited to the mc's perspective. I know you can make multiple pov, but if handed poorly, it'll be bad. I know, if you use 3rd pov poorly it is also bad, but it give you more leeway

 

[APieceOfRock]

Another round of "it depends."

 

[georgelee5786]

3rd

 

[Rhaps]

I swap between the two, sometimes thinking about using 2nd

 

[greyblob]

3rd

 

[Deleted member 76176]

which is better for beginner

It depends on the type of story you want to tell, but consistency is key regardless of the chosen perspective.

For writing in 1st person, the connection between the reader and character is more intimate and straightforward, and as such, new authors generally find it easier due to the narrative focus remaining on a single person.

3rd person limited allows for a more objective viewpoint, but narration is still limited to the perspective of one character. This can make it challenging for new authors to find the narrator's voice, but in exchange, it offers greater flexibility in storytelling.

Writing in third-person omniscient can be tricky, as the constant shifting of prespective could be confusing and disorienting to readers. I personally do not recommend it. However, if you want to, do it with careful consideration.

 

[Cipiteca396]

1st. You get access to an exclusive set of pronouns like I. Makes it easier to distinguish between the MC and other characters.

For example:

She held her hands in her own, unable to hold back her tears.

turns to

I held her hands in my own, unable to hold back my tears.

It's a bit clearer, right? Now, an experienced writer could get around that without trouble, but this is easier for new writers. So 1st, all the way.

 

[RepresentingCaution]

Practice both and see which one suits your writing style best.