1. First Person
* Pronouns: I, me, my, mine, we, us, our, ours
* Perspective: The story is told from the perspective of a character within the story. The reader experiences events through the eyes and thoughts of this character.
* Example: "I knew I shouldn't have gone near the abandoned house, but curiosity got the better of me."
2. Second Person
* Pronouns: You, your, yours
* Perspective: The story is told directly to the reader, using the pronoun "you." This creates a feeling of immediacy and involvement, as if the reader is participating in the story.
* Example: "You walk down the dark alley, your heart pounding in your chest. You hear a noise behind you..."
3. Third Person
* Pronouns: He, him, his, she, her, hers, it, its, they, them, their, theirs.
* Perspective: The story is told from an outside perspective, with the narrator observing the characters and events. There are two main types of third-person:
* Third Person Limited: The narrator focuses on the thoughts and feelings of a single character.
* Third Person Omniscient: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters, and can even reveal information that characters themselves might not know.
Example:
* Third Person Limited: "She bit her lip, her eyes searching the room for any sign of the missing book. She couldn't believe it was gone."
* Third Person Omniscient: "He had been searching for her for days, unaware that she was hiding just a few blocks away, terrified and alone."
Key Considerations:
* Choosing the Right Point of View: The choice of point of view affects the reader's experience and understanding of the story. Consider which perspective will best suit your story and the information you want to convey.
* Consistency: It is crucial to maintain a consistent point of view throughout your story. Avoid switching perspectives within a single scene or chapter unless you have a specific reason to do so.