1st person POV done right.

Discussion About A General Writing Topic

I am writing a fantasy novel obviously and the first chapter I wrote in both first person and third person. I liked the feeling of first person better, as I wanted there to be more depth of emotion and really letting the readers feel the internal struggles my MC is having. It feels very natural in first person. After writing about 10 chapters, I’m not sure how natural the other stuff is, like showing/ telling what the MC is doing or seeing, rather than thinking. I’m loving my story so far, and I want it to come across right.

Can you share some recommendations for fantasy novels that do first person right? What are your personal pros and cons for different POVs especially in the fantasy genre?

Posted Dec 8, 2025, 3:26 AM UTC

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