The point of view you choose for your novel shapes the information that you give your readers. And it shapes how your readers receive and interpret that information.Which means your point of view actually shapes the story itself. And that’s a really big deal!The challenge is, point of view can be tricky to master. There are nearly unlimited ways you can craft your point of view. And there are just as many point of view mistakes you can make.In this episode, I’m sharing the most important mistake I see writers make in their point of view. Here it is:Being inconsistent.Ever find yourself accidentally switching between first person and third person point of view? Or between past and present? Or between multiple characters’ perspectives?Those are inconsistencies. And they’ll distract, confuse, and frustrate your readers.Not to worry, though! In this episode, you’ll learn:Why point of view inconsistencies matterHow to spot inconsistencies in your own writingWhen in the editing process you should correct point of view inconsistenciesWhat to do if you’re not sure you’ve caught them all (hint: don’t panic!)And more!Plus, I’ve put together a worksheet for you to reference and practice. In it, I’ll show you what a consistent point of view looks like, and how to spot an inconsistent point of view shift.Then, challenge yourself to spot all the point of view inconsistencies I’ve hidden in the practice exercise.Get the worksheet at alicesudlow.com/povworksheet and practice your point of view skills.Then, pull out a scene of your novel and clean up any point of view inconsistencies you find!Links mentioned in the episode:Point of View Worksheet: alicesudlow.com/povworksheetWant an editor's feedback on your book?I'm currently accepting new editing clients. If you'd like to find out how I can help you craft your best book, send me a note at alice@alicesudlow.com and tell me about your book!Want more editing tips and resources? Follow me on Instagram and Facebook.And if you're enjoying the podcast, would you mind leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts? That helps more listeners find the podcast. And it helps me know what's helpful to you so I can create more episodes you'll love!