I'm currently writing a novel told from two characters' perspectives, and it's been a struggle! Sometimes I wonder if both of them sound distinct enough. Other times, I wonder if it'd be better to stick to one point of view altogether.
While I've heard a lot of advice encouraging first-time authors to stick to a single POV, I believe that decision ultimately depends on the story you want to tell. These are some questions I always return to, which have helped me progress through each chapter! (I'm also close to reaching 35k words on this first draft! Wahoo!!)
What unique perspective does each character offer in the story's central conflict?
How are the things that they notice about one another contradict their own self-perceptions?
In what ways are they working against each other? Or how are they misunderstanding one another?
How do their perspectives merge together to give a more nuanced reading of your story?
What is the relationship between their inner conflicts?
What tips do you have for authors writing from multiple perspectives?
