In the world of fiction, the third person point of view (POV) is a widely popular choice for writers. With this POV, the narrator exists outside of the story and refers to characters by their names, using third person verbs and pronouns, such as “he,” “she,” and “they.” It’s important to note that generally, the narrator is not a separate entity/character with its own role in the story. The narrator simply sits on the shoulder of the character(s) and communicates to the reader the events and interactions as they unfold. There are three forms of the third person POV: objective, omniscient, and limited.…
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Every month, the Xulon Press staff votes for the Book of the Month selection, and this month The Tiger’s Eye: Angels in Mumbai by Scott B. Delaney won by a landslide. If you enjoy reading books by Tim LaHaye, Frank Peretti, and Gregory David Roberts, you’ll want to add The Global Calling series to your “to be read” pile. To learn more about the inspiration behind The Tiger’s Eye: Angels in Mumbai, his favorite part of self-publishing, and what he hopes readers take away from his books, we sat down with Scott Delaney to get all the details on our latest Book of the Month.…
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Imagine this. A youth who lives a carefree life is suddenly thrust into a situation where they must leave behind everything they know to embark on a journey full of uncertainties and dangers to accomplish a specific task. Along the way, they meet companions and other unusual characters who either aid them or try to stand in their way. The events that unravel during this journey all lead up to one ultimate decision, one ultimate goal to make what had ultimately gone wrong right again. The youth succeeds, becoming a hero in the process, and they are rewarded with the…
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As a self-publishing author, think of yourself as the quarterback of a football game. You get to call the shots. So, it’s important to have a game plan to help you reach the end zone. You’ll face challenges and obstacles on the way. Be Prepared. Be Flexible. Envision this: You are on a football field—right in the center. Your team is lined up to the right of you and the left of you. You stand up. You see a clear view down the field. What do you feel? Do you feel overwhelmed? Nervous? Excited? Determined? Is this your first time…