There's a BBC programme with the same name as this page. It reminded me of the tactic of enlivening narrative by recounting stories from different viewpoints. That is, as described in stories by two or more other characters.
Take a situation and have two characters interact within the situation, and have them describe what they have experienced. This involves a writer in thinking like each of the characters they've created with all that entails. It is necessary to be inside those heads and to be consistent with what has been created and truly represent different viewpoints.
In my Steele novels, I haven't used this ploy very often so I have created a bit of a silly example, but a bit of fun.
If you look carefully you can see two pigeons in the background of this photo and they're being watched by my cat Ginny. Obviously, I'm taking the photo.
As I see it, two scavengers have grown fat on their gleanings and they are scouting for more goodies in a neighbour's garden. The sight causes me to lament the loss of more native British birds such as sparrows, starlings, blackbirds, and thrushes. I also reflect on the noise the pigeons make because they are noisy.
What is Ginny thinking? Food!!!!!!!!! How can I get out and catch the birds?
Sounds as though she might be on my side but she would treat all birds no matter how rare.
This sort of exercise can be very enjoyable, and it could enrich the quality of your work.
God Bless
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