Characterization refers to the process where an author introduces and then describes a character. The character can be described directly by the author or indirectly through the actions, thoughts, and speech of the characters.
I definitely use this. May times we will be introduced to a character, then later, I will give detail if the character is to be a primary character.
Chatubath rose from her well-organized desk; spoke to her teammates; grabbed a clipboard, notebook, and pen; then hurried forward. Her teammates followed.
Chatubath’s blue eyes betrayed her shock. “Not a clue,” she answered slowly, shaking her head.
Tom’s eyes met hers in a hard glare. “Chatubath, you know how much I care for you and how I respect your position as Nakar’s primary assistant. Please don’t ask. If I know anything, I would be bound not to say.”
Hmmmm, looks like her description is no longer here. Lets go to another character.
“There you are, Tom!” The excited voice of an elderly figure came from far across the room, piercing the drone of aimless chatter. Wearing a brown tweed sport jacket and faded blue jeans, the jolly manlike creature scurried toward Tom with a slight waddle. “Where’ve you been? I’ve been looking everywhere for you.”
Tom glanced around …
Professor Tur’s salt-and-pepper hair accented his disposition.
The professor’s smile widened with excitement.
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