There are two main types of characterization:
* Direct characterization: The author explicitly tells the reader about the character's traits. This can be through narration, dialogue, or even the character's thoughts.
* Indirect characterization: The author reveals the character's traits through their actions, words, thoughts, and interactions with other characters. This allows the reader to infer the character's personality.
By using both direct and indirect characterization, an author can create complex, well-rounded characters that feel real and relatable to readers.