Hey Guidesters!
Here’s where you can submit awesome character descriptions in the comments below, for a chance for them to be featured in my next post. You can submit something you’ve written, or a description you’ve read (be sure to let me know who wrote it.)
Here’s an example of a character description:
With his wispy white hair and constant grin, he looked like a cross between Santa and the guy on the McDonald’s logo.
or
Behind their bored gazes, I knew they were taking in my faded shorts, my ears that stuck out like I was always trying to eavesdrop, and my new low taper fade haircut.
For tips on character descriptions, check my last post out: https://www.guidemagazine.org/stories/writing-tips-post-character-descriptions/
The contest runs from today, October 1, 2025 to October 10, 2025 at 4 PM.
Happy writing, Guidesters! Looking forward to seeing the submissions pop up in the comments.
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This is a description I wrote about one of my book characters, Lydia Zeke (AKA Raena). It is told from a peer’s perspective.
Lydia had gorgeous hazel eyes and a smooth complexion. Her face was slightly tan and her lips were a dark shade of pink. Her eyes weren’t wide like a trapped animal’s, they were almost slitted although Lilac could tell that they were naturally almond-shaped. Even under the knee-length skirt Lilac could see that she moved with a free, graceful, and easy tread. She wished that she wasn’t deaf to see if she could hear Lydia walking, but she doubted that anyone that graceful would clomp like an elephant. When she was stammering she sounded like a frightened animal or someone who couldn’t think straight. Her voice was expressionless and flat. But Lilac could clearly tell what Lydia was feeling now: anger and fear. Her emotions carried into her voice. Her voice itself was shocking. It demanded attention and respect and had a deep, rich, beautiful sound. She had a slight accent. Lilac was spellbound by the beautiful voice that came from this angry girl’s mouth.
Thanks for the entry, Jojo! You’re the first!
I would like to introduce you to one of the coolest characters in my story: Yaza Smith! 🌟 She’s a spirited teenage girl who thrives on adventure and exploration. Whether she’s climbing trees 🌳, uncovering hidden gems in her town 💎, or studying for her next vocabulary test with her friends 📚, Yaza is always eager to dive into whatever fun awaits her. Her enthusiasm is truly infectious, and she has an amazing ability to make even the simplest moments feel exciting.
Yaza has jet-black hair with playful purple highlights 💜, striking dark purple eyes 👀, and slightly tanned skin. She’s rarely seen without her favorite oversized purple witch hat 🎩, which she wears a little askew.
Her thoughts are often scattered like squirrels 🐿️, as she can’t live without adventures! Her voice is soft and has a lively quality to it. However, she often zones out, so don’t expect her to be fully alert all the time. 😴
Her footsteps are loud and energetic—she can never be quiet.
That’s my description of Yaza!
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That’s a great description! Yaza sounds alot like one of my friends except for a few details.
Oooh, thanks for the entry, Gabriella!!
So Bookwormjo can I use my character description that I used on MAP .02 or does it have to be a different one?
Sure, you can use it!
okay! thanks! is it too late to post it today?
There’s still time to post your character description! 😅 Send it in today!
Deadline extended to Friday, October 17! Spread the word!
She’s bouncing down the street ahead of me, not heeding the spray of water she’s sending back into my face. Now that I think about it, she might be doing it on purpose. Every so often, she bends, tweezes something off the sidewalk, and plops it into the grass. Worms. She hates touching them, but can’t stand to see them get shriveled up and stepped on.
She’s swimming in a bright yellow rain poncho that’s two sizes too big. Tio Gonzales was going to take it back, but apparently she likes “being encased in crinkly stuff”. She looks like a giant yellow kite.
We reach our destination: Claire’s Book Cafe. Krysta tumbles through the door, calling “HI CLAIRE!!”
Claire’s response doesn’t match Krysta’s enthusiasm. Not because she isn’t, but because no one can match Krysta’s enthusiasm.
Krysta orders a Danish and a Carmel Crunch Decaf. I, personally, think the last thing she needs is coffee. Or sugar. But apparently, I “owe her one,” so I can’t make any comments.
Krysta has somehow teleported over to the books. She bends over them, considering. I know she’s rubbing the scar on her chin, how she always does when she’s trying to make a decision. Maybe it’s because when she got it, she was trying to decide if she should jump over or duck under the boundary wire surrounding our church’s parking lot while running at top speed…
She runs her hand through the shocks of electric blue in her hair. That means she’s found a book that she likes. She zips over to my table to show me her prize.
“Another graphic novel?” I tease. “You’ll finish it in five minutes.”
“Shaddup, Carlos.” She thwacks the top of my head with the spine of the book. “This series is absolutely, positively, without-a-doubt the BEST I have ever read and so you can take your little comments into the bathroom and shut the door. The characters are so relatable and the dialogue is perfect and the expressions! THE EXPRESSIONS, CARLOS!….” She keeps going. For a considerably long time. She hasn’t even paid for the book yet. I finally stuff her uneaten Danish in her open mouth to shut her up.
She narrows her eyes, even as she chews. “Don’t forget, you’re paying,” she says. Actually it’s more like “Don’ fuige tyoo paeyng,” but we’re twins. We understand each other.
As we stand at the counter, I reluctantly parting with my hard-earned money, Krysta inspecting the bookish stickers, Claire says “When did this happen?” She points at Krysta’s blue highlights. “I approve.”
Krysta laughs. “It was for a costume, this summer…I liked it so much I never went back.”
“What did your parents think?”
“Oh, you know. If you ask, and then do it, they’ll get mad. If you don’t ask, and do it, they’re just fine.”
Claire chuckles. “Yep, sounds about right. Here’s your change.”
Um, the end? Sorry, it took so long. Hope this is what you were looking for, BookwormJo?
Whatever, ‘twas fun to write.
Hasta luego, guidesters!
oops for got to say: This character description is of Krystalina Estefania Narvaez, as told by her twin brother, Carlos.