Tessa_Renalds
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I have a question for readers and writers alike: How can one effectively write for a character who is mute—as their only form of language may be sign language. As a reader what would be aesthetically pleasing to see?
Option 1:
or
Option 2:
I only ask because I have a character in a story of mine who is mute and conversations around him typically involve sign language or if he has time, to write it out.
I’ve thought about different styles and ways but I wanted to get a better collective understanding. Just wanted to get some insight. Thank you :)
Option 1:
Nin-Nin signed several signals using his hands, conversing to Azlyn what he wanted interpreted. She gauged what he wanted said and turned to the group. “He says we should go west.” |
Option 2:
Nin-Nin signed, Go west from here. Azlyn nodded, and then she reiterated what he wanted to the group. |
I only ask because I have a character in a story of mine who is mute and conversations around him typically involve sign language or if he has time, to write it out.
I’ve thought about different styles and ways but I wanted to get a better collective understanding. Just wanted to get some insight. Thank you :)