Author photos are important parts of a book, and need to be described. You can approach the description the way you would describe any portrait.
The summary sentence can state it is the author's portrait.
Remember to include:
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What they are wearing
Facial expression if it stands out
Any extra details only if they stand out (sometimes they are holding props, or have a pet with them, or are sitting outside in a garden, etc..)
Author photos are considers Simple Image Types as they only need about 3 sentences.
If you have any questions, post your question on the
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The average for writing a simple image is 3 minutes. The average for editing a simple image is 1 minute
Sometimes images will require so research on your end and will take longer than average. For example, when describing art, you want to use the right terminology for the style of art you are describing and a quick search on the art piece or artist can help. This is also try for culturally specific items. For more information, go to
Glossary of Alt-text Terms and
General Guidelines.
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