authors Definition
a writer of a book, article, or document.
Using authors: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "authors" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The author of this book is a famous novelist.
Example
She is one of the most successful authors of our time.
Example
The article was written by several authors.
authors Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with authors
best-selling author
an author whose books have sold many copies
Example
He is a best-selling author of crime novels.
co-author
to write a book or article with another person
Example
She co-authored the book with her sister.
author's note
a note at the beginning or end of a book, usually written by the author, explaining some aspect of the book
Example
The author's note explained the inspiration for the story.
Origins of authors
from Old French 'auctor', from Latin 'auctor', meaning 'originator, producer'
Summary: authors in Brief
An 'author' [ˈɔːθəz] is a writer of a book, article, or document. They are responsible for creating the content and ideas presented in their work. Phrases like 'best-selling author' and 'co-author' describe different aspects of an author's career, while 'author's note' refers to a note at the beginning or end of a book explaining some aspect of the book.
