author Definition
a person who writes books, stories, or articles, especially as a job.
Using author: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "author" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She is the author of several best-selling novels.
Example
The article was written by an anonymous author.
Example
He is a well-known author in the field of science fiction.
author Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for author
Phrases with author
co-author
to write a book, article, etc. with another person
Example
She co-authored the book with her colleague.
author's note
a note at the beginning or end of a book, article, etc. that is written by the author and gives additional information about the work
Example
The author's note explained the inspiration behind the novel.
a person who is hired to write a book, article, etc. for someone else who is named as the author
Example
The celebrity's autobiography was actually written by a ghostwriter.
Origins of author
from Old French 'auctor', from Latin 'auctor', meaning 'originator' or 'promoter'
Summary: author in Brief
An 'author' [ˈɔːθə(r)] is a person who writes books, stories, or articles, especially as a job. They may be known for their work in a particular genre or field, such as science fiction or journalism. Phrases like 'co-author' and 'author's note' refer to collaborative writing or additional information provided by the author. Synonyms for 'author' include 'writer,' 'novelist,' and 'essayist.'
