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Author

Person who writes literary works.

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An author is a person who writes books, articles, stories, or other literary works. Authors may write fiction, non-fiction, poetry, scripts, and more.

Etymology

From Old French autor, from Latin auctor (author, originator), related to augere (to increase).

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An author is someone who writes books, stories, or articles - like J.K. Rowling wrote the Harry Potter series.

Fun Facts

The word 'author' comes from the Latin word 'auctor,' meaning 'creator or originator'
Some authors use pseudonyms, or pen names, to publish their work
Agatha Christie is the best-selling author of all time

FAQ

What does an author do? Authors create written works, such as books and articles
How are authors paid? They typically earn money through royalties or a salary from publishers
Can anyone be an author? Yes, anyone can write and publish their work

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

writer novelist playwright

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

creator writer

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

novelist poet screenwriter

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

book article publication

Indexes

creative historical culture literary work

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