author
noun
a person who writes a novel, poem, essay, etc.; the composer of a literary work, as distinguished from a compiler, translator, editor, or copyist.
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
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For the next couple of months, Ben Mathis-Lilley will be authoring the newsletter, and he loves receiving unconstructive criticism in the form of email.
From Slate ● Jun. 14, 2025