Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
novelist
noun
/ˈnɒv.ə.lɪst/
Definition
A novelist is a person who writes novels, a type of fictional narrative that tells a story through the development of characters and a plot.
Examples
- Jane Austen is considered one of the greatest novelists of all time.
- The novelist spent years researching to ensure her story was accurate and immersive.
- Many novelists participate in writing workshops to refine their craft.
Meaning
The term specifically refers to someone whose primary work is the writing of long fiction, generally prose, aimed at being published as a book.
Synonyms
- author
- writer
- storyteller
- scripter