The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word SCRIBES
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Authors" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case authors = scribes.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does SCRIBES mean?
SCRIBES noun- Someone who writes; a draughtsperson; a writer for another; especially, an official or public writer; an amanuensis, secretary, notary or copyist.
- A writer and doctor of the law; one skilled in the law and traditions; one who read and explained the law to the people.
- A very sharp, steel drawing implement used in engraving and etching, a scriber.
- (in particular) A journalist.