同人作家
Meanings
1
dōjin writer; fanfiction writer; coterie author
Refers to a writer who creates self-published or fan-based works, often in manga, novels, or games, typically distributed at events like Comiket. The term is neutral but strongly associated with otaku culture.
See also: 同人
She is a popular dōjin writer who releases a new book at every Comiket.
While working as a dōjin writer, he is aiming to become a professional manga artist.