Szerzkkel
Szerzkkel is a term used in speculative fiction and world-building discussions to denote a mode of collaborative authorship in which multiple writers create a single work under a unified voice and with shared credit. The term is presented as a neologism inspired by Hungarian morphology, formed from the root szerző (author) and the instrumental plural suffix -kkel, implying "with authors." In practice, szerzkkel projects involve a governance structure for decision-making, credit assignment, and editorial control, designed to produce coherent narratives while maintaining diverse input. Typical features include a core writing ensemble, a rotating editorial lead, a published style guide, and a process for resolving creative disagreements. The concept is used primarily in theoretical discussions about collective storytelling and in role-playing or game design contexts to describe cooperative writing workflows. In fictional settings, organizations or factions governed by szerzkkel rules may act as meta-narrative devices to explore issues of authorship, accountability, and intellectual property in a shared universe.
Etymology: The form mimics real Hungarian morphology; it is not a standard Hungarian word. See also: co-authorship,