A byline is a printed line of text accompanying a news story, article, or the like, giving the authors name. It tells the reader who wrote the article and gives credit to the author. Bylines are commonly placed between the headline and the text of the article, although some magazines place bylines at the bottom of the page to leave more room for graphical elements around the headline. Bylines are used to establish credibility in the authors area of expertise and to create relationships with publications for future engagement. Bylined articles are a powerful PR tool that can position the author as an expert on the topic theyre writing about and showcase them as a thought leader in their field.