What does the cryptic crossword clue "Keynote article by the author (5)" mean?

The definition is "Keynote". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). THE (synonym="definite article") + ME (synonym="author – setter") = THEME; definition: "Keynote" The answer is THEME.

Keynote article by the author (5)

Times Cryptic #28586 | 13 Across | 2023-04-25 flower

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