=== Guest Author Meta Block ===
Contributors: ghost-ng
Tags: guest author, post meta, search extension, block
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.7
Stable tag: 1.3
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Short Description: Enables custom guest author attribution and integrates guest author names into WordPress search.

== Description ==
This plugin allows users to assign guest author names to posts using custom meta fields. It extends the WordPress search functionality to include guest author names in results.

== Installation ==
1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/guest-author-search` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3. Assign guest author names to posts via the post meta box.
4. Search for posts by guest author names through the default WordPress search.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= How does the plugin work? =
The plugin adds a custom meta field `_guest_author_name` to posts. This field is searchable using the standard WordPress search function.

= Can I customize the meta field? =
Yes, the `_guest_author_name` meta field can be modified or extended to support additional metadata.

== Screenshots ==
1. Guest author block
2. Guest author meta box
3. Adjust popular styling
4. Admin setting to adjust placeholder default values

== Changelog ==
= 1.3 =
* Added shortcodes to display the author list
* Added rest api endpoint

= 1.2 =
* Added search integration for guest author meta fields.

= 1.1 =
* Fixed minor bugs and improved performance.

= 1.0 =
* Initial release.

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.2 =
Ensure compatibility with WordPress 6.7.  
