Final answer:
The synonym for 'facile' in the context of a writer is B) 'Skilled', implying effortlessness and proficiency.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question is asking for a synonym for the word facile in the context of describing a writer. In this context, facile means that something is done with ease or is effortless. Therefore, the correct answer is B) Skilled, as it implies that the writer does the job with skill and ease.
The options Difficult, Tricky, and Simple do not completely align with the meaning of facile in this particular context, as they imply either a level of complexity, deceit, or plainness that are not associated with being effortlessly proficient.