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40 min
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Should I Use a Pen Name? Self-Publishing Puzzle
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- Entrepreneurship
Should I publish my novel under my legal name or a pen name? In this episode, Ryan will walk you through all the ins and outs of the "nom de plume" — why you may or may not want to use one, the benefits and drawbacks of each path, and how to actually choose a pen name if you want to use one.
Key Topics:
Ryan reveals the pen name he'll be using for his project!
The ethics and history of pen name usage
Using a pen name to shield your identity, separate your work, or keep unwanted eyes from finding it!
Why using a pen name might not be a great idea, depending on your goals for your book
To read a full transcription of this episode, please visit www.selfpublishingpuzzle.com
You can also find the show on all your favorite social media channels, including: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
Should I publish my novel under my legal name or a pen name? In this episode, Ryan will walk you through all the ins and outs of the "nom de plume" — why you may or may not want to use one, the benefits and drawbacks of each path, and how to actually choose a pen name if you want to use one.
Key Topics:
Ryan reveals the pen name he'll be using for his project!
The ethics and history of pen name usage
Using a pen name to shield your identity, separate your work, or keep unwanted eyes from finding it!
Why using a pen name might not be a great idea, depending on your goals for your book
To read a full transcription of this episode, please visit www.selfpublishingpuzzle.com
You can also find the show on all your favorite social media channels, including: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
40 min