Why Having a Pen Name Can Be a Risky Move  Mask Image  Having a
pen name is one of the oldest traditions of being a writer. Even
Homer, the famed author of the Illiad, is more of a mythical
figure than a real person. Writer’s select pen names for a
variety of reasons. Some feel their “real” lives might be harmed
if it is known what they write, others just think a new name
sounds better and still others want to try two different writing
styles or subjects without interference from past works. In
fact, even publishers can demand an author use a pen name, as
was the case with J.K. Rowling. [Read more…]  Content Freelance
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