Should I Use a Nom De Plume?
There Are Several Legitimate Reasons to Use a Pseudonym. You Simply May Not Like Your Real Name, or It Doesn't Fit the Genre in Which You're Writing. Your...
There are several legitimate reasons to use a pseudonym. You simply may not like your real name, or it doesn't fit the genre in which you're writing. Your employer may not want you known as an author, or your profession may demand your anonymity. (People who work in the mental health field are a good example of this.)
Why do authors use nom de plumes?
The definition of a pseudonym (or nom de plume in French) is a fake name used by a writer when writing and publishing their work in order to protect themselves or increase the chance of success.
Why you shouldn't use a pen name?
Pen names can complicate social gatherings, especially if you forget and introduce yourself to someone under your given name, or fail to respond when someone calls you by your pen name. Also, conferences and signings may become challenging if you're juggling two names.
Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.
