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

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