Why did writers have pen names?
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Why did writers have pen names?
Today, many writers may use pen names to disguise their true identity for their day jobs, not wanting their bosses or colleagues to know that they write a particular genre and be subject to scrutiny or embarrassment. It may be unsettling for some to find out their surgeon is a prolific writer of murder-thriller novels.
Choosing a pseudonym can be as daunting as naming a character, especially since the character is you. The simplest pen name would be a variation of your own name, such as a middle name, nickname, or initials. Many authors change only their last name so they don’t have to remember what first name to use at conferences.
Who invented pen name?
A student in Paris, Romanian Petrache Poenaru invented a fountain pen that used a quill as an ink reservoir. The French Government patented this in May 1827. Fountain pen patents and production then increased in the 1850s. The first patent on a ballpoint pen was issued on October 30, 1888, to John J Loud.
Why does JK Rowling use a pen name?
After Robert Galbraith was revealed to be a pseudonym for Rowling, the author claimed the inspiration for the name was a combination for the late Robert F. Kennedy and “Ella Galbraith,” a name she made up for herself in her youth. Be that as it may, the name had a fascination for me.”
Some female authors have used pen names to ensure that their works were accepted by publishers and/or the public. Such is the case of Peru’s Clarinda, whose work was published in the early 17th century. More often, women have adopted masculine pen names.
Do writers still use pen names?
The use of pseudonyms by writers and artists has been a popular practice throughout the centuries, and using a pen name is a well-known practice even today. While pen names may be less common than they were in the past, they are still a good option to consider for modern authors!
Do journalists use pen names?
On one hand it’s very easy to defend the use of pen names and aliases; they’re widely used in many forms within journalism & elsewhere. Likewise, journalists may need to adopt pen names and aliases in order to protect sources, their contacts, or other inside sources of information.