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The Pros and Cons of Using a Pen Name

The Pros and Cons of Using a Pen Name

Update: 2025-08-19
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Pen names sound mysterious and freeing—but for indie authors, they can raise tough questions about visibility, privacy, and marketing. In this episode of Indie Author Blueprint, Michelle Rayburn explores the real pros and cons of using a pen name, including the emotional reasons behind the choice and the challenges of staying anonymous while trying to grow a platform. A must-listen for anyone considering a pseudonym in publishing.

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The Pros and Cons of Using a Pen Name

The Pros and Cons of Using a Pen Name

Michelle Rayburn