In today’s episode, Danikka and Erin dive headfirst into the world of pen names — why you might want one, how it could help you, and what roadblocks to watch out for.

Whether it’s to keep your personal life private, or to make sure grandma never finds out what you’ve really been thinking about hot demons, pen names can be a powerful tool for creating a clear separation between your writing work and real life.

If you’re a new author trying to decide which path to take, tune in to find out whether publishing under a pseudonym might be your best next step.