Pen Names
I’ve been toying with the idea of a pen name for years and want your input. I’ve noticed that most published writers in the CBA use their real names and seem to give out sensitive information about their kids and where they live right on the book jacket. I’m just curious as to why? Maybe I’m a little more paranoid cautious, but a pen name seems like it’d keep away many unwanted problems.
So what do you published and nonpublished writers think? What do you use and why? And why do you think more writers don’t use pen names? It seems like in this day and age, that would be the practice and not the exception.
Since I’m not published I feel I still have a choice and want to make the best one for me and my family. So let me know what you’re thinking!