Podcasts about Pen name

In this episode, we are joined by Clare Leslie Hall, author of Broken Country, Clare's debut novel in the US and Canada. Broken Country is described as “A sweeping love story with the pace and twists of a thriller” and is a novel “of simmering passion, impossible choices, and explosive consequences that toggles between the past and present to explore the far-reaching legacy of first love.” Broken Country is available now from Simon & Schuster Canada. Clare is also the author of romantic suspense novels Him and Mine under the name Clare Empson. We spoke to Clare about her journey to becoming a published author, writing romantic suspense novels, Broken Country's cross-genre appeal, writing under a pen name, staying dedicated to her stories, having film rights for her novel purchased, and much more! Follow Clare on Instagram and see more of Clare's books on Kobo.

This week Erin M. Evans B. Dave Walters and Treavor Bettis are joined by Jasmine Silvera! Together they discuss finding a Pen Name and how they go about deciding on their Next Projects. Special Guest: Jasmine Silbera (Binding Shadows, Death's Dancer) https://www.instagram.com/authorjasminesilvera/ Starring: Erin M Evans (Empire of Exiles, Brimstone Angels) https://bsky.app/profile/erinmevans.bsky.social B. Dave Walters (A Darkened Wish, Black Dice Society) https://bsky.app/profile/bdavewalters.bsky.social Treavor Bettis (Difficulty Class, Champions of Lore) https://bsky.app/profile/thetreavor.bsky.social Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/MdSVsfpTzu Buy Relics of Ruin! Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Relics-Ruin-Books-Usurper-2/dp/031644104X Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/relics-of-ruin-erin-m-evans/1143299833?ean=9780316441049 Check out B. Dave's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bdavewalters Enroll in B. Dave's 14 Day Writer: https://www.theundisputedacademy.com/14-day-writer-home-page

Attending this year's National Cartoonists Society conference and Reuben Awards has changed Dave's bucket list. He wants one of those danged trophies! (And so does Brad.) Also, after Dave looks at the analytics from his recent Kickstarter, he decides to leave Twitter and Instagram once and for all.On Today's ShowUPDATE: ComicLab stingersDave's new Bucket ListUPDATE: Dave's Kickstarter convinces him to leave both Twitter and InstagramUPDATE: Patreon's AutopilotToo many different comics?Pen name for a teacher? Taking a break to build up your bufferMade with Human Intelligence iconsArtificial IntelligenceSummaryIn this episode, Brad and Dave discuss their bucket list goals for their comics careers and the importance of leaving a legacy. Dave reveals his desire to win the Reuben Award and an Eisner, sell a book with high sales, and be invited to Angoulême or Japan as a guest. They also discuss the effectiveness of social media platforms for promoting their work. In the next half hour of the conversation, the hosts discuss Patreon's new Autopilot feature, which sends discounts to selected free members who seem likely to upgrade. They also talk about the importance of picking a lane and building a brand as a cartoonist and the benefits of using a pen name when transitioning to a new career. The hosts advise against switching between different comic genres and styles, as it can make it challenging to build an audience. They also recommend removing old comics that didn't gain traction and focusing on creating high-quality, well-branded work. The conversation explores using AI in creative work and the implications of labeling work as 'not made with AI.' The hosts discuss using pen names and the creative freedom it allows. They also touch on the challenges of typography on curved surfaces and the potential hypocrisy of artists when it comes to AI. They discuss AI's short-term and long-term impact on the creative industry.TakeawaysTechnical difficulties can be frustrating, but finding solutions and recording is essential.Having goals and aspirations in your comics career, such as winning awards or achieving high book sales, can provide motivation and a sense of accomplishment.Creators often desire to leave a legacy, which can be achieved through awards, book sales, and recognition from peers.Different social media platforms have varying levels of effectiveness for promoting comics, and it's crucial to find the ones that work best for you.Sharing your goals and aspirations with others can help hold you accountable and provide support and encouragement.Patreon's Autopilot feature sends discounts to free members who are likely to upgrade, improving the free-to-paid membership upgrade rate.Picking a lane and building a brand is vital for cartoonists to attract and retain an audience.Using a pen name can be beneficial when transitioning to a new career, such as becoming a public school teacher.Switching between different comic genres and styles can make it challenging to build an audience.Taking down old comics that didn't gain traction and focusing on creating high-quality, well-branded work can help build momentum and attract readers. Using a pen name can provide creative freedom and allow exploring different themes and styles.Typography on curved surfaces can be challenging and requires advanced skills.Artists may have hypocritical views on AI, being against its use in certain areas but accepting it in others.The short-term impact of AI in the creative industry may involve a crash-and-burn scenario due to wasted VC money, but in the long term, AI is here to stay.The ethical sourcing of AI is an essential consideration for its acceptance in creative work. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

Welcome to Day 2471 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Theology Thursday – Who Wrote the Book of Proverbs – I Dare You Not To Bore Me With The Bible. Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2471 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2471 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Today is the twenty-fourth lesson in our segment, Theology Thursday. Utilizing excerpts from a book titled: I Dare You Not To Bore Me With The Bible written by Hebrew Bible scholar and professor the late Dr. Michael S Heiser, we will invest a couple of years going through the entire Bible, exploring short Biblical lessons that you may not have received in Bible classes or Church. The Bible is a wonderful book. Its pages reveal the epic story of God's redemption of humankind and the long, bitter conflict against evil. Yet it's also a book that seems strange to us. While God's Word was written for us, it wasn't written to us. Today, our lesson is: Who Wrote the Book of Proverbs? Who Wrote the Book of Proverbs? The first book of Proverbs announces, “These are the proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel” (compare Prov 10:1; 25:1). By its own testimony, though, the book of Proverbs had many authors: “These are the sayings of the wise [literally, wise ones]” (Prov 24:23). This same idea—that the proverbs in the book were written by several sages—is reiterated in Proverbs 1:6 and 22:17. But old traditions die hard, and the authorship of these proverbs is still debated. What role did Solomon actually play in writing this Wisdom literature? Solomon Had a Pen Name? In some passages of Proverbs, the sages who wrote the book are named. Proverbs 30 was written by Agur, son of Jakeh (30:1), but we know nothing else about him. Some believe Agur is a pen name for Solomon. However, there is little evidence to support this. The name may also be translated more commonly as “the assembler,” which may point to an anonymous collector of proverbs who also wrote chapter 30. Proverbs 31:1 informs us that King Lemuel wrote the famous chapter about the virtuous woman. In this verse, we learn that Lemuel was taught proverbs by his mother. There is little else known about this elusive king. Jewish tradition views the writer as yet another pen name of Solomon, but there is no reliable proof for this connection. In the Tradition of Solomon Proverbs 25:1 provides another insight into authorship: “These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied.” The word translated “copied” can also mean “transcribed.” This suggests that some of the proverbs (perhaps chapters 25-29) were produced by scribes living in the days of Hezekiah (ca. 715-687 bc), after the lifetime of Solomon. At least one anonymous sage did contribute to Proverbs. Portions of Proverbs 22-23 come from an Egyptian wisdom text composed before Solomon's lifetime, The Instruction of Amenemope.- In addition,...

Song: Quiet At First Music by: Eileen Webb Lyrics by: Kai Skye   Notes: How often do you get to sing with a thrush? Eileen Webb has made that possible for us... and so we get full enjoyment out of it, singing the entire song twice after learning it. The song itself, with words from Kai Skye, is a succinct reminder to drop in to that sensation of connection to all living things and how good it feels. What could be better? Recording this was unusual for me, because instead of loops on Loopy (where I just have to get it sounding right once!), it's layered tracks because of singing with the thrush... so I got to practice staying centered for the entire length of the song... not once, not twice, but three times plus a bit! It was really good for me -- so thank you for singing with me and perusing the A Breath of Song library -- I love the way my sense of responsibility to you keeps me in practice.   Songwriter Info: Eileen is a consultant and facilitator who helps tech companies build stronger relationships within and across their teams. She loves how music-making helps create deep connections in diverse groups of people, and leads the circlesinging community in Portland, Maine.   Sharing Info: The song is free to share, but please remember to share the lyrics credit to Kai Skye as well!   Song Learning Time Stamps: Start time of teaching: 00:04:33 Start time of reprise: 00:18:11   Links: Eileen's Portland circlesinging group: https://www.meetup.com/circlesinging-portland/. Kai's art website: https://flyingedna.com/ Note: For credit purposes, his NAME is Kai Skye, his PEN NAME (also his previous name) is Brian Andreas, and the site where people can buy his arts is Flying Edna.   Nuts & Bolts: 4:4, major, 2-3 part harmony plus some extras   Join the A Breath of Song Mailing list to receive a heads up as a new episode is released, plus a large version of the artwork, brief thoughts from my slightly peculiar brain... and occasional extras when they seem vitally important! No junk -- I will never sell your address. I read out all your names into my living room when I send new mailings... I appreciate the connection to you who are listening and singing these songs with me.   Exchange energy with A Breath of Song with dollars at the Gratitude Jar, or by making comments, leaving reviews, suggesting songs or songwriters (including yourself) ..... your participation matters!

Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including: "CCC Announces Collective Solution for Internal AI Licenses," "Audible Rolls Out New Royalty Plan," and "Hachette Reorgs Workman, Moves Algonquin into Little, Brown." Then, stick around for a chat with Katherine Wood! Katherine Wood – QUICK FACTS: Hometown: Jackson, Mississippi University: University of Southern California Current city: Atlanta, Georgia Lived the longest in: Los Angeles, CA Favorite city: Barcelona, Spain Favorite food: dark chocolate Favorite drink: Aperol spritz Favorite holiday: Halloween Loves: yoga, hiking, travel, words, house music, sunshine, red lipstick, modern art, fireworks, laughter Family: husband, two daughters, a naughty pug, a ferocious kitty Previous jobs: actress, screenwriter, director, producer, photographer, singer-songwriter, legal assistant, real estate agent, yoga instructor, bartender, travel coordinator Previous pen name: Katherine St. John (The Lion's Den, The Siren, The Vicious Circle) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/writersink/support

Episode #116. This week on the podcast, I sat down with Elle Evans, an anesthesiologist and academic researcher by day, and a writer by night, who shares the emotional rollercoaster of her writing journey publishing under a not-so-secret pen name.  Elle delves into the intrinsic joy she finds both in her day job and pouring her soul into her writing, emphasizing the importance of cultivating an expansive life outside the hospital.  In this episode, she vulnerably recounts the challenges she faced, including the exhaustion of countless rejections and the inner turmoil of questioning whether to continue pursuing her dream.  Despite facing numerous setbacks and doubts, Elle persevered through the process of submissions and revisions, supported by her unwavering determination and the steadfast encouragement of her loved ones. Tune in to hear how Elle navigates her dual identities and be inspired to chase your dreams, no matter how diverse they may be. Connect with Elle Evans: Website Instagram Buy Wedding Issues by Elle Evans Connect with Lupe: Website Instagram

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of Stephen King's “Carrie”, Ryan Hooey explores a string of titles King published under a pen name following the success of his first horror novel.

In this episode, Steve chats with Dov Preminger (pen name Dave Gerrard), discussing his legal thriller, 'The Law of the Sea.' They delve into the inspiration behind the book, the intricacies of maritime law, and the writing process. Dov also shares details about his latest techno thriller, 'Glyph.'  00:00 Introduction to Dov Preminger 00:17 Reason for a Pen Name 02:05 Synopsis of 'The Law of the Sea' 03:43 Inspiration and Research 20:14 Dov's Legal Background 25:18 The Reality of Legal Battles 29:12 New Novel 'Glyph' 31:08 Wrap-up and Where to Find the BooksTranscript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/7IpaW3QKt9FYou can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://atozhistorypage.start.pagewww.beyondthebigscreen.comClick to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.com Parthenon Podcast Network Home: parthenonpodcast.comOn Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistoryhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://facebook.com/atozhistorypagehttps://twitter.com/atozhistorypagehttps://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/Music Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Meet Joe! Here is the Bio Joe sent me. He writes better than I can!! "In the interest of full disclosure, I will explain my pen name, Joseph Stanley. My birth name is Joseph Stanley Suchocki. My father's name, Stanley, is the origin of my middle name. So in a respectful nod to my father, I am using Joseph Stanley as my pen name. I know he would have enjoyed our names being together in my literary endeavors. My personality and writing characteristics are based on a variety of experiences. Being a baby boomer and Capricorn started the ball rolling in January 1946. High school and two years of college were highlighted by my playing in a true-to-form sixties garage band of western Michigan fame. The next major influence was five years (1966–1971) of service in the army; I spent two years in Vietnam and reached the rank of captain. My claim to fame in service was coming home in one piece and of sound mind. While I appreciate and understand people thanking me for my service, I simply saw it as an expected duty to be fulfilled. After military service, I started working in medical sales and sales management, eventually becoming an independent entrepreneur. That chapter started with my founding a national consulting company, where I spent thirty-five years conducting hundreds of seminars throughout the country and writing policy manuals, newsletters, training programs, and more. Heading into retirement, I battled depression (see the preface), which launched my journey into being a fiction writer. I began studying the art of writing, with a goal of creating and publishing stories in various formats. And as you read this, my journey as an author continues to be a work in progress. I invite you to check out my author's website (www.stanleywrites.com) and follow me on Facebook (JosephStanleyWrites). I hope you've enjoyed or will enjoy Collective Vengeance, and look for the sequels, Counter Vengeance in 2025 and Serial Vengeance in 2026." This episode is sponsored by: Dwelling Realty - https://dwellingrealty.com/ 369 River Street Manistee, Michigan 49660 (231) 887-4455 The Outsider of Manistee - https://www.outsidermanistee.com/ 231-299-1235 457 River St. Manistee Mi, 49660 Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts 231-398-9770 www.ramsdelltheatre.org

It's our most useful, actionable, practical show yet! Stufffed with handy tips and constructive advice for cartoonists and comic creators!ON TODAY'S SHOWPen namesUPDATE: Dave's Kickstarter at picklesbook.com UPDATE: Patreon Welcome surveysHonorifics, acronyms, and abbreviations in word balloons.  You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

Our guest today, Kiwi author Melissa Pearl, has five pen names across multiple genres and has been learning about self publishing since she published her first book in 2011. Since then she's published more than 80 books, and shares with us some real and raw insights into the career of an indie author, including all the highs and the lows. When she launched her latest pen name last year, she made sure she used everything she'd learned over that time to ensure her new pen name was successful right from the start. Melissa generously tells us exactly what she did to create her latest pen name, and every step she took along the way to make it successful. Don't miss this information packed episode! 

In this week's episode of The Best Guest we're talking about if you can guest on podcasts using a pen name.Key TakeawaysPen names can be utilised to protect identity, maintain anonymity, or address legal and safety concerns during podcast appearances.Throughout history, well-known authors like JK Rowling, Agatha Christie, Stephen King, and Mark Twain have used pen namesIt is indeed feasible to implement a podcast interview strategy while using a pen name. Make sure to clearly communicate the desired level of anonymity required to your marketing team and/or podcast booking agency.Practical considerations for authors using pen names in podcasts include the likelihood of hosts requesting a headshot and the increasing use of video elements. Authors are encouraged to choose podcasts aligning with their privacy preferences or discuss with hosts possible methods, such as using avatars or turning the camera off, to conceal identity during interviews.Despite potential privacy concerns, using a pen name is not a barrier to leveraging podcast interviews for various benefits. Authors can still grow their platform, increase website traffic, boost book sales, improve SEO, and build a personal brand through podcast appearances.Connect with Victoria BennionTo learn more about working with us visit www.victoriabennion.com

Coach Sandra is the CEO and Founder of GDWAH Coaching. She is the Author of two books and has a heart for those who have walked through abuse, trauma, and SRA. As you read about one woman's Journey of Healing from abusive relationships, being a survivor of Satanic Ritual Abuse, (SRA), and having victory in the midst of losing everything several times, it will give you hope that God can redeem everything we go through in this life. Coming from a background of living through various types of abuses has given Coach Sandra the ability to understand those who thought they could never truly heal from the traumas of their pasts. Through it all, she has been broken with the things that break the heart of God making her who she is today. What she shares will help a reader to see that everyone can overcome their battles, as she did. Through her faith, a willingness to change, and a heart for the things of God, He led her into her, "Promise Land." You can find more information on Coach Sandra and her writings by searching on-line for "GDWAH," or by visiting www.gdwah.com and www.gyasminematos-gem.com. You can also reach her at cs@gdwah.com, coachsandra@gdwah.com, and gem@gdwah.com. BOOKS WRITTEN: This one is under my real name | Healing from Abuse and Trauma: A 14-Day Devotional Journal: Collazo, Sandra L.: 9798353256519: Amazon.com: Books My Autobiography is under my Pen Name and has it's own website, but can also be bought on Amazon or where ever books are sold. God Doesn't Waste A Hurt - A Life of Abuse to A Story of Redemption | www.gyasminematos-gem.com | On Amazon: God Doesn't Waste A Hurt: A Life of Abuse to A Story of Redemption - Kindle edition by Matos, Gyasmin E.. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com. COACH SANDRA'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Websites: www.gdwah.com and www.gyasminematos-gem.com Emails: www.cs@gdwah.com, coachsandra@gdwah.com, and gem@gdwah.com Only God Rescued Me: Website: www.onlygodrescuedme.com Contact Lisa: lisa@onlygodrescuedme.com To help support this podcast: PayPal: @Lisa453 Venmo: @lisameister4242 Thank you for joining us today!

Sharing the OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL super exciting news today on NEVER THE ROSES, the book I sold to Tor. I'm explaining the Publisher's Marketplace lingo, how foreign sales work, and why creatives can't be thick-skinned.The sports bra I rave about is here https://forme.therave.co/37FY6Z5MTJAUKQGAThe article I mention on Kumail Nanjiani is here https://www.avclub.com/kumail-nanjiani-eternals-therapy-trauma-marvel-mcu-1851236508You can buy tickets for Wild & Windy in Phoenix (February 2025) here https://www.wildandwindybookevent.com/phoenix-authorsJoin my Patreon and Discord for mentoring, coaching, and conversation with me! Find it at https://www.patreon.com/JeffesClosetYou can always buy print copies of my books from my local indie, Beastly Books! https://www.beastlybooks.com/If you want to support me and the podcast, click on the little heart or follow this link (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jeffekennedy).Sign up for my newsletter here! (https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/r2y4b9)You can watch this podcast on video via YouTube https://youtu.be/f6Ut8d-SBxISupport the showContact Jeffe!Tweet me at @JeffeKennedyVisit my website https://jeffekennedy.comFollow me on Amazon or BookBubSign up for my Newsletter!Find me on Instagram and TikTok!Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Regina and James talk about pen names. Why would you use a pen name, and what are some examples of established authors and their reasons for choosing a pen name?Get Regina's book > Buy CarniSubscribe to James' newsletter by clicking the button below.About This Podcast:From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library, Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing fiction.A great zine needs excellent fiction, and since we are seeking great horror fiction for Book Worms, we created this podcast to give authors advice for writing and submitting.Buy Book Worms on our Etsy pageContact Us:Email (not for submissions): bookwormshorrorzine@gmail.comSubmit your short story (up to 1500 words) to:La Regina Studio, Grundy Commons, 925 Canal Street, Bristol, PA 19007Join us on social to chat Book Worms HorrorAnd for more Book Worms, check out our Instagram for behind-the-scenes of the show and to interact with us every single day.Regina's Haunted Library YouTube ChannelThe Office of Demonology YouTube Channel (James' Channel)The Real Demons of Pop Culture PodcastJames on TikTok This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesippoliti.substack.com

Should you write under a pen name? What are the things to consider when choosing a pen name or pseudonym? What are the legalities of writing under a pen name? If you've ever wondered why some authors write under a different name, or considered doing so yourself, then this is a must-listen episode for you.    For more information and a transcript summary of this and past episodes please visit https://www.jfgibson.com.au/blog  And if you have a question you'd like answered on the podcast, reach out to Jodi on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/jfgibsonwriter or on her website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ 

TONIGHT: The holiday show begins with Professor Serhii Plokhy recounting the backstory of the Russo-Ukrainian War.  Then to Professor Peter Stansky to learn the education of Eric Blair who would in time adopt the pen name of George Orwell and write up his struggles in the Spain Civil war and in wartime Europe.  Also a conversation with WSJ journalist Brett Forrest about the disappearance of the sad young man who invented himself as an FBI helpmate during the war on terror and then turned his peculiar talent for adventure to the Russian attack on Ukraine.  Finally the tragedy of JFK as told by Paul Gregory, who spent much time with Lee and Marina Oswald in the summer of 1962 and who is convincing in telling that Lee Oswald was not a "little man"" or a "patsy" for a conspiracy -- was a deceitful, murderous schemer who believed himself to be destined for history, and who acted entirely alone... 1937 Spain

Guest: Dorajane Apuna-Grummer a.k.a. Joe Donahue Episode Name: Crafting Stories  with Joe Donahue [NANOWRIMO Day 15] Episode Number: 215 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the guest Dorajane Apuna-Grummer is a new writer and learning as fast as she can.  She published her first book under the Pen Name, Jo Donahue. It is an action-adventure Historical Western Romance.  She is working on a series of Western books and has a Mystery planned for NaNoWriMo month.  An active member of the Sacramento Romance Writers, she works full time as an expert witness for the courts on Catastrophic Injuries as a Nurse Life Care Planner.  She loves to write, knit, and drink lots of hot tea. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In this episode, Massiel Valenzuela welcomes her guest, Dorajane Apuna-Grummer, known as Joe Donahue. Dorajane, a registered nurse and expert witness, shares her writing routine and passion for historical westerns, detailing her book "Belle's Dilemma." She discusses upcoming projects, including a series on Pinkerton ladies and a suspenseful Kabul-set story. Dorajane emphasizes the importance of strong female characters, encourages writers to join sprint groups, and highlights the role of editors in refining the writing process.  _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Resources Website - www.blackheartedstudios.com  Patreon Link - https://bit.ly/h2bpatreon Freebie link - https://bit.ly/h2bebook Massiel Email - massiel@blackheartedstudios.com Massiel's Coach.Me site - https://www.coach.me/massielwrites Instagram - www.instagram.com/massielwrites LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/massiel-valenzuela-castaneda/ Facebook  - www.facebook.com/howtowriteabookpodcast ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Check out Paula, the Ultimate VA! https://pearlzconsulting11.wixsite.com/pearlz-va-services Discover the ultimate solution for regaining control with Paula, your dedicated virtual assistant. She'll help you manage your calendar, handle email, conduct research, and even mix and stitch together your podcast episodes. Don't let your to-do list overwhelm you any longer. Get started today! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Follow Dorajane ak.a. Joe Donahue Dorajane Apuna's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorajane-apuna-grummer-306a0a17/ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Like, share, or leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe to our YouTube channel (Blackhearted Studios)   

A pen name is a fictional name that authors choose to use instead of their real name. In this episode, Shelley discusses the advantages and challenges that come with using a pen name when publishing your book. How do you consider the pros and cons carefully? Listen to this episode to find out. Kingdom Writers Conference: Write Your Story Edition We are hosting a FREE online event to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasting legacy. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/story/  

SPECIAL EDITION EPISODE! I was so very happy to sit down with Angie Vish (pen name Skye Claire), Chartered Professional Accountant and author. Please join us as we discuss: the inspiration behind her books, The Best Bedtime Stories for Stressed-Out Adults (books 1 & 2) her personal story of childhood trauma the launch of her … Read More Read More

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In this episode, I share from a Wikipedia article, the ups and the major downs of the life of Joanne Rowling… better known as J.K. Rowling, the author of the 7 book Harry Potter Series! In her own words she said, “She was as poor as one could be and not be homeless,” about the time she lived in a flat she described as mouse infested. How can a woman go from being in the ‘poor house' to being the highest paid author of all time? It only took a bit of imagination!  I am your host, Marci Nettles. I have had a lifetime of opportunities where I had the choice to Breakdown or Breakthrough. It is my hope this Podcast may become your light in the darkness, as you listen to the stories of people I consider “heroes.” Each one had a point where they too had to choose to either Breakdown or Breakthrough! Thank you for listening! For a copy of the article shared in this episode, go to   Find Marci at marcinettles(.)com  

Yes, I am Salty Vixen- Story behind my Pen Name- the story behind my name; my other podcasts: Bedtime Stories with Salty Vixen: https://www.saltyvixenstories.com/free-erotic-audio-stories/ S-Spot with Salty Vixen: https://www.saltyvixenstories.com/s-spot-with-salty-vixen-podcast-article-archive/ Loverotica Stories: https://www.saltyvixenstories.com/loverotica/ Main Website: https://www.saltyvixenstories.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saltyvixen/message

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! To celebrate the upcoming release of my first paranormal cozy, I'm taking you behind the scenes of the creation of Hades's Haunt. As an additional treat, I'm also sharing with you the first two chapters. Topics I discuss on this episode include: ·       How genre-hopping saved me from writing burnout. ·       The emotional toll writing gothic suspense had on me. ·       Why it's important to make writing fun! ·       Why I decided against having a pen name. ·       The inspiration behind my new paranormal cozy, Hades's Haunt. The first half of this episode is my personal reflection on why I stepped outside my usual book genre and the impact it's had on my writing life so far. If you're a paranormal cozy fan, make sure you stick around for the second half of this episode where I share the first two chapters of Hades's Haunt. Hades's Haunt will be released on July 11th 2023. You can preorder your copy now from:  https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt If this episode piqued your interest in my gothic suspense novel, Unspoken Truths, click here to purchase as either an eBook or paperback: https://books2read.com/unspokentruths Find all my books at https://jobuer.com or https://books2read.com/jobuer If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you know of someone who will make a great guest for a future episode of Alchemy for Authors, please email me your interest here: jo@jobuer.com Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

LEE'S BOOKS discussed on the show:The FixerChaos AgentShatteredMy first podcast with Lee OTHER BOOKS DISCUSSEDIf I don't Ask by E J NoyesProject Hail Mary by Andy WeirStrange Attractors by Ana K Wrenn Lee Winter OnlineWebsiteTwitterFacebook Natalie Miller-Snell OnlineJoin the GAP waitlist: https://nmscoaching.co.uk/gap-waitlistInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmscoaching/Be The Change Community: https://bthechange.mn.co/Free Download: Self-Belief and Confidence GuideWebsite: https://nmscoaching.co.ukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-miller-snell/Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/nmscoachingFinding Your Purpose Programme: https://nmscoaching.co.uk/finding-your-purpose

AITApod LIve Show, Friday March 17th in Los Angeles: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/528040251607(under 10 tickets remain, we recommend you buy now)(11:21) - AITA for breaking up with my boyfriend over the Tubi Super Bowl Commercial?(16:17) - AITA for refusing to give my father and his wife money that was given to me by mom?(30:53) - AITA for telling my girlfriend that she needs to learn when to STFU?(40:37) - AITA for demanding my girlfriend tell me her pen name?Free stickers and submit at: https://aitapod.comJoin us on Patreon! https://patreon.com/aitapodJoin the newsletter: https://aitapod.substack.com/What's on Patreon? - 150+ Bonus eps- Discord with awesome community- Call-in shows ($5 tier for call-in, $25 tier for full guest eps)TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@aitapodTwitter - https://twitter.com/aitapod

This week, Holly chats with Sacha Black about her pen name, Ruby Roe. They discuss: Reasons for launching a pen name What was special about Sacha's experience of writing this book How she used her Clifton Strengths Researching the market Creating a brand The most enjoyable and effective parts of writing and promoting the book Mistakes, barriers and lessons learned See our show notes and join our mailing list at www.unstoppableauthors.com Find out more about Sacha at https://sachablack.co.uk/ Discover Ruby Roe at https://rubyroe.co.uk/

Well, this is the motherlode of write ups! I launched A Game of Hearts and Heists a spicy sapphic fantasy romance on the 10th of February 2023 and I promised to share everything that I'd done to create this new pen name. Goal: create a financially sustainable fiction pen name that gives me the opportunity to have fun writing and create books that are ‘cannot put down, hangover inducing' Subgoals: surpass 33 preorders, give out over 100 ARCs, keep production costs as low as possible TLDR Take Aways Hate to say it, but mindset IS everything Infrastructure is key You need more time than you think TikTok works You have to talk about your excitement Read full blog post here.

Authors often feel that using a pen name, also known as a pseudonym or a nom de plume, has some advantages.  While it's true that using a pen name can offer a writer added privacy and distance from their book and possibly facilitate branding, there are some potential drawbacks that need to be examined before you take the leap. In this episode of the How to be an Author podcast, writing coach Karena Akhavein takes you through the true benefits and difficulties inherent in adopting a pseudonym, from legal and financial ramifications to marketing and mindset.

Today, Lori is interviewing Carolyn Hays. They'll be talking about the freedom that can be found in a pen name and her new book A Girlhood: Letter to my Transgender Daughter. Carolyn Hays is an award-winning, critically acclaimed, bestselling author who has chosen to publish A Girlhood: Letter to My Transgender Daughter under a pen name to protect the privacy of her family.  Her novels have been published by Hachette, Simon and Schuster, and HarperCollins; her books are also widely translated. A Girlhood will have four overseas editions, including those by Picador UK and Flammarion in France.  Her past books have been listed as New York Times Notable Books of the Year and Kirkus's Best Fiction of the Year, and she's written for National Public Radio and the Washington Post. You can find her on her website or follow her publishers on Twitter at @PressShopPR and @BlairPublisher.   In this episode Carolyn Hays and Lori discuss: Why writing in second person is perfect when writing about gender. How to recognize a scene while you're living through it. When to write out a scene in your memoir and when to summarize it. Plus, her #1 tip for writers. For more info and show notes: diymfa.com/437

Diego Perez, widely known by his pen name Yung Pueblo, joins Forrest to explore how we can deepen our personal practice, refine the mind, break old patterns, relax the self, and feel lighter than we were before.This was one of my absolute favorite conversations I've had on the podcast, and being with Diego was a real pleasure. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.About our Guest: Diego Perez is a poet, meditator, and New York Times bestselling author widely known through his pen name Yung Pueblo. His writing focuses on how we can grow and change for the better, create healthy relationships, and come to truly know ourselves. His newest book is Lighter: Let Go of the Past, Connect with the Present, and Expand the Future.Watch the Episode: Prefer watching video? You can watch this episode on YouTube.Key Topics:0:00: Introduction0:55: Why the name Yung Pueblo?2:35: What holds most people back from growth4:35: Habits Diego struggled with and the logical basis of coping mechanisms9:15: Moments of insight in learning Vipassana Meditation11:40: Finding stability in the gradual separation from the ‘self'20:30: Stories others have told us about ourselves26:50: What has helped Diego find a flexible sense of identity?28:55: Relationships as a process not a person31:20: Diego's personal meditation and creative practice34:15: The benefits of a pen name and healthy detachment from your work40:00: Benefits and pitfalls of social media42:50: Forrest's meditation practice, and the positive aspects of difficult emotions48:25: What Diego would tell his younger self.50:30: Recap Sponsors:Access over 30 at-home lab tests from Everlywell, and head to everlywell.com/beingwell for twenty percent off your next test.Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world's largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.MDbio is a plant-based medicine company with natural products that address sleep, anxiety, pain, and immunity. Get your FREE 10-count sample pack by going to mdbiowellness.com and entering the promo code BEINGWELL at checkout!Connect with the show:Subscribe on iTunesFollow Forrest on YouTubeFollow us on InstagramFollow Forrest on InstagramFollow Rick on FacebookFollow Forrest on FacebookVisit Forrest's website

Joining us for this episode is Jenny Collins - our first guest that has chosen to use a pen name to tell her story.  Jenny was diagnosed Stage II at 37, and then Stage IV MBC at 46.  Today she reads her piece “Cold War” from Wildfire Magazine's 2021 “Family” issue. Jenny takes us deep into the layers of what she experienced when cancer entered her marriage.  April and Jenny will discuss finding the courage to share cancer stories, and how using a pen name gives you a powerful hiding spot to share while helping others feel seen.  They will also discuss feeling alone in a cancer experience and the importance of finding support.   Get the free Wildfire email newsletter: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/ (https://www.wildfirecommunity.org) Learn about Wildfire writing workshops: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/workshops (https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/workshops) Shop Wildfire merch & more: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop (https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop) Send your voice recording testimonial to editor@wildfirecommunity.org *Free* The Burn Writing Companion: Guided Prompt Journal (Vol. 1): https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/the-burn (https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/the-burn)

There are many business decisions to make as an author. Primary among them is which name to write your works under. Co-hosts Barbara Hinske and J. W. Judge have both opted to write their fiction under pen names. In Episode 2 of The Write Approach, they discuss their personal reasons for using pen names, the benefits of using a pseudonym, and some of the difficulties that accompany it. Barbara Hinske's  author website -- https://barbarahinske.com/J. W. Judge's author website -- https://jwjudge.com/ J. W. Judge's writing blog -- https://expectantwriter.com/

‘Tis but thy name that is my enemy; Thou art thyself, though not a Montague…. O, be some other name! What's in a name? That which we call a rose, By any other name would smell as sweet. - William Shakespeare The post S34E3 – What’s in a (Pen)Name? appeared first on Writing Roots.

On today's Books with Hooks segment, Carly and CeCe are joined by Caroline and Sammy who submitted their work for critique. During the discussion, Carly and CeCe remind us to lean into specificity in opening pages; the importance of plausibility as well as newer comp titles; the ‘movie trailer' trick for dealing with interiority; avoiding generic interiority; and advice for researching the speech patterns of characters from a different time period.After which, Bianca chats with Riley Sager, NYT bestselling author of The House Across the Lake, about having various pen names; pivoting as a writer; making setting a character in and of itself; showing vs telling, particularly in the thriller genre; the benefits of not giving too much away and making readers do the work; and writing an effective prologue. Find us on our socials:Twitter: @TSNOTYAW @BiancaM_author @carlywatters @ceciliaclyraInstagram: @biancamarais_author @carlywatters @cece_lyra_agent @ the_shit_about_writingFacebook: @tsnotyawWebsite: www.biancamarais.com and www.theshitaboutwriting.comRiley can be found at @riley_sager on Twitter and @riley.sager on Instagram, and at www.rileysagerbooks.com

Welcome back listeners on today's podcast I had the pleasure of chatting with Robert Boog. He is a Calfornia Real Estate Broker and owns a company based in Valencia. A husband and father of two, he keeps himself busy with projects such as writing books and songs. One of his latest pieces titled Shakey's Madness explores the possibility that Shakespeare didn't actually exist and instead was a pen name as the work might indicate that he was bipolar!Learn a little bit more about this topic and Robert as we explore in a little more detail the context behind the speculations. Also, make sure to check out the links below for some of the other work by Robert including a tribute song that he wrote dedicated to the late great Kobe Bryant. HELPFUL LINKS------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shakey's Madness Book on AmazonRobert Boog WebsiteRobert Boog Songs on Reverb NationRobert Boog YouTube Channel

Liza Donovan is a world class artist who won a competition to produce one of five official posters for the Women's March in 2017. Her poster of a raised black fist and flame producing a dove has been used all over the world! So I was VERY impressed when my friends Leigh Ann and Tom introduced me to Liza. She was the perfect choice to illustrate my very first children's picture book: SOFIA LOVES TORTILLAS (available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Indiebound.org or bookshop.org). Liza and I talk about art and inspiration and (of course) about creating SOFIA! A really fun conversation!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amanda has created another bookish game to challenge Ellyn on her smarts. Pen Name or Real Name, where Amanda reads a name and Ellyn has to guess if that's the authors given name, or one made up to publish under. Can you guess them all correctly? Find out by listening to this week's episode of Bubbles & Books! Cheers!

Rise from Stuck Warrior, I've got author DK Drake here with me today.  It's really easy to have her on the show because, well, she is me.  D.K. Drake is my pen name, and the short story I'm about to share is the origin of that pen name. Why do I use a pen name?  Several reasons.  One, to humble my pride.  I don't want to be obsessed with seeing my name on the cover of a book.  And two, DK Drake is a lot easier to say and spell than Bonnie Jean Schaefer, plus it sounds more like a fantasy author than my given name.  So what does DK stand for?  Darcy Kimberly.   So why Darcy Kimberly?  Well, I needed to come up with the name of the main character for the story I'm sharing today.  My older, bolder sister's name is Marcy, and I wanted my character to be bold like my sister, so I replaced the M with the D and named her Darcy. As for the K, my boss at the time was also a graphic designer, and she designed the first cover of the first fantasy novel I wrote.  Her name is Kimberly, and I threw the K in there to honor her part in the genesis of my fantasy writing career.  Then I threw Drake in the mix to bring out the alliteration of the D and the K. And at the time I wrote the story, I had only published one novel that was a complete flop.  I thus wanted to get into the head of a successful novelist, so I made the main character a bestselling author in search of an idea for her next book. Notice in the story that she doesn't have a last name.  All I knew at the time was that her name was Darcy.  After readers enjoyed the story, I decided to write a fantasy series based on the dragon stalker concept I created for the story, and that's when I added the K and Drake.  I wanted to let her be the author of the series. Now I wrote the story at the prompting of friends who kept harassing me to write a story about cops and a story about dragons.  To make both of those friends happy, I wrote Cops, Robbers…and Dragons?  If you want to read along as I read, you can snag a copy as part of the DK Drake starter library at AuthorDKDrake.com.   Get your free Rise from Stuck Starter Kit here: https://bonniejeanschaefer.com Engage with me here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risewithbonniejean Snag your free D.K. Drake Starter Library here: https://authordkdrake.com

In this week's episode we sit down with Author/Writer - Aja Dorsey Jackson to discuss her children's book series "The Almost Adventures of Plane Jane" as well as her experiences writing under a Pen Name. Website:https://www.amazon.com/Aja-Dorsey Jackson/e/B00HS51LDA%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_shareHosted by: @SteppDollarProduced by: @Josh_AttemptsArt

Nurse writer Elizabeth Hanes RN discusses when it is appropriate to use a pen name, or pseudonym, when you are pursuing freelance writing. Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project. Topics discussed in this episode: 1:15 Can I use a pen name? 2:25 What does it mean to be a working writer? 3:00 Why use a pseudonym? Resources mentioned in this episode: RN2writer Daily: http://rn2writerdaily.com/ RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/ Next steps Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn Special thanks to: Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

How do we start to describe this episode?  Well, first, we dove into the topic of self-love and the importance it plays with yourself and with others.  Significant other subjects include, cut my grass naked, love is different after divorce, single ladies, men having hang-ups about ‘toys', Frosted Flakes, and health includes intimacy.  It was nice to have Kelly back and actually bring in some of the products that she has available.  We're still working on the YouTube video and will have the link below shortly.  The podcast was great, but the video takes it to another different level.  Stay tuned.  Kelly's contacts are below.....Kelly Manley Pure RomanceKelly's Racy Romance Novels (3 Part Series)  Pen Name:  Corrinne Lambert

Welcome newcomer Kelly to the mic.  And she brought presents!  She is a racy romance author as well as being a sexual health and wellness professional.  We'll put her website and contact info below this.  Well, this podcast is a little all over the place.  We started with the 5 love languages, moved on to self-care, and morphed into vibrators for men and women.  Topics of giving people a safe space, an orgasm a day, plunge the vibrator in the USB thing,  a ‘cereal' dater,  I couldn't say the word ‘clitoris' in a room full of strangers, a fruit rollup in my pocket, an old girlfriend of mine, and does a divorce counselor need to experience divorce in order to be a good one.  We could have talked for hours, but I had to limit the time because I certainly couldn't control the subject matter!!  We will definitely have Kelly back for some more of her insights as they relate to her expertise in self-care.  Enjoy.Kelly Manley Pure RomanceKelly's Racy Romance Novels (3 Part Series)  Pen Name:  Corinne Lambert

For this week's episode I had a chat with author T.L. Clark about pen names! We discussed what authors need to know when considering using a pen name, the legal side,  how to choose the right name for you, and more.***Come join The Writing Sparrow on its very own Facebook fan page or its very own Instagram account!To find out more about T.L. Clark, you can find her on Instagram, her author page on Facebook, Twitter, and her website.Find out more about Sarina and her books on her website, and find her on Instagram and on Facebook.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/sarinalanger)

Soooo we accidentally uploaded the wrong file for this when we first published it. Sorry about that! The right file on when you should (and shouldn't) use a pen name, is now live.Whether or not to use a pen name is a common predicament for new and experienced writers.In this episode, you'll learn:The most common reasons authors use pen namesWhen you SHOULDN'T use a pen nameThe downside to names readers can't spellBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/writersmindsetDownload The Ghost's Call - https://books2read.com/the-ghosts-call

Using a pen name seemed like a good idea... until it bifurcated my personality, fed my people-pleasing tendencies, and held back my career. In this bonus episode of The Working Writer Podcast, I share the backstory of why I decided to use a pen name –– and why I changed my mind. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/working-writer-podcast/support

In the first episode of her new dystopian series, Jade talk's about George Orwell's life, why he was a bit of a hipster, and what inspired his political satire, Animal Farm. All sound Fx are from https://freesfx.co.uk/ 

On today's chapter of the Word Weaver Podcast I'm talking all about pen names, aka. nom de plumes, and whether or not you should publish under a pseudonym. Overall, it's a personal choice and there really is no right or wrong answer, but in this episode we'll dissect some reasons why a writer might want to use a pen name and things to think about if you choose to use a nom de plume in your publishing journey. Word Weaver Podcast LinksInstagram: @wordweaverpodcastWebsite: louiseclairejohnson.com/podcast#wordweaverpodcastIntro Song: Late July by Shakey GravesOutro Song: Way With Words by BahamasNEW episodes are posted weekly. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review and screenshot/share the Word Weaver Podcast on social media as it helps more people find it! I appreciate it so much.Available on all podcast platforms including Apple iTunes and Stitcher.

The Successful Writer Podcast is full of encouragement to help you skyrocket your writing career. USA Today bestseller Alana Terry brings you tips and inspiration on productivity, mindset, and marketing. It's everything you need to take your writing career to the next level, brought to you by 6-figure bestseller Alana Terry. Want more help in your writing business? Check out Alana's Author Ads Library at http://courses.alanaterry.com/library