Pen name

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/pen-name

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is a pen name?A pen name is a fake name that writers use to show a different identity. It can help them be seen in a new way, keep their real life private, or protect them from danger.
2. Why do writers use pen names?Writers use pen names to make their books look more special, to hide their gender or real name, or to keep their personal life separate from their books.

Nom-de-plume: A literary pseudonym, often implying a chosen identity for artistic expression.
Authorial Persona: The distinct character, voice, and public image an author cultivates through their work and presence.
Literary Branding: The strategic use of an author's name, style, or themes to create a recognizable and marketable identity.