Here are some other terms you might encounter:
* Pen name: This is a synonym for pseudonym.
* Nom de plume: This is a French phrase that literally translates to "pen name" and is often used in a more literary context.
* Byline: This is the name that appears on a published work, which may be the author's real name or their pseudonym.
Authors may choose to use pseudonyms for various reasons, such as:
* Privacy: They may want to keep their personal life separate from their professional life.
* Branding: They may want to create a distinct identity for a particular genre or style of writing.
* Marketing: They may believe a pseudonym will be more appealing to a certain audience.
* Social or political reasons: They may be afraid of persecution or censorship if they were to use their real name.
Some famous authors who used pseudonyms include:
* J.K. Rowling: Her real name is Joanne Rowling.
* Stephen King: He has written under several pseudonyms, including Richard Bachman.
* Samuel Clemens: He is better known by his pen name, Mark Twain.
* Mary Ann Evans: She wrote under the pseudonym George Eliot.