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How I chose my Pen Name for fantasy writing

One of the most important decisions for a writer is choosing a pen name. A pen name is a name that you use instead of your real name when you publish your work. It can help you create a distinctive identity, protect your privacy, and appeal to your target audience.

I have been writing fantasy stories on Wattpad for a while, and I have changed my pen name several times. When I first joined Wattpad, I went by the name of KittyPrydeofxmen, because I was a fan of the X-Men comics and movies. Then I changed it to Silkytiger because I liked the sound of it and it had a feline touch.

However, neither of these names felt right for me as a fantasy writer. I wanted a pen name that would reflect my genre and style and sound professional and memorable. I also wanted to avoid using my real name, because I wanted to keep my personal and writing lives separate.

So I started looking for a pen name that would suit me as a fantasy author. I searched online for some inspiration and found a pseudonym name generator on the fantasy name generator website. This website has a lot of options for different types of fantasy names, such as elves, dwarves, dragons, and more.

I tried out some of the names, but none of them clicked with me. Then I came across a name that caught my eye: Abby Castle. It was simple, elegant, and catchy. It had a fantasy vibe,because castles are often associated with magic and adventure.

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