Episode 28

How & Why to Use a Pen Name

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?

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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.

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Email (not for submissions): bookwormshorrorzine@gmail.com

Submit your short story (up to 1500 words) to:

La Regina Studio, Grundy Commons, 925 Canal Street, Bristol, PA 19007

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