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This is a question about self-publishing but I thought I'd ask here instead of /lit/ since it's more about the business side of things:
Should a penname pretty much only be used on the cover of a book? Meaning, should all my dealings with people behind the scenes (cover artist, marketing, etc.) be done under my real name? I really don't want anyone to know my identity. Are these people used to working with writers who are operating under a pseudonym? Is there a don't ask don't tell policy?
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>>17496416
yes. these people are used to working with pretentious ass hats who think the world revolves around them.
dont get me wrong, i understand. i use a pseudonym too. but when it comes down to paperwork i sign with my real name and they see it.
kinda depends on the state though. for instance, in california you are legally allowed to use a fake name on just about anything but government documents. thats all it takes to have a different name. something about three years of doing that makes it official with only a wee bit of paperwork.
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>>17496425
>when it comes down to paperwork i sign with my real name and they see it.
What if I say I'm representing my penname when I pay, like as their manager? Is that as stupid as it sounds?
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>>17496656
You have to understand that these guys deal with pennames every day, they don't care who you really are and won't tell anyone. Not only would it serve no purpose whatsoever but it would damage their professional reputation. That would be the last time anybody with a penname ever went to them.
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