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Which pen name should I use?

Which do you think is a better pseudonym or "pen name" for an aspiring author of psychological horror and ergodic literature?

Basquiat? or Diablo del Toro?

Basquiat derives from one of my favorite artists, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Diablo ('Devil' in Spanish) del Toro from my two favorite screenwriters/directors, Diablo Cody and Guillermo del Toro. Opinions? Suggestions? Thanks!

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  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    An easy short different recognizable name. Preferably easily pronounced. Basquiat is better but it is hard to pronounce.

  • Observer
    Lv 7
    7 years ago

    Usually one does not "choose" a pen name, until a publisher offers to publish their book and suggests that a different name be used.

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