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You write under Dave Wolverton for science fiction stories and David Farland for fantasy stories. How did you decide on using two names for your fiction? When would you advise writers to use pseudonyms?
“Wolverton” is a cool enough name for a writer, but so often my books ended up on the bottom shelf. I thought only garden gnomes walking through the store were likely to find them. In fact, research done by Campbell’s Soups showed that 92% of people won’t stoop over to get their favorite soup from the bottom shelf. So think about it. Does that mean that 92% of my readers were being lost?
You write under Dave Wolverton for science fiction stories and David Farland for fantasy stories. How did you decide on using two names for your fiction? When would you advise writers to use pseudonyms?
“Wolverton” is a cool enough name for a writer, but so often my books ended up on the bottom shelf. I thought only garden gnomes walking through the store were likely to find them. In fact, research done by Campbell’s Soups showed that 92% of people won’t stoop over to get their favorite soup from the bottom shelf. So think about it. Does that mean that 92% of my readers were being lost?
This year has been rough in many ways, but at least I can say I spent a TON of time outside with my family. Itâs much easier when there are no other options! And seriously, whether itâs a trip to the pond, a walk in the woods, or even just raking leaves in the backyard, being in nature truly works wonders for your mental and physical well-being. Winter officially begins next week, and while Iâm hoping for a mild season, Iâm also spending as much time outdoors as I can before the cold really sets in. Thankfully, we have some great books at the library to guide me in my outdoor adventures.