I was tweeting with a fellow author today and I remarked that I loved her avatar. She told me it was her alter ego. I responded by saying I thought everyone needed an alter ego. And I meant it.
I don't mean alter ego in terms of dissociative identity disorder, or even leading a completely double life. I was referring to a second-self, another side of us that we use in certain situations.
Although I don't have an alter ego like Superman, writing under a different name allows me the freedom to be as dark and twisted as I want. I don't have to worry about my name being attached to horror, and then try to sell a children's book under my real name.
And I like having an alter ego. It kinda makes me feel cool--which is not what I am.
Please read about me, my books, and my alter ego in Laura Yirak's blog Dreams of Diamonds.
http://dreamsofdiamondsauthor.blogspot.com/2011/12/welcome-author-penelope-crowe.html
Knowing "both" authors, I am thrilled that others are finally getting to experience the talent that I've seen for what eons. Dea/Penelope's creativity and artisitic genius are undeniable. Looking forward to what comes next!!! The interview by Laura Yirak was great -- loved to get that insight. And, can't agree more about the alter ego....I think I need to let mine out more.
ReplyDeleteThank you Tin Can :)
ReplyDeleteAnd yes! That alter ego Cornelia needs to see the light of day!! Haha!!
I too have an alter ego also and yes it allows me to express myself with no boundaries.
ReplyDeleteMuch Love to you, Peace, Health and happiness, I wish U enough xoxo
So nice to see you here!!
ReplyDeleteLove to you too miss :)
We have to talk...
Penelope