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The pseudonym used by the author of an original novel, distinct from their real name.
她用笔名‘紫云’发表了多部原著小说。
She published several original novels under the pen name 'Ziyun'.
这部原著小说的作者笔名为‘东方既白’，但真实身份至今未知。
The pen name of the author of this original novel is 'Dongfang Jibai', though their real identity remains unknown.
In Chinese literary culture, authors often use pen names (笔名) to separate personal identity from professional writing, especially for novels.
'笔名' is used for writing (e.g., novels, articles). '化名' implies hiding one's identity (e.g., in espionage). '艺名' is for performers (e.g., actors, singers).
Use 笔名 when referring to the pseudonym of a novelist or writer, especially in literary contexts.
The term combines '原著' (original work), '小说' (novel), '作者' (author), and '笔名' (pen name). '笔名' itself derives from '笔' (pen) + '名' (name), reflecting the historical use of writing instruments to sign works.
In Chinese publishing, '笔名' is commonly used by novelists to maintain privacy or artistic identity. Unlike '化名' (alias), which implies concealment of identity, '笔名' is often a chosen professional identity.