Hello Everyone! My name is Dan Brown and in the course of…
““Hello Everyone! My name is Dan Brown and in the course of writing my first novel, some other guy, claiming to be me, had the chutzpah to steal my name and publish a book about some code that apparently became quite popular, so much so in fact that copies of it, as well as subsequent novels by the same guy, now accost me every time I visit a brick & mortar or online bookstore these days. Long story short, when I published my first novel (Roll Over, Hitler!) this past month, I decided to use my full name – Daniel Bruce Brown – which would have pleased my parents to no end had they still been alive, but basically makes me unknown to anyone who knows me by Dan Brown, which has to be, I don’t know, at least ten or fifteen people. So, anyway, here I am, hoping to be “discovered” and, in the meantime, hoping to make some new friends among folks who love the written word as much as I do.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The author explains identity theft and name confusion in publishing, seeking community and discovery while using his full legal name.
In simple terms: Identity confusion in publishing leads to seeking new connections.
Key Takeaway
Clarify identity, build authentic community.
Themes
authorship
identity
publishing
community
branding
Mood
hopeful
vulnerable
Type
personal
narrative
When to use this quote
- bookstores
- online author profiles
- literary events
Key Concepts
intellectual property
personal branding
Questions to Reflect On
- How can authors protect their identity?
- What strategies help build a genuine readership?
A Different Perspective
Legal name change may not resolve all confusion.