Nom de plume

A name we take, a secret guise,

A mask we wear, before our eyes.

A nom de plume, a pen name too,

A symbol of the writer, that is true.

For some, it's a shield, from public view,

For others, it's a chance to start anew.

To separate the art, from who they are,

And let the words, take them to far.

So let us honor, the power of name,

And the courage, to play this writing game.

For a nom de plume, is a magical thing,

That gives voice, to our deepest, creative being.