Author Talk: Pseudonyms & The Benefits of Writing as Someone Else with Campbell Jefferys

Ever wondered why an author might choose to write under another name? A pseudonym is far more than a pen name—it’s an opportunity to reinvent voice, experiment with genre, and free the writer from expectation.

In this author talk, WA author Campbell Jefferys will unpack the art and strategy of writing under a pseudonym. You’ll learn:

• What a pseudonym can do for you (and what it can’t)

• How to build a distinct voice, identity, and style tied to your pseudonym

• Real-world examples—including how Campbell uses the name Royce Leville to write his crime fiction

Campbell will present his crime novel Quintus Huntley – Botany (written as Royce Leville). In the story, Huntley’s only poetry collection is discovered at the scene of a murdered violinist. Though the authorities suspect Huntley, he’s determined to uncover who’s really to blame.

Join us for an inspiring session about creativity, identity, and freedom in writing.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Campbell Jefferys grew up in a small farming town in Western Australia, and now lives in Hamburg, Germany. He originally trained in history, then worked in travel writing, journalism, advertising and creative copy, among many things.

Over two decades of writing, he has published both fiction and non‑fiction. His second novel Hunter won the 2009 Indie Book Award in the fiction category. True Blue Tucker (2011) earned the bronze medal for Australia/New Zealand fiction at the Independent Publisher Book Awards in 2012. Other works include The Bicycle Teacher, Rowan and Eris, Balaclava, and the travel collection Greetings From.

This workshop is brought to you by the City of South Perth Libraries. For more information contact us or visit our website