Using a consistent pseudonym enables readers to group your work together. When you publish your work anonymously, the reader has no background about the author other than what is included inside the pages of that specific piece. Using a consistent pseudonym allows your work to be categorized together. Anonymity can also be used as a form of protection for the writer. If they want to avoid being identified, they can put forward a false identity and include only minimal information about themselves on their works. Some writers may choose to publish under an anonymous byline because they feel like it offers them a greater degree of freedom in how they write. They can use alliteration or poetry without worrying about offending readers' sensibilities by using names that might make them sound preachy or naive. Some authors may even prefer to write under an anonymous byline to protect their careers. Publishing under a pseudonym or 'pen name' means that you are not associated with this work. This way, if you become well-known one day, it won't affect the reputation of the novel, movie, or article that uses your writing as a source. Authors may choose to publish under an anonymous byline because they feel like it offers them a greater degree of freedom in how they write.