I’ve been thinking about this for a long time... and it finally feels like the right moment to share something personal with you all.
When I first started out, I went by "eclipwzev". Honestly? It wasn’t even a name, just a handle I used when I was first testing the waters. As I got more serious about writing, I realized I needed something that sounded 'real,' so I came up with the pen name "Ashika Datta".
It served me well for a while, but as I’ve kept moving forward, something just didn't feel... right.
Lately, a few things have shifted in my life, and I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting. I realized I don’t want to hide behind a persona or a made-up name anymore. I want my words to carry my own identity and my own truth. I’ve reached a point where I feel like this is truly the best decision for me and my craft.
I’ve spent so much time talking this through with my friends—they’ve honestly been my rock through this transition and helped me realize that I'm ready for this. So, with their support and a lot of heart, I’m finally stepping into my own light and using my real name: Aivah Kaur.
It’s a bit of a full-circle moment for me. No more handles, no more pen names—just me, my heritage, and my stories.
Thank you for being part of this evolution. It feels so good to finally say: Hi, I’m Aivah.
