Frequently Asked Questions
Q: "How do you pronounce your last name?"
A: I pronounce it "Peter-froind" (think "Freud" with an N), but if that's too hard for you, "Peter-friend" works great. That's what it means in German, anyway, and it's how my dad and grandfather pronounce it.Q: "Is there going to be a third book in the killer unicorn series (that started with Rampant & Ascendant)?"
A: Yes, someday. I don't have a title, publisher, or release date yet, though. But I promise I have not abandoned Astrid! Meanwhile, enjoy the killer unicorn short stories.Q: "How many books are in the Secret Society Girl (Ivy League Novel) series?"
A: There are four books in the series. The correct reading order is: Secret Society Girl, Under the Rose, Rites of Spring (Break), and Tap & Gown.Q: "Are you going to write any more books in the Secret Society Girl (Ivy League Novel) series?"
A: Tap & Gown is the last book in the series. (It's time for Amy and me to graduate!) If you're interested in reading further in the series, check out the free secret stories.
Yearly Archives: 2005
I’m back with another insidious entry into the series I call WHEN GOOD ADVICE GOES BAD This week, we’ll be tackling the tricky Start With Category myth. There are many “good” reasons that this particular argument abounds in RWA and … Continue reading
I know you all are dying to hear how it went. 😉 As some of you know, this whole trip was meant to be a surprise for Sailor Boy, and encompass a bit of birthday present with a bit of … Continue reading
Spamalot Broadway Originally uploaded by dianapeterfreund. As some of you know. I’m going AWL (notice the lack of “out”) this weekend to The City That Never Sleeps. Year Five with Sailor Boy is drawing to a close and we are … Continue reading
So I’m reading this book right now. Love the book, love the author, all things are shiny… EXCEPT The font of the text is miniscule. A friend measured it: 4 point font. The publisher should give out a free magnifying … Continue reading
Record number of posts today. Ahem. Anyway, remember earlier this week when I was talking about how a bunch of my friends have sold recently? Check out what Jana wrote on her blog about it. Totally made me cry.
Please note: this is a rant. You’ve been warned. I promise I will be getting back to my particular WGAGB topics shortly. However, today I wanted to talk about a general trend that drives me completely batshit crazy: WHEN GOOD … Continue reading
You’re a hardworking individual enshrouded by an overwhelming sense of mystery, beauty, and intrigue. Though always on the go, you keep focused, helping — often rapturing — those you meet. Take the What Pulp Fiction Character Are You? quiz.
The other night I had a visit from a college friend with whom I share an unbreakable bond: we worked together at a positively horrific job the year we graduated from college. It’s like having an old army buddy — … Continue reading
The previous post about when it’s okay to give up on a book inspired a discussion amongst the readers at work. From a coworker whose sister is a librarian: “If you are under 50, you read 50 pages and if … Continue reading
Author Photo Originally uploaded by dianapeterfreund. Here’s my author photo. I’m hoping I won’t embarrass myself, should, say, Agent 007 pick up a copy of my book. Last night, I attended the Fictionista Chicklit Book Tour at the Washington Hard … Continue reading
