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.
Author Archives: Diana
The current CDC recommendations (and my local requirements) are that people are supposed to wear masks when going outside, but I haven’t really seen ANY mask patterns that are made to fit children and especially not that are quick and … Continue reading
What I wish I could have told myself when I was hopeless about my writing prospects is that I should have defined artistic success in ways that weren’t shaped by forces beyond my control.” – Roxane Gay I highly recommend … Continue reading
I know, I know. It’s been a year since I blogged. What can I say? I’ve discovered the joys of Facebook. Come find me there! It’s all books and feminism and my awesome kids. But I’m back on the blog today … Continue reading
This Wednesday at 6:30 PM, I’ll be reading and signing with my buddy, YA author Mari Mancusi, at Austin’s fabulous independent bookstore, THE BOOK SPOT. This is the first time in my entire life I’ve done an Austin event, and … Continue reading
Today marks the release of my tenth novel, OMEGA CITY. I can’t believe it’s ten! I’m so proud of this book. After a long time writing about far off places and distant times, Omega City is set in the here … Continue reading
I’m so so thrilled to reveal the cover for OMEGA CITY, which will be out from Balzer+Bray in April of 2015. Isn’t this amazing! I love love love love it. Gillian Seagret doesn’t listen to people who say her father’s … Continue reading
Guess who got locked out of her website? Oops. Had to fix it though, especially as I gear up to add my Omega City section (cover reveal next week!) Also, this weekend I will be at Capclave in Maryland, along … Continue reading
CHANGES AND ADDITIONS TO COME. Title: Princess Alethea’s Traveling Sideshow Description: Join this motley band of talented(and costumed)authors for an entertaining hour of readings,musical numbers, and more! Door prizes for the first 40 attendees! Giveaways Galore! FUN FOR ALL AGES! … Continue reading
::taps mic:: is anyone there? I know I’ve been a horrifically bad blogger this year. I’ve really taken to Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr for my social media, because the sharing and commenting features are so much more natural and organic … Continue reading
