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
After yesterday’s reader geekery, now we have a matching set: Writing routines of famous writers. I love the bit about Joan Didion and her drink and meditation on the day’s work. Especially the drink part. I’m totally up for that. … Continue reading
Some fun stuff for book fans around the web lately: If Dr. Seuss Books Were Titles According to Their Subtext. This one is my favorite: Though it’s what they did to “The Sneetches” that had me snorfing tea all over … Continue reading
One of my ongoing disappointments in life is that I’m pretty terrible at drawing. Like, tragic. I can barely wrangle stick figures. There are lots of writers out there who draw beautifully, who are even artists in their own right, … Continue reading
An upcoming event at Arlington’s ONE MORE PAGE Bookstore (yes, the one where the Obama girls do their YA book shopping): WHEN: January 26, 2012, 4 PM WHAT: Young Adult Author Panel (and signing) WHO: Victoria Schwab (The Archived), Jenn … Continue reading
I’m just going to put it right out here in front: I’m so glad to see this year end. Though, professionally, this has been a very good year for me, with a ton of new releases, my first starred review, … Continue reading
Today I’m participating in the Epic Reads Author Takeover, complete with Holiday Giveaway. Check out my post, entitled “I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas” then enter the giveaway of the item I mention in my post. In related news, it’s … Continue reading
A few years ago, when the term first cropped up, I wrote a couple of posts about so-called “New Adult” books. At the time, it was a term coined by a couple of editors at St. Martin’s Press who were … Continue reading
As promised, I’ve posted an excerpt from Across A Star-Swept Sea on Genreality today. Check it out!
