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
Make an avatar Afghan courtesy of Saundra Mitchell. Unicorn PJs courtesy of my sister-in-law. Of course we’re not really letting her read Rampant. She is going through my oeuvre in chronological order.
People have been asking for my take on the whole Bitch Magazine debacle. There’s some incorrect information out there, so I thought I’d try to clarify my position. Last week, I learned that my novel RAMPANT had been placed on … Continue reading
Since I’ve seen some folks tweeting about the release of Rites of Spring (Break) in Brazil — apparently the cover is black on top, like the cover of the first two books, though I haven’t seen it yet — and … Continue reading
L asks: Could you please post a section on your website providing tips to novice writers (like myself) on how to successfully get your novel out there. I’m very curious to read your query letter. Your wish is my command. … Continue reading
So apparently, I’ve been living under a rock. (Or a receiving blanket?) I just found out that Zombies vs. Unicorns was named a School Library Journal Best Book of 2010, was placed on the 2011 Tayshas Reading List, and won … Continue reading
Gee, where do I start? On the first day of this year, I posted a few goals and plans. But this year did not at all turn out how I expected it would. For instance, six days after that blog … Continue reading
I have an article up today on Publishing Perspectives about my first novelization experience. Check it out, the participate in the discussion on why there aren’t more novelizations out there (especially for non-genre works).
It’s been a while since I got a chance to look on the internet and see what folks are saying about my books (always a daunting prospect, made even more so by spending a few months unplugged from your career). … Continue reading
