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.
Category Archives: diversions
In all senses of the word. One of the things I liked best about Senator Obama’s acceptance speech last night is how he emphasized that the country needs to put its collective nose to the collective grindstone. The country hasn’t … Continue reading
Today is the day, Americans. (Don’t believe any flier you may have received stating otherwise.) VOTE VOTE VOTE! Here’s some stuff you can get for free after you vote today (I’m not sure if you *have* to vote, according to … Continue reading
Writing Thank you everyone for your kind words about my cover last week. Special thanks to Carrie, Vicki, The Story Siren, and Reviewer X, who all linked to the cover on their blogs. Good luck to all of you participating … Continue reading
I was obsessed with this movie as a small child. In fact, for years, I avoided reading Harry Potter because I thought of this as the definitive “witch school” bit of media. Haven’t seen it in ages. Doesn’t so much … Continue reading
Yes, I have seen the Robocop on a Unicorn set at Flickr. I find it hilarious that such a set exists, but that’s the internet for you. This is my favorite (by Daniel Andrews). I think I like it best … Continue reading
The reading fest continues apace. Finished another one yesterday, which grew on me as it went along. In the end, I decided my issue with the story is that it wasn’t being told in the manner I would have chosen … Continue reading
Sailor Boy is out of town right now, which is an excuse for Rio and I to stay up until all hours and eat junk food (seriously, you should watch this pup do EZ Cheez out of the can). On … Continue reading
According to my friend Justine, whose fabulous new book, How to Ditch Your Fairy, is in stores today, I am a cynical pessimist who really needs to lighten up and look on the bright side. Okay. Fine: I love this … Continue reading
Cara King,I love you. Will you marry me? I make excellent tea, and for you I shall labor intensively to perfect my scone recipe. For you, my witty, witty darling, I shall endeavor to learn the quadrille, and wear a … Continue reading
So about 90% of our stuff is still in boxes, and that’s because we’re not entirely sure where things are going to be living yet. The new house, for all it’s fancy-schmancy ice-makers and hardwood floors, is a bit on … Continue reading
