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
So on Friday, Sailor Boy calls me and is like, “Okay, command decision. We’re driving down to Alexandria tonight and trying to get into the Birchmere.” Since it usually takes me about three weeks to ease Sailor Boy into the … Continue reading
I just read an article about nine companies who have never had layoffs. Lately, it seems like every time I turn on the news, they are talking gloo and doomand irresponsible CEOs driving their businesses into the ground and screwing … Continue reading
To Whom It May Concern, Especially If You Have Peanut Butter, I may be in the market for a new situation. My current living arrangements are… acceptable. I suppose. I mean, I’m fed two square meals a day (even if … Continue reading
Yay, birthday presents! There appears to be a theme. My mother bought me this gorgeous teacup and saucer with little cherry blossoms all over it, and then this morning there was a package from theteatable.com sitting on our doorstep: Sailor … Continue reading
Thank you all so much for the birthday wishes! Yesterday was crazy. Sailor Boy and I went downtown to watch the festivities. Lucky, we were invited to a party inside a building on Penn Ave. I was amazed at the … Continue reading
Tuesday I am thirty, And though the fact delights me plenty It disturbs me somewhat to know I’m half again past twenty. I like my life, the things I have My career, husband, and puppy And yet I must admit … Continue reading
Do you remember Matt, who danced his way across the world with a bunch of strangers? The video was one of the most popular viral videos of 2008. I found it joyful and brilliant and elevating. Then I read an … Continue reading
Care of Fail Blog: Oh dear. I love children’s books, and I love Blaze, and I don’t think…. oh, dear. Poor Borders. (I’m right that this is a Borders sign, right?) I know things are tight and tough and all, … Continue reading
Embarrassing Story #1 So I woke up the other morning to no fewer than fifty pieces of fan mail. “This is it!” I thought to myself. “I’ve finally made the big time!” And then I started to read said fanmail, … Continue reading
