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: SSG
Sailor Boy and I have an old joke based on something we once saw on Felicia Day’s blog, or perhaps twitter feed. Day said something to the effect of “Saw an audition announcement looking for ‘a Felicia Day type.’ Guys, … Continue reading
No, not the band. There’s been a lot of talk around the blogosphere recently about the general love of bad boys. I’ve seen a few folks saying that nice guys can work too (and a few more actually claiming “bad … Continue reading
I know Rampant hasn’t come out yet, but it looks really interesting (vicious killer unicorns as a short reprieve from all the vampire drama and werewolf angst? Dude, count me in). The problem: I only read series books. I’m a … Continue reading
Carrie Ryan has sent me what has to be one of my favorite Tap & Gown in the Wild pictures yet: The shelf talker reads: This book recommended by “A Diggirl”. I hereby confess: this is a great series — … Continue reading
I’ve been listening to Dar Williams’s “The Buzzer” a lot while writing KU2. I listened to it a lot while writing Tap & Gown as well. On the surface, its fast tempo is designed to put you on edge, and … Continue reading
I was overwhelmed by the entries into the TAP & GOWN contest. You guys are incredibly creative! I shall be emailing you soon so I can get you your Secret Society Girl prize pack! I hope I was able to … Continue reading
Tap & Gown is out today! (or, a few days ago, if you’re one of those folks that stopped into a bookstore and found it on the shelves). Yay! I’ve been feeling so nostalgic about this series, getting all teary … Continue reading
Behold! A thread to discuss the conclusion of the Secret Society Girl series, TAP & GOWN. Comment here to your heart’s content about Amy’s iconoclastic choice to tap a goldfish to take her place in Rose & Grave*, Poe’s pursuit … Continue reading
Name: James Timshel Orcutt A.K.A: Jamie, “Poe” (alleged) Hometown: Fairfax, Virginia College Affiliation: Strathmore College (graduated); currently a 1L at Eli Law School Undergraduate Major: History, Political Science Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Gray Height: 6’1″ Activities: Elizabethan Society, Rose … Continue reading
Today: The last secret story (or is it? dun dun duuuuuunnnnn) Better hope you’re signed up for the newsletter Saturday: Poe’s dossier. Sunday: A special giveaway. Monday: A big surprise and way more giveaways. Tuesday: We party. And I put … Continue reading
