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: writing advice
Of interest to readers, writers, and those who are both: My friend Carla Capshaw, an extraordinary writer and a connoisseur of hole-in-the-wall Chinese restaurants, tells about her road to publication on The Manuscript Mavens blog. I read Carla’s wonderful “The … Continue reading
I recently received a comment on one of my old (almost three years now, but still very popular) posts. It’s the one on Four Act Structure: Sean Ashby said: Four acts, eh? Very interesting, thank you! I’m learning so much … Continue reading
In case you missed it, the incomparable Kathy Carmichael did a wonderful guest blog on writing great endings at Plotmonkeys this weekend. I love Kathy’s advice so much: she’s the woman who taught me to write (and adore) synopses. Don’t … Continue reading
I’ve seen a lot of folks coming to my blog looking for plotting board advice in the last few days, and I’ve also seen a lot of blogs directing people here, or otherwise commenting on the method. Some are snarky, … Continue reading
Calling all Writers: Seventy Days of Sweat returns this week. The sponsors, Yours Truly, HelenKay Dimon, Jaci Burton, Larissa Ione, Lauren Dane, Portia Da Costa, and Shiloh Walker invite you to join in. Basically, 70 Days of Sweat is designed … Continue reading
There have been several interesting posts on the topic of writing advice in the past few weeks on my blog roll.1 I like Justine’s (first link), and it’s a good thing to keep in mind. She says: I occasionally get … Continue reading
BeforeAfter Writing-wise, there’s an interesting discussion going on at Robin Brande’s blog, prompted by a post on Patrick’s. Grrrrr…. Patrick, why can’t I post on your blog?
So I was minding my own business on Sunday night, when suddenly and with no warning whatsoever, I was attacked by the Ninja Flu. Within the space of two hours, my throat was completely closed up, I couldn’t speak, I … Continue reading
A few weeks ago, I read a proposal by my critique partner. Since I’ve been working with this writer for over four years, I’ve read a lot of her proposals, as she’s read a lot of mine. When you reach … Continue reading
Today we have a very special guest blogger: USA Today and New York Times Besteselling Author Gena Showalter! Apologies to Gena. I was supposed to post this last week and got so wrapped up in wedding stuff that it didn’t … Continue reading
