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 life
Today on Genreality I talk a little about why I’m not talking about my 2013 book. Also, I’m a guest agony aunt for Book Rat’s Austen in August “Dear Janeite” series, in which I discuss love between third cousins (and … Continue reading
Today on Genreality I break down my recent discussion with my editor regarding my latest revisions letter. A must read for writers out there wondering what it’s like to work on revisions with an editor!
Since the time of publication of For Darkness draws near, and I’ve been sending a lot of ARCs out into the world (and seeing a lot of reviews pop up on my twitter feed of late), I suppose it’s time … Continue reading
I totally forgot to announce the winner of last week’s giveaway. Mea culpa. The winner is: Emilia Argon at Comment 22! In other news, I’ve added a new event onto The For Darkness Shows the Stars Release Extravaganza. (I’m sure … Continue reading
Today’s post at Genreality is (rather fittingly) about Writing Battle Scenes. Check it out. Sailor Boy finished the book just last night, we’re headed to a matinee this afternoon, and I am off to sidebraid my hair. If it works … Continue reading
So because a lot of folks are getting For Darkness Shows the Stars “in their mailboxes,” I’ve been seeing a lot of you tube videos where they say my name. Or attempt to. It’s funny the way it always goes … Continue reading
I was a newlywed living in a one-bedroom apartment. I was brainstorming titles for what would eventually become Tap & Gown, my fourth published book. I was shopping for a house. I was writing Rampant, which would be my fifth … Continue reading
Did you guys hear about this whole plagiarism scandal? So apparently this (former) board member of an RWA chapter was selling self-published and micropress published stories that were actually written for Harlequin by authors like Liz Fielding and Julie Kenner. … Continue reading
January was a tough month for us. Rio was sick for a lot of it, we were sick for the rest. But other than that… Declutter bedroom: Didn’t get very far on this. Organize attic, basement, and spare closet: Didn’t … Continue reading
I’ve spent the last few days implementing updates to my website, which was a tiresome and unwieldy process, owing mainly to the combination of 1) I hadn’t updated the website since 2010, and 2) the website was designed when I … Continue reading
