Guestbook « Peter Lerangis

sophie l. wrote on March 3, 2013 at 8:29 PM

hi peter! Just wondering did you help design the 39 clues hunt website?
thanks
sophie

Admin Reply:

Hi, Sophie! No, if they had relied on me to design the 39 Clues site, people would run screaming from it. Such is my visual sense. I am so glad there are talented people who can do these things!

Jane wrote on March 3, 2013 at 5:11 AM

Hi again!

Well, I didn't think so to, but apparently one of the teachers at my school was the conductor or something like that. So, we got discounted tickets 😛

One final question:

-What is it like to write for a living?

Admin Reply:

Hi, Jane! It’s pretty awesome. I have to admit, I still have a hard time believing I can go to an office, spill out crazy ideas, shape them into a story, and be rewarded with a book that allows me to tour the country and meet readers.

Jane wrote on March 2, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Hey again Peter!

I've watched Sweeney Todd before (long story short: it was a mandatory field trip (pretty much the only non-boring one that I've been to) and it's pretty dark and somber. Oh yeah, and a few questions ^_^ (if you don't mind) ...

Could you picture yourself as Sweeney Todd, and would you ever want to play him?

Have you seen Les Mis (and no, I don't just mean the movie)?

What do you think the 39 clues would be like as a musical?

~Jane, aged 13

Admin Reply:

Hi, Jane! Funny, back when it opened, I never imagined Sweeney Todd would ever be the kind of show that schools would go to on field trips! Yes, I have thought of playing Sweeney, but that role requires a robust baritone voice, and mine is more of a lyric tenor. Ah well, maybe with proper miking …

Connor wrote on March 2, 2013 at 1:52 PM

Dear Peter,

Is it okay if I create a game based on the Seven Wonders? I thought it would be interesting if there was a game based on your book. I have a program to let me do that. If you say yes, (I don't want to really make it without your permission.) can I make it?

Admin Reply:

Yes, Connor, you certainly may, and thank you for asking!

Olivia wrote on March 2, 2013 at 1:21 PM

Hi Peter!!!
You came my school a while ago and signed books. I really wanted signed book! I have so many questions for you!
1. Do you have any pets?
2. Do you think that the Barnes and Noble still has signed copies of your book?
I think you an awesome writer, and you are very, very funny!!!
-Olivia : )

Admin Reply:

Hi, Olivia! Thanks so much for the nice words, I really appreciate it! I have not had a pet since our guinea pig, Julia Caesar, passed away. I believe you’re writing from Austin, yes? If so, I don’t believe I signed any books at a Barnes & Noble because my school visits were sponsored by Book People. They may have some signed books, so you may want to call them at 512-472-5050. Hope this helps.

Connor wrote on March 1, 2013 at 9:38 PM

We finally finished the book! It was great! If I gave it a score it would be a 100,000/10!! My most favorite book ever! I can't wait till LOST IN BABYLON comes out!
Your BIGGEST fan,
Connor

Admin Reply:

Great! Glad to read this. Thanks, Connor!

Tommie wrote on March 1, 2013 at 1:28 PM

Hi peter! You just visited my school yesterday and I was so happy you came! I was just wondering what day you would be leaving because I really want a signed copy from your book, The Seven Wonders! You are my inspiration to become an author! I also think it is awesome that you got to meet the First Lady Bush!!!!! Also, that you got to meet the president of Russia! Well type me back please, and let me know when you are coming to visit us and I would love to come see you! Thanks,
Tommie

Admin Reply:

Hi, Tommie! Thanks for all your kind words! I am writing this on the way to the airport, so unfortunately I’m moving on from Houston, where I’ve had such a great time. But not to worry, if you go to the Barnes & Noble at the Woodlands Mall or the Blue Willow Bookshop, I autographed all my books there, so you can get a signed copy even after I’m gone!

Kathryn Araguz wrote on March 1, 2013 at 2:58 AM

Hi Peter,
Thank you so much for coming to Pleasent Hill Elementary School. I really enjoyed your presentation. My daughter, Ashlyn (she previously wrote to you here) was so excited to get your book. She loves to read and this is right up her alley. As the PTA president of their school I was so excited to see the love of reading come out in all of the students that were there. Hope to read more of your books really soon..

Admin Reply:

Hello, Kathryn! Thank you so much. Visiting schools is one of the great pleasures of being a writer. I never had the kind of encouragement and personal contact with an author that I would have liked as a kid, so it’s become kind of a mission to pass it forward to the next generation. I feel lucky to be able to do so! So your note is much appreciated, and all best to the great kids at Pleasant Hill (and the parents who work so hard on their behalf).

Moemi wrote on March 1, 2013 at 12:49 AM

Dear Mr. Lerangis,

I am wondering if my name should be pseudonymous. I like the name. But Mr. Lerangis, have you read any books by Cornelia Funke? She's a good author. Maybe her books will help you write.

P.s. You should change the spam thing it's really hard to read.

Admin Reply:

Hi, Moemi! Using a pseudonymous name is totally up to you. But if you like your name, why not use it? You know, I have Cornelia Funke’s books on my “to read” shelf but have not yet read them. I’ve heard she’s wonderful. So thanks for the recommendation. Sorry about the RECAPTCHA words, but I have to do that. You would be amazed at how much spam gets sent to the guestbook, literally hundreds a day! If I had to spend time dealing with spammers, I would not have that time to answer questions from great readers like you. Apologies!

Connor wrote on February 28, 2013 at 9:25 PM

The bookclub is going great! We are on the chapter called Recalculation. I LOVE your book! I'm going out of my way just so can read your book! (It's that good!)
Your fan,
Connor

Admin Reply:

Connor, it makes my day to read this. Thanks!

Cassie wrote on February 28, 2013 at 3:27 AM

Sorry I keep commenting!! I just have so many questions!!!!!!
1: have you ever had a pet?
2: what is your favorite animal? I loveeeeeeeeee cats!!!!
Only answer if you've had a pet: what kind of pets and how many? I've had 10 pets!!!!!!
What's your favorite song?
What's your favorite movie??
Thanks!!!!!!! Meow!!!!!

Admin Reply:

Hi again, Cassie!

Yes, I have had a dog (a Lhasa Apso) named Kuli, two hamsters named Cutie and Albie, and a guinea pig named Julia Caesar.
My favorite animal is the Tyrannosurus Rex, but I’ve never met one.
My favorite song is “Happy Birthday,” because when I hear it, it means I may soon be getting chocolate cake.
My favorite movie is “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

Kaushal wrote on February 28, 2013 at 3:24 AM

What is your favorite book to read in your everyday life? What is the next book in the seven wonders series about.

Admin Reply:

Hello, Kaushal! Wow, it’s hard to pick a favorite book, because I read so many of them! But I can tell you that the second book is called LOST IN BABYLON (and if you know your Seven Wonders, you may be able to tell which of the Wonders that will involve …!)

sofia wrote on February 28, 2013 at 1:35 AM

How long did it take you to write Seven Wonders and your very funny from the author visit

Admin Reply:

Hi, Sofia! Thanks so much for your nice words. It took about a year to write the book!

Sophie l. wrote on February 28, 2013 at 1:05 AM

Hi, it's me again, i have written to you a lot, but you are my favorite author! 😀 my class was wondering from your powerpoint if it actually for real is true that you were in class with all of those other famous people...

Admin Reply:

Hi again, Sophie! Always good to hear from you. Yes, it’s true that all those people were in my class!

Grace MacLachlan {ma-glok-lan} wrote on February 28, 2013 at 12:02 AM

Hi its Grace
You are my favorite author ever i love your book the 7 wonders . I have some questions.
#1 what is your favorite book that you have written?
#2 if you weren't an author what would your job be ?
Ok now let me tell you some things about me. My favorite animal:horse color: neon green subject:reading .I go to school at julia green elementary and did a project with a friend on the hanging gardens of babylon what is your favorite 7 wonder?

thanks,
Grace

Admin Reply:

Hello, Grace! Thanks for your kind words. Here you go:
1. My favorite book is definitely THE COLOSSUS RISES.
2. If I weren’t a writer, I’d like to be an actor. That’s what I did before I began writing, and I miss it.
So you’re a neon-green horse-reading fan of the Hanging Gardens! Very cool. I think my favorite Wonder may well be the Hanging Gardens, too.

Andy wrote on February 27, 2013 at 11:43 PM

Hi Peter,
I just read your book Seven Wonders Book 1: The Colossus Rises and I really enjoyed it. When will the next book in the series come out? And how are you so good at public speaking?

Admin Reply:

Hi, Andy! I’m very happy you liked THE COLOSSUS RISES. The next book, LOST IN BABYLON, comes out in October. And I’ve just always enjoyed public speaking. It helps that I had a career in the theater before I became a writer.

Grace wrote on February 27, 2013 at 11:41 PM

hi its Grace

my friend and i at julia green elementary made a project on the hanging gardens of babylon i got your book the seven wonders and let me say its amazing your my favorite author
sincerely,
Grace

Admin Reply:

Thanks so much, Grace! I’m really delighted you enjoyed the book! I’ll bet your project was fantastic.

Allyssa wrote on February 27, 2013 at 10:37 PM

Hey Peter!You came to my school yesterday,Oak Ridge Elementary.It was really funny when you showed us the picture of when you were a baby.Well my question is how did you become a writer?And how was your trip to Russia?Oh and did you have a safe trip back to NYC?

Admin Reply:

Hello, Allyssa! Thanks for your nice words! It was amazingly fun to visit Oak Ridge; you guys were go great! I became a writer back when I was an actor. In between acting jobs I starting editing books, and then writing them. Actually, you can read the whole story in the bio section on this page! The trip to Russia was one of the most fun things I’ve ever done. It happened way back in 2003 and I still think about it. Thanks for asking about my trip back to New York, but I’m still in Houston! Tomorrow I fly to Denver, and my tour continues to Boulder, San Francisco, and Seattle. The whole schedule is here.

Connor wrote on February 27, 2013 at 9:31 PM

Hi! It's me again Peter! I kinda got this daily post thing going on. My friend asked what happens in LOST IN BABYLON and I said they get lost in babylon. (just a guess) My friends and I have your book THE COLOSSUS RISES! We barely got it today and we love it so much! We started a book club for it!
Your fan,
Connor P.S just incase one of my friends post on here they are Greg and Emily.

Admin Reply:

Hey, Connor! Thanks so much. I think you guys are the first book club I know about for THE COLOSSUS RISES! Very cool. I am still working on LOST IN BABYLON, and let me tell you, it will full of surprises!

Jane wrote on February 27, 2013 at 3:12 PM

Hi Peter! So, I've got one big question to ask you *drumroll*

What's your favourite play/musical?

To be honest, I would have asked about how you deal with the annoying pain that is writer's block. But because that's probably your most frequently asked question, I decided to ask something different ... So, yeah.

Well, that and the fact that I'm intrigued by your theatrical career 😛

~Jane, aged 13

Admin Reply:

Hi, Jane! My favorite musical, believe it or not, is Sweeney Todd. I saw it when it first opened in 1979. Everything about the show — the drama, the beauty of the music, the innovative plot, the lyrics, the performances — blew me away. I think I will never in my life see a performance like Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Lovett. When I have writer's block, I listen to Sweeney Todd. It’s so dark and grim, but it’s a work of genius.

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