Guestbook « Peter Lerangis

Maddie wrote on March 24, 2012 at 7:15 PM

Hi Mr. Lerangis! Who is Jack London and what boobk did he write? Thanks!!!!

Admin Reply:

Jack London was a writer who specialized in adventure stories that took place in the Far North. His most well known works include CALL OF THE WILD and WHITE FANG. The story that most inspired me was called TO BUILD A FIRE. I encourage you to look up more about him and his writing on line.

Elizabeth Atya wrote on March 24, 2012 at 5:16 AM

Hi again! I just finished reading The Dead of night. It took me around an hour and thirteen minutes to read the entire book. (I timed it. XD ) Excellent book. I can't wait for next month, when you come to California! 🙂

Admin Reply:

Hello, Elizabeth. Wow, that’s more than a page a minute! I am flattered. Hope we will meet on the West Coast.

Megan wrote on March 23, 2012 at 11:59 PM

Hi, Peter!

I've been wanting to ask this question!

When an author in Cahills vs. Vespers finishes a book(for example, Roland Smith), do you get to read it before it officially comes out?

~Megan

Admin Reply:

Hello, Megan! Yes, we certainly do. Although I haven't read Roland’s book yet, as I’m on book tour with very little spare time!

Ariel wrote on March 23, 2012 at 10:37 PM

Hello again Mr.Lerangis,
What author inspired you to start writing? I think that I might want to be an author too.

Admin Reply:

Hello, Ariel! I think my most inspirational author as a kid was Jack London. I loved the vividness of his writing, the way he drew me into the adventure. Good luck to you with YOUR personal writing adventure.

susie wrote on March 23, 2012 at 4:46 PM

thanks for answering my questions! have you read the chronicles of narnia? if you haven't you should. it's fine that you don't want to answer my other questions on here, is there any other way i could contact you? you could email me? always praying for you, susie.

Admin Reply:

Ah, yes! I love the Narnia series. It was the gateway to reading for both of our sons. This guestbook is a terrific and reliable way to contact me always. I will be on tour until May, so time is extremely tight, and it’s been wonderful having a central place where I answer all messages together in one fell swoop!

Lauren wrote on March 23, 2012 at 1:33 AM

I am interested in reading your books and you came to our school on March 22. 2012 and you seem like a fantstic author! I love to write, so I would like to ask you, How did you become a writer , what does it take, and do you have to be an adult to start having the job of a writer? I know, lots of questions in one! Please answer.

Admin Reply:

Hello, Lauren! I became a writer by working hard on my writing when I was young. Years later, while I was pursuing my theater career, I worked as an editor in a publishing company. There, I rediscovered my love for writing and began writing books. Most people do become professional writers as adults, but I do know people who started early. Gordon Korman wrote his first book at age 12, won a contest, had it published when he was 14, and the rest is history!

Meredith wrote on March 22, 2012 at 9:26 PM

I want to be an author but i'm only 10. How can I start? I also want to be a popstar. Lots of kids at laidlaw say i have to be 18 or it will be in my moms name. I don't want that. What should i do.{ laidlaw is my school.}

Admin Reply:

Hello, Meredith! I had such an amazing time at Laidlaw. Thanks for having me. As for being a writer, you are so lucky to be starting so young. You have lots of time, to read, read, read. That’s the best way to become a writer. Read as much as you can. Read what you love. Try to figure out what your favorite authors do to make their books so vivid. What kind of words do they use? What words do they leave out? Every good story has a question that is not answered until the end. What is the question in your story? Try writing a story from beginning to end. It’s a great feeling to finish a story. You may want to show some of your stories to your teacher, or you may want to keep some stories to yourself. The important thing is to keep enjoying it and keep doing it. There are no shortcuts to being a writer. You need to keep doing it, and you will get better and better!

Jaina wrote on March 22, 2012 at 6:41 PM

Hi! You came to our school today and I wanna know when other times you are coming to Western Springs cause I wanna buy all of the books that you wrote in the 39 clues series and i will buy the other books by the other authors and I saw the hidden clues in the first section of the 39 clues

Admin Reply:

Hi, Jaina! I will be at Anderson’s tonight (March 22) at 7:00, and you can get the books there!

Grace wrote on March 22, 2012 at 6:37 PM

Hi! you came to our school you had the best presentation!

Admin Reply:

Thanks, so much, Grace!

Anonymous wrote on March 22, 2012 at 6:44 AM

Please visit (and like) Cahill Philippines!
http://www.facebook.com/CahillPhilippinesOfficial

Thank you!

Admin Reply:

Thanks for the invitation! I tried clicking through, but it didn’t work. Ah well …

MonkeyLucian1 wrote on March 22, 2012 at 3:30 AM

Hi again, Peter! I have another question: if you weren´t the writer, who would you think that was V1?

Admin Reply:

Gordon Korman. He acts very suspicious sometimes.

Princess wrote on March 22, 2012 at 1:52 AM

Hey Peter,It's me,Princess.I posted on your blog during the holidays.
I have a few questions and a favor:
1.My birthday is coming,do you have any book suggestions?
(I've already read The Dead of Night.Good book!)
2.I'm dreaming of writing a book someday,any tips?
3.What inspired you to write books?
4.I often experience writer's block,anyway to overcome this?
Please come to the Philippines!!! I want to meet you someday!!
Thanks and goodbye,Peter!

Admin Reply:

Hello, Princess! I do remember your post. Happy birthday! If you’re a Gordon Korman fan (like me) I recommend his latest, SHOWOFF, and also his TITANIC series. And Judy Blundell’s books are terrific, as are Linda Sue Park’s. You are already doing what you need to do — read a lot. All the time. (But not while crossing the street!) Try to figure out what your favorite authors do to make their books so vivid. What kind of words do they use? What words do they leave out? Every good story has a question that is not answered until the end. What is the question in your story? I always loved writing, even way back when I was a kid. I was inspired by the way writers like Jack London affected me so deeply. As for writer’s block, well, chocolate helps, but really the only way to get through it to sit yourself down until the words come. No real shortcuts! Hope this helps, and I look forward to visiting the Philippines some day!

Max Damewood wrote on March 21, 2012 at 11:08 PM

Hi Peter, Do you remember comming to Hawthorne elementary school in Elmhurst, IL? Do you remember the kid in the blue shirt you gave a book to? Well this is him speaking. I want to say thank you for delerving such a great power point presentation and a inspirational speech. I have told my family all about meeting you and what it is like to be an author. Thanks for writting such great books. There are many others just like me reading them at night when my parents think I'm asleep. Max

Admin Reply:

Yes, I do indeed remember! Thanks so much for your note, Max. It truly makes my day, and I appreciate it greatly. (But I also hope you get enough sleep!)

lily wrote on March 21, 2012 at 10:51 PM

Dear Mr. Lerangis,
I read your book and it was THE BEST I have ever read!!!!
You are really good at coming up with ideas and I really want to write a book. I was wandering if you could help me with some ideas for the book?
Thanks,
Lily

Admin Reply:

Hi, Lily! Many thanks for your great review! What sort of help do you need?

Alexis wrote on March 21, 2012 at 9:06 PM

Hi, Peter, it's me (if that wasn't so obvious already). I was just wondering, what branch are Clifford Riley and Mallory Kass from? And by the way, great job on The Dead of Night!

Admin Reply:

Hello, Alexis! That’s an excellent question, and I’m chagrined to say I don’t know. I will have to ask. Thankss for the kind words about THE DEAD OF NIGHT!

Nicolas wrote on March 21, 2012 at 8:51 PM

Hi Peter
Can you make 3 prompts for me. Just for me.
I'm going to make books about them.
Nicolas

Admin Reply:

Hi, Nicolas! I am posting prompts to the 39 Clues Message Board, so you’re more than welcome to join in with those. [pl-popup content="http://www.the39clues.com/messageboard/show/18112" title="" width="1000" height="640"]Here’s the latest[/pl-popup]!

Truman wrote on March 20, 2012 at 11:42 PM

Hi, Mr. Lerangis,
I saw on the Cahill Command Message Board on The 39 Clues website that when you were a kid, you liked the Freddy the Pig series. I love it! What is your favorite book out of that series? I like Freddy and the Spaceship.

Admin Reply:

Hi, Truman. Yes, that was a great one. Also FREDDY GOES CAMPING, FREDDY THE DETECTIVE, FREDDY THE MAGICIAN, and FREDDY AND THE MEN FROM MARS.

Lesley Meek (again) wrote on March 20, 2012 at 8:37 AM

I know you probably don't know or can't say but do you know when Amy's birthday is?

Admin Reply:

Hi, Lesley! You’ve stumped me — sadly, I don’t know when Amy’s birthday is!

Becca wrote on March 20, 2012 at 2:28 AM

Hey Peter, its Becca. I met you at Chicago on your tour? I traveled 5 hours to meet you. I hope you remember me. Anyway, I have a few questions. First, what book did you have to research the most on in the 39 Clues series? Also, what was the first book you have ever written. What is your favorite place that you have been on your tour? Finally, if your agent name is SwampHamster1, then why doesn't it say that under your card? One last question: who puts the 39 Clues authors in their order? So far, you have written every fourth book starting with number 3. Then Jude Watson wrote 4 and 6 and 2. The Gordon Korman wrote book 2, book 8, and book 1. You guys are the most popular writers in the series. I don't really see a pattern. Is it random? Thanks for your time in answering this. I am your biggest fan!

Admin Reply:

Hi, Becca! Of course I remember you, and thank you so much for taking the time to come to my presentation! The most research I had to do was on THE VIPER’S NEST, as I’ve never been to South Africa, and also on THE DEAD OF NIGHT. The first book I wrote was a book called PUZZLES AND GAMES for Macmillan Educational Company. I loved every place I’ve been on tour; honestly, I find amazing things everywhere. And the good people at Scholastic made sure that my real name was on my card (although I love Swamphamster1). And the pattern has more to do with accommodating all our writing schedules! Hope that answers your questions.

Molly wrote on March 19, 2012 at 10:19 PM

I saw you at Freemont school today. I saw your book The vipers nest. I am a big fan of snakes. I wanted to tell you that the snake on your book cover is an acconda and not a viper.

Admin Reply:

Hi, Molly! You are observant. The artist who made that snake actually used a composite of different snakes, including an anaconda, to make that one. Excellent eyes!

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