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1. It is a sequel to Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. 2. It is very, very good. 3. I wrote it. But, really -- I’m not biased. It turned out great. 4. It is an all-new novel about the extraordinary lengths Elizabeth Darcy (née Bennet) must go to in order to save her husband after he’s bitten by a zombie and infected with “the strange plague.” Rumors are swirling...
1. The undead are not evil! They’re hungry, that’s all. They don’t mean to cause anyone harm. They’re merely slaves to their own inexorable, conscienceless appetites, just like locusts, sharks, or Rupert Murdoch. 2. Zombies are your friends and neighbors. Yes, they’re dead and they’re trying to eat you, but still -- show a little respect. That’s Uncle Frank you’re about to decapitate...
1. Yes, as an American I am obligated to be armed at all times. My gun of choice at the moment is the Glock 34, as it combines stopping power with pinpoint accuracy. Plus it matches my drapes. 2. No, “The Star-Spangled Banner” is not our national anthem, though it’s played whenever an American athlete picks up a gold medal at the Olympics. Our real anthem -- thanks to an executive order...
1. Although I am an American, I do not believe the stereotype that everyone in Australian is a Foster’s-swilling crocodile hunter descended from exiled English pickpockets. There are also Aborigines. 2. #1, though offered in jest, will be considered insulting by 99.995% of Australians, and should therefore be followed immediately by a heartfelt apology. I am very, very sorry. 3. The stereotype...
1. This blog is mine mine MINE all week, and there’s nothing you can do about it. 2. The fine folks at Random House gave me control of their blog because I am the author of Dreadfully Ever After, the sequel to Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. 3. They also probably believed that I would do something worthwhile with the blog, such as write about my new book or offer helpful tips on breaking into...
