Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse

The "Before you get your panties in a twit disclaimer."<br>I heart some James Breakwell. I don't follow him on the Twatter because I ain't got time to figure that stuff out, but I do stalk him on Facebook. <br>And the guy is funny as heck.<br><a href="http://lunapic.com" rel="nofollow noopener"> <img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1497989702i/23076943._SX540_.jpg" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"> </a><br><br>and classy.<br><br><a href="http://lunapic.com" rel="nofollow noopener"> <img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1497989702i/23076946._SY540_.jpg" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"> </a><br><br>When I saw that he was putting out a book I immediately peed my pants. Then began to wonder if he would take the tried method of many bloggers that put out a book and just recycle his already pubbed works. Mads props to him though, he went his on way.<br>And it's not horrible. I LOL'd at a couple of passages. (I'd post them but I'm tired and I got an advanced copy that they would surely change just because I liked the passage.)<br><br>I just didn't find anything great. <br>It's mostly thinking about the zombie apocalypse (something my kid does about every day so I could be on overkill.)<br>Breakwell gives tips to keep you and your family sorta safe from becoming one of the living dead.<br><br>Because it would suck taking your kid out in public and they want to do the bitey on everyone.<br><a href="http://lunapic.com" rel="nofollow noopener"> <img src="https://images.gr-assets.com/hostedimages/1497989702ra/23076945.gif" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"> </a><br><br>Unless of course it was <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/11183856-kelly-and-the-book-boar" rel="nofollow noopener">Kelly's</a> kid.<br><a href="http://lunapic.com" rel="nofollow noopener"> <img src="https://images.gr-assets.com/hostedimages/1497989702ra/23076944.gif" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"> </a><br><br>Her kid would totally suck turtles. I'd explain that whole little bit but like I said I'm tired and started working nights so shit..I might be one of the undead that Breakwell warns us about. <br><br>Or I could just be a hateful old woman who doesn't really care if the brats turn into quiet little brain eaters. I would kick back and drink some beer and go to the bathroom by myself.<br><a href="http://lunapic.com" rel="nofollow noopener"> <img src="https://images.gr-assets.com/hostedimages/1497989702ra/23076942.gif" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"> </a><br><br>I didn't hate it..but didn't love it. I will continue my stalk fest of him on Facebook though. Until that restraining order kicks in.<br><br><i>Booksource: Netgalley in exchange for review.</i><br><br>

I stumbled upon this a few days ago. The author is "a professional comedy writer and amateur father of four girls". After discovering the book, I googled him, found his Twitter account and could barely stop myself from spending actual hours reading about this man's family life. Seriously, the conversations parents apparently have with kids the age of 2-8 are HILARIOUS and James Breakwell doesn't seem to have a problem with sharing those any more than with sharing what other people might consider epic parenting fails. He's unapologetic and goofy (just like his kids and - judging by the fact that she married him, didn't divorce him and even is on his Twitter profile pic - his wife as well) and it's a delight.<br><br>As a huge fan of zombie stories, apocalyptic/post-apocalyptic stuff and most comedy programs, I had to read this and I wasn't disappointed. The book consists of 12 chapters full of hilarious advice nobody needs but which actually makes sense in a tragic way. *lol* From comments about participation awards, children's apparent inability to do even what is necessary for their own survival - let alone that of loved ones - right down to the dry comments on his geekiness by the author's wife, there is a little bit of everything in here. <br>Like his guide to what you best use as a replacement for a severed hand<br><img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1511720058i/24537923._SX540_.jpg" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"><br>or the best vehicle to ever posess, but even more so during the zombie apocalypse<br><img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1511720058i/24537924._SX540_.png" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"><br>And, of course, it just emphasizes that we don't need actual zombies roaming the Earth because raising children can feel exactly like an episode of TWD on any given day. :D<br><br>I loved this book very much because it is full of sarcasm and a very dry sense of humour. James Breakwell actually seems to have thought this through (yes, I've made the odd plans for the zombie apocalypse in the past as well, don't judge) and it's a very special and hilarious take on this topic. A light and very enjoyable read.<br><br>For anyone interested, the author's Twitter account is <a href="https://twitter.com/XplodingUnicorn" rel="nofollow noopener">XplodingUnicorn</a> - have fun laughing so hard that you need an oxygen mask.

Here's the thing, I really don't like zombie stuff; I think it's stupid at best and disgusting at worst.  I'm also not a parent.  But I do follow James Breakwell on Twitter, and he consistently makes me giggle basically every day.  So when he said he was publishing a book, I felt like the least I could do was pay him $12 because even if the book was terrible, well, there are all those times he's made me laugh without charging me a cent.<br /><br />However, I needn't have worried, because Only Dead on the Inside was actually quite funny.  It's also full of poorly-drawn cartoons and lots of graphs and flowcharts, so there was plenty to keep me reading.  While the advice is generally ridiculous, the book itself is unique and entertaining.  And THEN I got to the chapter on minivans, and even if the entire rest of the book had been terrible, it all would have been worth it for that chapter.  Driving a van is kind of like joining a special club.  People who don't drive vans just don't get it.<br /><br /><blockquote>If you're a non-minivan driver, right now you're shaking your head in confusion.  "But I test-drove a minivan once," you say to yourself.  "It wasn't that great."  Wrong.  YOU weren't that great.  The wand chooses the wizard, Harry.  If you drove a minivan and you didn't enjoy it, you were not worthy.  You didn't reject the minivan.  The minivan rejected you.  Have fun being a muggle.</blockquote><br /><br />Guys, I basically want to to quote the entire chapter to you.  I just reread it while looking for the perfect quote.  This chapter spoke to me.  Deeply.<br /><br />My advice?  Check out Breakwell's Twitter account.  If it makes you tilt your head in confusion, don't bother with this book.  But if you find yourself quietly snorting in laughter multiple times, you should definitely give this book a go, even if, like me, you don't have kids or any interest in zombies.  

**First I have to tell you I got this from <u>Netgalley</u> in exchange for a review.**<br />Next I want to tell you.. <b>I HAVE NEVER IN MY LIFE LAUGHED SO MUCH WHILE READING A BOOK THAT IS MARKETED IN THE HUMOR, ZOMBIE, OR PARENTING GENRE!!!</b> This book is a big ray of sunshine!! Someone actually gets the real day today grind of parenting! The ups the downs, the laughs.. just everything!! I cannot gush enough about James Breakwell's unique sense of humor! He is a genius and a fresh new voice in a saturated zombie guide survival mishmash.<br /><blockquote>An Intro from the Author: "HOW THIS BOOK WORKS This book guides parents through the unique child-rearing challenges of the zombie apocalypse. If you don’t believe in zombies, you might still find this book entertaining. It’ll help you pass the time until the undead eat you."</blockquote> In my opinion: <u>A Parents Guide..</u> is loaded with comics, chapters about survival, parenting, unconventional ideas about the zombie apocalypse and more! For example: using umbrella strollers as weapons against the undead. Never thought about that before!! <blockquote><b>Strolling For Trouble Chapter 8 </b> Parents have many weapons at their disposal, but only one has the power to destroy anyone or anything in its path. A soldier has a rifle. A Jedi has a lightsaber. A parent has an umbrella stroller. Make no mistake: This is a weapon disguised as transportation. If you have a child young enough to ride in one, consider yourself lucky. You’ll always be armed and ready to defend your family.</blockquote> His book includes everything a parent could ever wonder about in the horrifying event of zombies manifesting on earth or even if zombies felt inclined to jump out of the bushes in attack of a meal... (James advises us to just hack down all bushes and shrubs so we won't get a surprise attack! Also to always be on the lookout, because you just never know. Also look out the window or walk out on the patio, like I do, to test the weather.. might as well also check for zombies!) I agree it is better as a parent to be prepared because with the all the crazy news stories, and all the research being done (with or without or knowledge ::wink-wink::). I feel that even though his guide is meant to be humorous, it does make a lot of good points on how to survive! I truly do get afraid the world might be coming to an end in my lifetime. Strange things happen! I don't know about anyone else, but I can't tell the future..and maybe that is why I love Sci Fi and Dystopian titles so much ☺️! So practical advice with humor and understanding.. relatable to parents of all kinds. <blockquote> James describes family units that have survived in the apocalypse as anyone: " That can include any combination of moms, dads, stepparents, grandparents, sketchy people met on the road, wolves that find and raise babies, balls with bloody handprints on them, and talking smartphone interfaces. I envy anyone who gets to co-parent with Siri."</blockquote><br />I laughed so hard when I read that!!<br /><br />James Breakwells website ( if you click on the menu he also writes webcomics!!) and THE BOOK <a href="http://explodingunicorn.com/onlydeadontheinside/" rel="nofollow noopener">Only The Dead On The Inside</a><br /><br />He is also on twitter <a href="https://www.twitter.com/XplodingUnicorn" rel="nofollow noopener">XplodingUnicorn</a><br />The Publisher: <a href="https//www.benbellabooks.com" rel="nofollow noopener">BenbellaBooks</a><br /><br /><p> <a href="https://giphy.com/gifs/zombie-xMyTeLEs7gG9W" rel="nofollow noopener">via GIPHY</a> </p>

<i> Read all my reviews on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="http://urlphantomhive.booklikes.com">http://urlphantomhive.booklikes.com</a> </i><br /><br />Disclaimer: I'm not a parent and I've been reading this book to make sure I can take any advantage necessary should the zombie-apocalypse arrive. <br /><br />Which is exactly why I can't share any of it with you. ;) <br /><br />Only Dead on the Inside takes a funny turn from your usual survival guides, adding in a lot of sections on children, while mainly complaining about them but in a funny way. However, there even seemed to be some sound advice in there. I was unaware of the author's twitter (@xplodingunicorn) but it is a nice one to follow. <br /><br />Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free book in exchange for an honest review!

It is funny. It even made me laugh audibly at some points. My husband came home at the very end and now he has an even better "let's get a minivan" argument. We still aren't getting a minivan. The umbrella stroller will just have to be enough to save us. In a world saturated with zombie books and adaptions, this book has relevance. The author touches on a subject largely glossed over. What do you do when you have a whiney four year old and your neighbors want to eat you? If you aren't a parent-- you won't get it. You will understand the words but the humor will largely be lost on you &amp; so will the sarcasm. It's about a 3 1/2 hour read so even if you are unsure give it a go.

As a parent I absolutely loved this book and will cherish its wisdom in the event of a zombie crisis so I can keep my kids safe, lol. I plan to stock up on legos and jacks to sprinkle around the floor so they really can be used as a defense mechanism but I draw the line at getting a minivan. I have REFUSED for years to be a Minivan Mom, I’ll stick to my SUV.<br /><br />It really is very tongue in cheek while providing survival tips but it somehow still came off as a good parenting book which I didn’t expect. I laughed so hard I had to stop snacking on the Pringles I was eating while reading this because I choked at one point and felt like I cut my throat on a damn chip!<br /><br />I think this should be the Must Buy gift this Christmas season for all the parents you know.

Hilarious tongue-in-cheek guide to surviving the zombie apocalypse while attempting to raise the hope for the future. This made me laugh out loud because as a mom I could see all of this happening! Fans of The Walking Dead and Family Circus will love this.<br /><br />I was given this book by the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

If you don't follow James Breakwell on Twitter, you should go do so. He's hilarious and I really love reading his tweets - I don't go on twitter often so I kinda "binge read" when I'm there which is often. So when I saw that he had a book on NetGalley I immediately requested it and put it on the front of my TBR list.<br /><br />And luckily, it lived up to expectations!<br /><br />I mean, a book is a lot longer than 140 characters. I wouldn't have been surprised if it ran out of steam halfway. But Breakwell did an excellent job of pacing the jokes and I laughed during every chapter.<br /><br />Written in a pseudo-serious tone, Only Dead on the Inside is a handbook to help parents survive a zombie attack while keeping their kids alive. Illustrated with very crudely drawn Microsoft Paint-style comics (the comics were probably the weakest point of the book but I laughed at quite a few of them so it's not like they are complete failures), topics include:<br /><br />- How to convince your kids to hide<br /><br />- Food during a zombie apocalypse<br /><br />- Why minivans are awesome (and what else you can use as a weapon against zombies)<br /><br />- Why a zombie apocalypse means you never have to clean your house<br /><br />- And what to do if you need to amputate your arm.<br /><br />I would definitely recommend this to everyone and I would pick up a copy if I ever found it in a bookshop. It's funny and I really enjoyed reading it. If you've had experiences with kids (and everyone has, since you either were one or know one), you'll probably enjoy this. And his Twitter account. You should definitely check that out!<br /><br />Disclaimer: I got a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a free and honest review.<br /><br />This review was first posted at <a href="http://allsortsofbooks.blogspot.jp/2017/09/only-dead-on-inside-by-james-breakwell.html" rel="nofollow noopener">Inside the mind of a Bibliophile</a>

Only Dead on the Inside is a hilarious guide for parents on how to keep your kids and yourself alive during the Zombie Apocalypse. It's a light, fun read that any parent will find relatable.<br /><br />The book is quick paced and filled with charts and comic strips to illustrate pointers on survival. They kept my attention and interest as well as giving me a good laugh. The idea of umbrella strollers as weapons really cracked me up!<br /><br />This is James Breakwell's debut book, and it was fabulous! For a daily dose of his humor, you can follow him on Twitter like I do; Twitter was never so amusing!