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Zombies Hate Stuff
Zombies hate kittens.
Zombies don't mind babysitting.
Zombies really hate sharing.
Zombies love one thing...
Zombies don't mind babysitting.
Zombies really hate sharing.
Zombies love one thing...
60 pages, Hardcover
First published March 7, 2012
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November 3, 2022
Book 1 in my Zombie-a-thon 2022
Hilarious and brilliantly illustrated picture book. 🧟♂️🧟
Hilarious and brilliantly illustrated picture book. 🧟♂️🧟
July 21, 2012
Last weekend, I was visiting my brother and I saw that he had a copy of this book. He mentioned having another copy that was signed so I asked for one, and he gave me the unsigned copy. The cheapskate. I am the elder child, therefore I should have all the prime goodies, dammit!
*sigh*
Although... It was free and has zombies I won't complain TOO much. Maybe.
Anyway, so, even though it was the obviously less desirable copy, I read it. "Read" being mostly figurative, since there are only 80 words in this entire book. Exactly 80. I counted.
I'm not terribly impressed, though. I was hoping that it would be funny, but instead I flipped through it and was just kinda... underwhelmed. Probably it was just that my usually fantastic sense of humor did a little hiss-pop-fizzle and pooped out on me, but I just don't get why zombies would hate this stuff. With few exceptions, it just... doesn't make sense.
And don't give me any of that "Zombies aren't real, so it doesn't have to make sense" crap, either. You know what zombies hate? Helmets. It's like having cans of food but no can opener. That's what zombies hate. Not kittens or balloons or mermaids or weddings. Maybe they'd hate meteors, because that could crush and kill them (again), but probably not re-gifting. Because zombies only give the gift of zombiism, and that's a gift that keeps on giving forever. So zombies LOVE re-gifting. Duh.
Seriously... Kittens? Fucking zombies love kittens. They taste like chicken brains.
And zombies mind celery, so this book is a lie. Celery is not brains, bloody intestines or human-meat, therefore, zombies do not like it. Vegetarian zombies. Come on.
Most of this stuff is just silly, and it's like it's trying too hard to be silly, which makes it not funny, but just silly in a non-funny way. There will be groaning as you read this, but only from the poorly executed, silly but not funny jokes that make you roll your eyes.
Also, zombies don't love me. I kill zombies. Do it all the time. I killed one last week and he distinctly said he hated me for doing it right before he died for permanent.
True story.
*sigh*
Although... It was free and has zombies I won't complain TOO much. Maybe.
Anyway, so, even though it was the obviously less desirable copy, I read it. "Read" being mostly figurative, since there are only 80 words in this entire book. Exactly 80. I counted.
I'm not terribly impressed, though. I was hoping that it would be funny, but instead I flipped through it and was just kinda... underwhelmed. Probably it was just that my usually fantastic sense of humor did a little hiss-pop-fizzle and pooped out on me, but I just don't get why zombies would hate this stuff. With few exceptions, it just... doesn't make sense.
And don't give me any of that "Zombies aren't real, so it doesn't have to make sense" crap, either. You know what zombies hate? Helmets. It's like having cans of food but no can opener. That's what zombies hate. Not kittens or balloons or mermaids or weddings. Maybe they'd hate meteors, because that could crush and kill them (again), but probably not re-gifting. Because zombies only give the gift of zombiism, and that's a gift that keeps on giving forever. So zombies LOVE re-gifting. Duh.
Seriously... Kittens? Fucking zombies love kittens. They taste like chicken brains.
And zombies mind celery, so this book is a lie. Celery is not brains, bloody intestines or human-meat, therefore, zombies do not like it. Vegetarian zombies. Come on.
Most of this stuff is just silly, and it's like it's trying too hard to be silly, which makes it not funny, but just silly in a non-funny way. There will be groaning as you read this, but only from the poorly executed, silly but not funny jokes that make you roll your eyes.
Also, zombies don't love me. I kill zombies. Do it all the time. I killed one last week and he distinctly said he hated me for doing it right before he died for permanent.
True story.
August 3, 2015
This book may not have many words, but there is a story living in every picture. Every page is a giggle or puzzle or question. Why do zombies hate cliffs and soccer? Why do they like outhouses and celery? The celery page is brilliant! *grins*
But my favorite image was the roving bands of ninja. I mean come on! Ninjas and zombies! How could you not smile at that?! :)
A clever, morbid book filled with zombie humor. A must for zombie fans. A MUST!
July 4, 2015
A very naughty person told me that reading graphic novels is cheating to accumulate books for my reading challenge. I say not. But this book? This is definitely cheating.
This book can be read in 2 minutes. A literal 2 minutes.
But it was 2 minutes of giggling, and I call that a win. I must spread the jocularity.
Therefore, despite the vile accusations that will come my way, I will face them bravely to recommend this book. This very short book.
This book can be read in 2 minutes. A literal 2 minutes.
But it was 2 minutes of giggling, and I call that a win. I must spread the jocularity.
Therefore, despite the vile accusations that will come my way, I will face them bravely to recommend this book. This very short book.
February 5, 2016
Cute, with some funny moments. Not really "book-worthy" though...
February 27, 2015
Someone donated this cute little book to the library. It's basically a list of things zombies hate and a handful of things zombies love, illustrated. It's fairly amusing if you enjoy zombies...
August 6, 2012
I'm confused. Not so much by the book but more as to why there are so many reviews of the book.
Not to mention one that's hidden because it contains spoilers.
People, let's calm down with the use of "spoiler alerts" on everything. There's a difference between a spoiler and saying something that happens in the book.
If you'll indulge me for a second, this book lets you know that zombies hate roving bands of ninja. Okay, so that's a thing that happens in the book. But we already knew that zombies hate stuff based on the title. A roving band of ninja could be considered stuff, therefore I think it's pretty reasonable to expect something along those lines might show up.
Further, I don't really know how much one can spoil a book that takes less then 1 minute to finish and, for the most part, does not have an important order to it.
We need some sort of "spoiler alert" Geneva Convention here. When it's necessary, when it's cute, and when it's just not appropriate.
Necessary:
I'd say it's necessary whenever you're going to explain something that will cause 10% or more of something to become pointless. So if a movie is 250 minutes long, don't tell me anything that will ruin the first 25 minutes. Also, as an added caveat, if something spoils greater than 10% of the QUALITY of something, it may warrant a spoiler alert. If you only ruin 10 minutes of a movie for me, but it's by far the BEST 10 minutes, then we have a problem.
Cute:
I'd say that you'll have to go with your gut on this one, but basically, the more obvious something is, the cuter it is to warn with "spoiler alert" ahead of time. Or, the more unnecessary. For example, "I went to work. Spoiler alert: it was boring." Also, completely nonsensical use is encouraged when being cute. For example, when reading a highway sign pointing out that your destination is 35 miles away, feel free to berate the government for spoiling the mystery for you.
Not Appropriate:
Now, I understand that most of you are trying not to spoil stuff. Which I appreciate. But I'll safeguard myself. If you start telling me about Dark Knight Rises, I'll stop you and say, "I don't want to know ANYTHING." Also not cool is when you say spoiler alert before talking about something ten years old. So just as a blanket warning, I WILL dive into talking about an episode of Roseanne without warning you that I may spoil it. But "spoil" here meaning "cost you a very low level of enjoyment of one episode of a show from a decade ago." And finally, not appropriate to use this phrase orally in a serious way. In writing, it makes sense because the reader can't stop you, slow you down, or change the conversation. It's just out there, and there's nothing you can do to prevent spoilage other than letting them know it's there and letting them make a decision about whether they want to read on. In speech, rather than saying, "I'm about to spoil something for you" it's a hell of a lot more polite to ASK.
Not to mention one that's hidden because it contains spoilers.
People, let's calm down with the use of "spoiler alerts" on everything. There's a difference between a spoiler and saying something that happens in the book.
If you'll indulge me for a second, this book lets you know that zombies hate roving bands of ninja. Okay, so that's a thing that happens in the book. But we already knew that zombies hate stuff based on the title. A roving band of ninja could be considered stuff, therefore I think it's pretty reasonable to expect something along those lines might show up.
Further, I don't really know how much one can spoil a book that takes less then 1 minute to finish and, for the most part, does not have an important order to it.
We need some sort of "spoiler alert" Geneva Convention here. When it's necessary, when it's cute, and when it's just not appropriate.
Necessary:
I'd say it's necessary whenever you're going to explain something that will cause 10% or more of something to become pointless. So if a movie is 250 minutes long, don't tell me anything that will ruin the first 25 minutes. Also, as an added caveat, if something spoils greater than 10% of the QUALITY of something, it may warrant a spoiler alert. If you only ruin 10 minutes of a movie for me, but it's by far the BEST 10 minutes, then we have a problem.
Cute:
I'd say that you'll have to go with your gut on this one, but basically, the more obvious something is, the cuter it is to warn with "spoiler alert" ahead of time. Or, the more unnecessary. For example, "I went to work. Spoiler alert: it was boring." Also, completely nonsensical use is encouraged when being cute. For example, when reading a highway sign pointing out that your destination is 35 miles away, feel free to berate the government for spoiling the mystery for you.
Not Appropriate:
Now, I understand that most of you are trying not to spoil stuff. Which I appreciate. But I'll safeguard myself. If you start telling me about Dark Knight Rises, I'll stop you and say, "I don't want to know ANYTHING." Also not cool is when you say spoiler alert before talking about something ten years old. So just as a blanket warning, I WILL dive into talking about an episode of Roseanne without warning you that I may spoil it. But "spoil" here meaning "cost you a very low level of enjoyment of one episode of a show from a decade ago." And finally, not appropriate to use this phrase orally in a serious way. In writing, it makes sense because the reader can't stop you, slow you down, or change the conversation. It's just out there, and there's nothing you can do to prevent spoilage other than letting them know it's there and letting them make a decision about whether they want to read on. In speech, rather than saying, "I'm about to spoil something for you" it's a hell of a lot more polite to ASK.
August 13, 2012
Did you know that Zombies hate hippies? And kittens? They do. They don't seem to mind Canadians or teddy bears. But they really hate trees. And they love you.
This is a hilarious little book that can be read in about 2 minutes. So if you have a couple minutes to spare, find out what else Zombies hate. It could mean the difference between life and death during the Zombie Apocalypse. Or not.
This is a hilarious little book that can be read in about 2 minutes. So if you have a couple minutes to spare, find out what else Zombies hate. It could mean the difference between life and death during the Zombie Apocalypse. Or not.
February 5, 2018
Obviously not the most memorable or amazing thing committed to the page, but there are some funny illustrations.
July 4, 2012
Meh. I think Stones could have done a lot better with this. It seemed to be a collection of things that the author despised, and he just stuck a zombie in the picture. Some were kind of funny, like dodgeball and mannequins, but most of them were puzzling. I mean, regifting? Seriously?! And there were some I plain didn't get, such as "naked." Why wouldn't zombies like naked people? Doesn't that mean dinner is easier to get? Some just don't seem very well thought out.
On the plus side, this book took me all of 30 seconds to read.
On the plus side, this book took me all of 30 seconds to read.
November 20, 2017
Bahahahahahaha! You have to read this weird, warped book!
November 21, 2012
This book is basically telling us about the emotions of zombies, who, until now, most of us have thought of as emotionless. We follow one zombie around for a while and we investigate its Psychology: What it likes, hates, etc. We also, at the end of the book, learn about the one thing that it loves: You!
Some people may say that this book is simple and made for entertainment, but lo, analyze the material and find out that in fact its Philosophical resonances are one of the main things within the book. The zombie we follow likes thing for different reasons, both for survival methods and emotional methods. This is exactly the way we, humans, feel about things. Perhaps the only thing different about the zombie from us is the fact that it is a brain craving, plague infected "monster". That is not to say that some humans are not cannibals.
The more we think about it, the more we realize that the zombie is exactly like us, and after we establish that way of thinking we begin to think that possibly we are the monsters for trying to kill these zombies, when they were only trying to survive when they attacked us, cracked open our skulls, and ate our brains. Then, after we establish this way of thinking, we begin to imagine a peaceful world in which zombies and humans may live in harmony.
This book is not only amusing, it is made to raise peace throughout the entire world! That is my reason for giving it five stars and that is why you should read it!
.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Nah, the zombies are the monsters.
Some people may say that this book is simple and made for entertainment, but lo, analyze the material and find out that in fact its Philosophical resonances are one of the main things within the book. The zombie we follow likes thing for different reasons, both for survival methods and emotional methods. This is exactly the way we, humans, feel about things. Perhaps the only thing different about the zombie from us is the fact that it is a brain craving, plague infected "monster". That is not to say that some humans are not cannibals.
The more we think about it, the more we realize that the zombie is exactly like us, and after we establish that way of thinking we begin to think that possibly we are the monsters for trying to kill these zombies, when they were only trying to survive when they attacked us, cracked open our skulls, and ate our brains. Then, after we establish this way of thinking, we begin to imagine a peaceful world in which zombies and humans may live in harmony.
This book is not only amusing, it is made to raise peace throughout the entire world! That is my reason for giving it five stars and that is why you should read it!
.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Nah, the zombies are the monsters.
September 5, 2013
I have to agree with Zombie that sock monkeys and mannequins ARE creepy while ice-fishing Canadians (with hockey sticks) are a-OK. This short, funny graphic novel made YALSA's Quick Picks list and I already handed it off to a reluctant reader who gave it two thumbs up for the moon penguins alone. Each page places Zombie in a full-color, minimalistic yet evocative setting with a one or two word caption. Could inspire a "Stuff Zombies Hate" guessing game (charades or drawing) at a library zombie program for teens, but best for high school and up as Zombie really hates disrespect when Dracula gives him the finger. Would also be a good title to include on a bookmark or display of 5-Minute Reads.
February 11, 2013
I got this for a friend who is a little zombie obsessed - ok, a LOT zombie obsessed (he even has a gun where the safety says "zombies"). What makes this little gem of a book funny is the absurd choices of things Zombies hate, really hate and don't mind. I guess I will go to Canada in the event of the zombie apocalypse because Zombies apparently don't mind Canadians. I also enjoyed the illustrations, which some made me laugh out loud. My husband even thought this book was funny and he couldn't care less about zombies.
If you have, or are, a zombie fan, this book should make you chuckle. I know mine did. He loved it!
If you have, or are, a zombie fan, this book should make you chuckle. I know mine did. He loved it!
November 18, 2013
ONE MINUTE REVIEW
What’s it about?
Charming, absurdist picture book. Kind of a novelty gift for zombie geeks.
Is it any good?
It is! See zombies terrified and perplexed by the things they hate - sock monkeys, weddings, dog poop, and more - as rendered in a quirky, watercolor style that uses repetition of proscenium staging for its humor. Bonus sections on things zombies "Don't Mind" (like Canadians) or "Really Hate" (like Moon Penguins) bring the book to a fun wrap.
Any problems?
Nope.
Who would like it?
Zombie geeks with a sense of humor. Anyone who enjoys a bit of absurd, internet-style humor.
What’s it about?
Charming, absurdist picture book. Kind of a novelty gift for zombie geeks.
Is it any good?
It is! See zombies terrified and perplexed by the things they hate - sock monkeys, weddings, dog poop, and more - as rendered in a quirky, watercolor style that uses repetition of proscenium staging for its humor. Bonus sections on things zombies "Don't Mind" (like Canadians) or "Really Hate" (like Moon Penguins) bring the book to a fun wrap.
Any problems?
Nope.
Who would like it?
Zombie geeks with a sense of humor. Anyone who enjoys a bit of absurd, internet-style humor.
September 1, 2012
I don’t know what “moon penguins” are, but zombies really hate them. And also unicorns, roving bands of ninja, and llamas (aw.) This collection of things zombies hate (complete with illustrations of a particular zombie hating them) is bizarre, but you’ll likely crack a smile after a page or two. I’m not sure how zombies’ tastes were tested or if they were polled, but who cares? It hits my funny bone in ALL the right places.
There's something about this book. It makes me laugh more every time I look at it. Silly, yes.
There's something about this book. It makes me laugh more every time I look at it. Silly, yes.
September 12, 2012
I am confused by all the terrible ratings of this book. What were you all expecting, fine art or enlightenment? It looks like some guys drank a couple beers and for laughs made a list, illustrated the list and then convinced a publisher it was a good idea. When we found this at the library we had to be shushed we were laughing so much.
This book is a novelty, it is not literature. Lighten up and have fun. I hate sharing too!
This book is a novelty, it is not literature. Lighten up and have fun. I hate sharing too!
July 13, 2012
This adult comedy book is basically a picture book of single-page drawings. The selection of things zombies hate is fairly random, which adds to the humor. The zombie drawings are excellent, especially the ones where the hapless zombie is missing a body part. Good for a few laughs, probably a must-have for the zombie aficionado in your life.
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October 3, 2012Hey. . .sometimes you just need a little "mental floss" reading. This is a fun "list" of items that zombies hate, don't mind, really hate. . .and one thing they love.
Good fun, but the illustration accompanying, "disrespect" may prove troublesome for classroom usage.
Good fun, but the illustration accompanying, "disrespect" may prove troublesome for classroom usage.
November 2, 2013
I was hoping for sentences, for stories or jokes, and I was surprised to find only one word on each page. The book is profusely illustrated, and it is funny enough for what it is. Quirky and slightly cute. I think my review is longer than the book.
July 10, 2012
Zombies and I have something in common. We BOTH hate moon penguins.
September 13, 2012
Seriously--too funny! I loved the juxtaposition between things that zombies hate (such as kittens and hippes). It just cracked me up how this was put together.
September 28, 2012
This book was so cute and clever. The sheer randomness of just what Zombies hate, really hate and don't hate had me and my friends giggling with every turn of the page.
March 28, 2013
I didn't get it whatsoever. Barely any of it made sense to me.
August 11, 2013
Whew! Thank goodness zombies don't mind Canadians.
I also hate moon penguins.
I also hate moon penguins.
September 20, 2013
Zombies really hate disrespect.
December 26, 2013
A present from my big bro, this is a fantastic book! Highly recommended.
December 26, 2013
This is a super cute and funny book. I don't know why there are negative comments; what are people expecting from a book like this?
It's meant to be fun and enjoyable, and I laughed out loud.
It's meant to be fun and enjoyable, and I laughed out loud.
January 1, 2014
Best coffee table book I could ever have.
September 24, 2013
Hysterical!
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