This world would be a better place if people spent time considering and preparing for the zombie apocalypse. Think about it. People would be ready in case of disaster, they would be in better physical shape, have training in firearms, and know some basic survival skills.My fascination with the zombie apocalypse began with Zack Snyder's "Dawn of the Dead" remake, and has grown considerably ever since. I have created a Netflix queue just for zombie films. I've given zombie lit a consistent place in my reading life; including titles by Max Brooks, David Wellington, Brian Keene, and Robert Kirkman. I've spent hours playing video games like "Resident Evil" and "Zombies Ate My Neighbors," and I've even started a new music project as a result.
This playground of the dead has provided for hours of entertainment and revived my creative pulse.
Much of the motivation for this was the result of a video podcast known as The Dead Report. My cousin and her husband created this show to bring zombie news and reviews to the public, and they did a great job. While there hasn't been an episode in few months, I'm hoping for one soon.
In an effort to show my gratitude for The Dead Report, I have sent Joanne and Dave my copy of Brian Keene's book "The Rising". I hope they can look past the fact that the zombies talk and use weapons, and enjoy the story for what it really is, a reflection on the living.
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