Zombie Zingers

By J. R. Walker

In the aftermath of a catastrophic zombie outbreak, humanity's survival hangs by a thread. Amidst the chaos, a small group of survivors stumbles upon an unexpected revelation: zombies can be momentarily subdued by laughter. This bizarre discovery sets the stage for a darkly comedic tale of survival in "Zombie Zingers."

 

Led by the resourceful but slightly eccentric Sam, the survivors hatch a daring plan to utilize humor as a weapon against the undead hordes. With a motley crew of survivors, including a retired circus clown, a former sitcom writer, and a stand-up comedian with stage fright, they embark on a perilous journey through the wasteland, seeking out other survivors and spreading laughter in their wake.

 

Their mission takes an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a makeshift settlement of survivors holed up in an abandoned comedy club. Among them are a group of washed-up comedians who are eager to join forces and bring some levity to their bleak existence. Together, they form an unlikely troupe and set out on a macabre comedy tour across the desolate landscape, performing for both the living and the undead.

 

As they traverse the dangerous no-man's land between settlements, they encounter various challenges, from rival survivor groups to malfunctioning zombie traps. Yet, despite the odds, their comedy act proves surprisingly effective, offering moments of relief amidst the horror of their reality.

 

However, their newfound success is short-lived when a mutated strain of zombies immune to laughter begins to emerge, threatening to undo all they've achieved. Forced to adapt their act on the fly, they must confront their darkest fears and find new ways to outwit the relentless horde.

 

As tensions rise and alliances are tested, the survivors must band together like never before if they hope to overcome this latest threat and carve out a future in a world where the line between the living and the dead has blurred beyond recognition.

 

"Zombie Zingers" is a darkly humorous tale of resilience, camaraderie, and the power of laughter in the face of adversity, proving that even in the midst of a zombie apocalypse, there's always room for a good punchline.

• Language: English
• Publisher: momo
• Release date: Feb 27, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224337415

Book preview

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he world had fallen into chaos, Streets once teeming with life now lay deserted, the echoes of panicked footsteps fading into the eerie silence of a city gripped by fear. Buildings stood as silent sentinels, their windows shattered, their walls streaked with the stains of violence. And amidst this desolation, a lone figure moved with purpose through the wreckage.

Sam had always been a survivor. From a young age, he'd learned to navigate the rough streets of the city, to fend for himself in a world that showed little mercy. But nothing could have prepared him for the horrors he now faced. The outbreak had spread like wildfire, consuming everything in its path, leaving only death and despair in its wake.

As Sam crept through the deserted alleyways, his senses on high alert, he couldn't shake the feeling of unease that gnawed at the pit of his stomach. Every shadow seemed to conceal a lurking threat, every sound a potential danger. But he pressed on, driven by a stubborn determination to survive against all odds.

It was then that he heard it—a faint rustling, like the shuffle of footsteps on pavement. Sam froze, his heart pounding in his chest, as he scanned the darkness for any sign of movement. And then, emerging from the shadows, came the unmistakable silhouette of a zombie.

The creature lurched forward with an unnatural gait, its eyes vacant, its arms outstretched in search of prey. Sam cursed under his breath, his hand instinctively reaching for the makeshift weapon strapped to his side—a rusted pipe salvaged from the wreckage of a nearby building.

With a swift motion, he swung the pipe in a wide arc, connecting with the zombie's skull with a sickening thud. The creature stumbled backward, its momentum broken, but it was far from defeated. With a guttural growl, it lunged forward once more, its decayed hands clawing at the air.

Sam gritted his teeth, his muscles tensing as he prepared for another attack. But then, something unexpected happened. From out of the darkness came a sound—a soft, tinkling laugh that cut through the silence like a knife. Sam's eyes widened in disbelief as he watched the zombie falter, its movements slowing to a halt.

And then,