About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like their 'rough edges' or unique quirks make it difficult to fit in or find friends. While the characters are zombies, the emotional core is a deeply human exploration of loneliness and the hope that there is someone out there who will appreciate us exactly as we are. Mortimer is a gentle soul who tries to find love through traditional means, only to realize he needs someone who shares his specific brand of 'falling apart.' It is a humorous, macabre, yet heartwarming story that uses the zombie trope to normalize the feeling of being different. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, this book provides a safe, silly space to discuss self-acceptance and the idea that being 'perfect' isn't a requirement for being loved. Parents will appreciate the clever wordplay and the reassuring message that everyone has a match.
