The Zombie Zone

The concept of zombies usually feels spooky or scary, so I wonder what made the author choose this theme for a young audience. Was it to make a fun twist on friendship and bravery?

The zombies in this book seem more silly and goofy than scary, which was a nice change. Did others feel the same way about how the monsters were portrayed?

The story manages to be exciting without being too scary for kids. I’m curious how the author planned that mix to keep young readers engaged and comfortable.