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WELCOME
to "The Book That Eats People"
Funding for this web site is provided by a worldwide coalition of governments, philanthropies and publishers. Its purpose is to provide information to individuals and communities who have been, or are in danger of becoming, victims of "The Book That Eats People."
The information on this site has been provided by John Perry, the book's "writer", and is therefore likely to be contradicted and/or disavowed by credible authorities, including your local police, other emergency personnel, and your Dear Old Ma.
In all likelihood, you will find it completely useless.
If you are in possession of "The Book That Eats People" it's probably too late to save you.
Have Fun!
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EXPERTS SAY
From the grim warning on the first page (“CAUTION! This is a book that eats people”) to the advice at the end (“Never read this book with syrupy fingers. Never read it with cookies in your pocket. Never turn your back on it”), Perry's debut soldiers on with a Lemony Snicket–like straight face....It's all irresistible. Read it. Carefully.--Publishers Weekly
This hilariously dark story is illustrated with collage elements using Photoshop in a jazzy, jangly style that is part noir and part graphic novel. Big-eyed characters are stalked by a wonderfully sinister and pointy-toothed tome. Readers who love monsters and a good scare while still delighting in silly proceedings will definitely want to brave this tale.--School Library Journal
Perfect for sharing with susceptible younger sibs or as a gift item for frenemies.--Kirkus Reviews
A single reading is not enough. Is there some deep symbolism in the power of this book?--Children's Literature
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GALLERY
of the eaten
John Perry, Mark Fearing, and the publishers thought about erecting a tasteful stone monument to honor and memorialize those who have been devoured by "The Book That Eats People." After consultation with quarrys and engravers, they've decided to put up this page instead. It's cheaper.
The letters all describe the same sad events: "So-and-so was given the book as a present...and was never seen again."
"Never" is a bit strong, isn't it?
If you know someone who has been eaten by the book, or who might taste good to the book, send his (or her!) picture, and we'll put it up, (time and space permitting).
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http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Book-That-Eats-People/66397829311?ref=ts
http://markfearing.com/
http://thedailytyrant.wordpress.com/
MISCELLANEOUS
SOME PARENTS have stridently insisted that they're entitled to a "full refund" because "The Book That Eats People" ate Sally, or Jimmy, or Kate.
While the publishers offer their deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences, the "NO REFUNDS, RETURNS OR EXCHANGES" policy remains in effect.
It says "The Book That Eats People" on the COVER. What did you think was going to happen?
Librarians, teachers and zookeepers
If you're interested in dangerous books and the people who write them, you might like to have John Perry visit. He's fun and affordable, like a helium balloon, or a toy car. He is also easy to contact using the form on the previous page.
Visits are 100% safe, as Mr. Perry keeps "The Book That Eats People" in a custom-made strongbox (pictured opposite), from which it has rarely escaped.
