Elegy for the Undead - A Novella

Jude and Lyle's newlywed life is shattered when a vicious attack leaves Lyle infected with a disease that transforms him into a violent and often incomprehensible person. With no cure for the "zombie" virus in sight, the young husbands begin to face the last months they have together before Lyle loses himself completely. Fond remembrances of young love meet the challenges of navigating a partner's terminal illness in this bittersweet tale that explores both how we fall in love and how we say goodbye when the time comes far too soon.Review Quote"Vesely’s eloquent debut reimagines the zombie novel as a tender reflection on the complexities of human relationships. . . . This unique, intimate zombie tale is sure to impress."—Publishers Weekly "The end of the world is for everyone. With this novella, Vesely has made the apocalypse accessible in a way that is all too rare."—Mira Grant, author of Feed"The sweetest zombie story you'll ever read."—Michelle Anne Schingler, Foreword Reviews "This stunning novella marks the introduction of a voice worth keeping an ear out for."—Dark Scribe Magazine "Equal parts heart-racing and -wrenching."—Andrew Katz, author of The Vampire Gideon's Suicide Hotline and Halfway House for Orphaned GirlsBiographical NoteMatthew Vesely collects ironies. Usually, hes scribbling in his journal while somber music plays in the dark. But, when you meet him, hes more likely to be giddy talking about new books, reality TV, or dogs. Striving to portray real queer experiences through the lens of fictionhe lives, works, and writes in the Philadelphia area.