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The book gives tongue-in-cheek advice on how one can survive in the event that robots [[Technological singularity|become too intelligent]] and [[Cybernetic revolt|rebel against the human race]]. ''How to Survive a Robot Uprising'' is partially based on scientific fact, and is a prime example of [[deadpan]] humor.

[[Wired magazine|''Wired'' magazine]] gave it a 2006 Rave Award, calling it "equal parts sci-fi send-up and technical primer". [[Maclean's]] called the book "very funny and highly informative."<ref name="Maclean's">{{cite journal|date=November 7, 2005|title=What to do when robots attack.|journal=Maclean's|volume= 118|issue= 45|pages=70|issn=002492620024-9262}}</ref>

In 2007, the [[American Library Association]] designated the book a 2007 ALA “Popular Paperback for Young Adults”.