We Will Not Lose One Child to the World: A novel about trauma, truth, and the God who sees.

Some stories start in silence-and end in strength.

Zoie Elise Montgomery is 14, quiet, labeled, and nearly invisible. She’s drifting between church pews and school hallways-watching the world ignore girls like her until it’s too late. But when tragedy hits too close to home, Zoie’s silence breaks. The boy behind the gun wasn’t a stranger. He was her classmate. He was her church drummer. He was one of them.

Through the prayers of her G-Ma, the unexpected care of a counselor, and the raw wrestle of her own voice, Zoie starts writing down what no one else is willing to say out loud.

This story is her cry-for safety, for purpose, for every child we risk losing to systems that label instead of listen.

We Will Not Lose One Child to the World is more than a novel. It’s a movement. And it starts with a single voice.

You are seen. You are loved. You are never too lost to be found.

About the Author
Dr. Norma McLauchlin, founder of Norma McLauchlin Global Ministries and Chosen Pen Publishing, infuses themes of forgiveness into all her written works, guiding readers toward healing and spiritual growth. As a wife, mother, co-pastor, and educator, she connects deeply with women, empowering them through her Lady Lifers(TM) Women’s Conferences, Bible studies, and counseling.

With a strong academic and ministerial background, Dr. McLauchlin continues to inspire transformation within her community and New Life Bible Church, where she serves alongside her husband, Pastor Allen S. McLauchlin.

• Juvenile Fiction / Religious / Christian / Emotions & Feelings
  (BISAC: JUV033010) - For the faith-based and emotional journey aspects.

• Juvenile Fiction / Social Issues / Violence
  (BISAC: JUV039240) - For the storyline involving school/community violence and its impact.

• Juvenile Fiction / Girls & Women
  (BISAC: JUV014000) - Focused on the perspective and growth of a young female protagonist.