Storytelling That Protects: Teaching Kids to Spot Profiling and Sextortion Early
Building on a Foundation of Digital Defense
In Book 1 of the Crusaders of the Code Realm series, Rise of the Cyber Threats, readers were introduced to Electra, Glitch, and Gigabyte—three cyborg heroes from Cyberia tasked with protecting Earth from malware, viruses, and digital trickery. The story delivered critical cybersecurity lessons in a fun, action-packed way—perfect for kids aged 6+ and anyone new to internet safety. From recognizing suspicious links to the importance of strong passwords, Book 1 laid the foundation for safe digital habits.
Now, Electra and the DM Deception raises the stakes.
This isn’t just a battle against viruses anymore. It’s a story that mirrors a growing danger in the real world: online manipulation. Book 2 explores deeper issues—like emotional coercion, identity deception, and predator behavior on social platforms. It’s written with care as an introduction for young readers—offering guidance in a safe, age-appropriate way. Rather than confronting them with fear, it gently equips them with real-life tools to recognize warning signs, set boundaries, and feel confident navigating the digital world..
A Real-World Crisis: Sextortion & Profiling
The inspiration for Book 2 came from alarming trends in 2025:
According to Thorn’s 2024 Global Report, over 1 in 3 children who experienced online sexual exploitation were under the age of 13.
Sextortion cases have risen more than 500% since 2019, and the FBI has issued public warnings about predators targeting minors through social media and gaming platforms—CBS News Report.
These aren’t just scary headlines—they’re the reason this book exists.
In Electra and the DM Deception, the predator known as Alex29 uses real-life tactics seen in these cases:
Profiling kids by gathering digital breadcrumbs (public profiles, school schedules, friend lists).
Posing as a peer to gain trust.
Using praise, guilt, and silence in a cycle of manipulation.
Threatening exposure to coerce silence or compliance.
This isn’t fiction for fiction’s sake—it’s a blueprint for recognition and response, packaged in a story kids can engage with and understand.
A New Chapter for Parents & Kids
For many kids, ages 6 and up, Electra and the DM Deception may be their first introduction to conversations about online boundaries, instincts, and personal safety. It’s also ideal for tweens just starting out with their first phone or messaging app.
Here’s what this book teaches in an age-appropriate way:
Digital reconnaissance – how predators observe before making contact.
Emotional grooming – subtle patterns that manipulate kids into silence.
Red flags – how to spot when something “feels off.”
The power of blocking, reporting, and speaking up.
That help is always available—and asking for it is a strength.
It’s a guidebook dressed as an adventure.
My Passion: Teaching, Not Scaring
As an author and advocate, I don’t want kids to fear the internet—I want them to understand it. My goal isn’t to create panic, but to provide clarity. I write cyber-themed books for children because I’ve seen firsthand how powerful early education can be in stopping manipulation before it starts. Every story in this series is based on real cybersecurity practices and threats—translated into language kids can grasp and act on.
Why Electra and the DM Deception Stands Out
Grounded in truth: It draws directly from real cases, FBI advisories, and child safety research.
For beginners: Ideal for kids 6+, parents, or anyone just starting to explore the online world.
Life-saving takeaways: It doesn’t just talk about what’s wrong—it advises readers what to do.
Empowering, not graphic: We keep it serious, but always safe and supportive for the intended age group.
Final Take: More Than a Story—It’s a Shield
Electra and the DM Deception is more than a sci-fi adventure—it’s a safety manual hidden in a comic-style book. It helps kids listen to their instincts, recognize red flags, and know that they’re never alone.
Because every child deserves to feel safe, informed, and powerful—in both the real and digital world.
