Shelly Moorman

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★ New Book Available Now

Don't Be
a Target

How to Build Confidence, Set Boundaries,
and Protect Yourself in a Dangerous World

A Poetic Journey Through Silence, Survival, and Becoming

The Don't Be a Target movement is a bold call to action for women and girls to step into their power, reclaim their voice, and walk through life with confidence, awareness, and courage.

Founded by award-winning author and safety advocate Shelly Moorman, this movement equips everyday women with practical tools, mindset strategies, and situational awareness to protect themselves and others. It's not about living in fear—it's about living prepared.

Through workshops, community events, and real-life empowerment, Don't Be a Target is creating a powerful ripple effect where survivors become leaders, bystanders become protectors, and confidence becomes the first line of defense.

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About the Book

Don't Be a Target

HOW TO BUILD CONFIDENCE, SET BOUNDARIES, AND PROTECT YOURSELF IN A DANGEROUS WORLD

This isn't fear-based marketing—it's a movement toward living fiercely and faithfully. Shelly Moorman shares practical tools, confidence-building exercises, and a faith-filled mindset to empower women of all ages and stages.

Inside, you'll discover:

How to build your personal OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act)

Tools you already own that can protect your peace

Voice-empowering strategies for uncomfortable situations

Real-life stories of triumph, resilience, and hope

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Embrace the journey from fear to fearless—with grace, confidence, and grounded faith.

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Is This Book for You?

✦ Do you want to move through life alert, not anxious?

✦ Do you wish for simple, everyday tools that boost safety and peace?

✦Do you value confidence rooted in faith and grounded in Scripture?

Then this book is your guide to speaking up, standing tall, and stepping forward—fearless and equipped.

You're not alone.

About The Book

True empowerment requires both physical preparedness and spiritual grounding. While 'Don't Be a Target' equips you with physical boundaries, its companion book guides you through the spiritual awareness needed to protect your peace. Get them both for a complete foundation of confidence.

Community Voices & Testimonials

Laura Sanford- Mercer County Youth to Youth

Shelly and Doug Moorman from Arrow N Bows came in with Bob to talk about self defense and protecting our time, worth, and self. Some great words of wisdom she shared were:

“Don’t compromise your goals for someone else. Is this person adding to your life or taking from your life!? Do they drain your peace?”

-“Protect your digital bubble. Social media is a marker. Keep your worth. Know who you are.”

-“You can choose to be the victim of your circumstances or the protector of your future. You don’t need a protector, you are your protector.”

She spoke with the students about Building their OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) and let them practice on Bob to practice some of these skills too! We always enjoy time with the Moorman’s and Bob and are thankful for the amazing things they do for our community and Youth to Youth!

Shelly also blessed us with her “Don’t Be A Target” book for the group to share.

Megan Kubiak

I don’t believe in coincidences… only divine appointments.

I became aware of an incredible woman at an event called @thevoicesofresilience last weekend but left before getting a chance to hear her on her book empowering women: Don’t Be a Target.

A few days later, I saw she was at another event I was supposed to be at but missed, where she was sharing a different book: God’s Not Complicated.

Something in me knew I needed to reach out.

When I asked her about the second book, she told me it was her personal story of being saved from abortion. I immediately responded, “I need that book!” As someone who leads post-abortion recovery groups, I knew this could be powerful for the women I serve.

We made time to meet yesterday before she flies back out of state.

Sitting across from her in a quiet coffee shop, I experienced something you can’t manufacture. She exudes JOY. The kind that’s deep, steady, and real. As she shared her story, she also shared something sacred… that I was the first person she had told about the true foundation of her book. She hadn’t ever described it THAT way before - before she even knew my connection to pro-life work.

Only God could orchestrate that.

I came to support her as an author… but left deeply impacted as a woman.

This morning, before the house woke up, I sat with my coffee, the birds singing through the open door, and opened her book. I planned to just skim it and see if it might be a good resource for others.

Instead… I couldn’t put it down.

Two and a half hours later, I was still sitting there, completely drawn in.

Shelly Loya Moorman/ @shellydontbeatarget has this incredible way of making a relationship with God feel alive, approachable, and real. She brings Scripture into a relatable, present-day lens that makes it feel like you’re walking alongside the stories, not just reading them.

And what surprised me most? Her words are simple, but powerful. Gentle, but calling you higher.

I originally reached out thinking, this book could bless the women I work with.

Now I know, it’s blessing me first.

I can’t wait to wake up tomorrow morning, sit with my coffee again, and finish the second half.

Flowers 💐 thanks to The Food Initiative of Greater Stanislaus

From the deepest valleys to the highest peaks, these voices stand as evidence that transformation is possible. We hope these stories leave you inspired, empowered, and ready for whatever your next chapter holds.

You're not alone.

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Ways to Get Started

Choose Your Path

Best Seller

Don't Be a Target

The Book

How to Build Confidence, Set Boundaries, and Protect Yourself in a Dangerous World. Your guide to speaking up, standing tall, and stepping forward—fearless and equipped.

✦ Practical safety tools & strategies

✦ Real-life stories of triumph

✦ Confidence-building exercises

✦ Faith-filled mindset training

✦ Confidence-building exercises

Free

Chosen & Courageous

Community

Join a powerful sisterhood of women who are choosing courage over fear. Connect, grow, and walk in your God-given strength alongside women who get it.

✦ Private supportive community

✦ Weekly encouragement & prayer

✦ Exclusive resources & guidess

✦ Connect with like-minded women

Free · Monthly

Live Masterclass

Monthly Training

Every month, join Shelly Moorman for a free live masterclass covering safety, confidence, boundaries, and building an unshakeable mindset rooted in faith.

✦ Live monthly training sessions

✦ Q&A with Shelly Moorman

✦ Actionable takeaways each months

✦ Replay access for members

The Author

Meet Shelly Moorman

Award-Winning Author · Safety Advocate · Confidence Builder

With a deep faith in God and the transformative power of community, she helps women and girls feel prepared—not paranoid—for whatever life brings.

Shelly doesn't just teach; she inspires—with wisdom, warmth, and unwavering faith in God's protective grace.

Speaking & Training

Church retreats and women's ministry events

Schools, camps, and youth mentoring

Community groups, senior centers, and safety workshops

Corporate wellness, self-defense seminars, and parenting groups

Twenty minutes or two hours—tailored for your group.

2026 Authors' Ball Award Winner

Discover the award-winning strategies that are helping women nationwide build confidence, set boundaries, and protect their peace.

What Readers Say

Testimonials

Don't Be a Target isn't just a safety guide—it's a lifeline. Shelly doesn't just teach you how to defend yourself; she reminds you why your life is worth defending. This book is power in print, full of truth, tools, and tough love. Every woman needs this on her shelf and in her spirit.