Could Never Be Me! - Laurie Edouard Betsy

Could Never Be Me!" is raw, real, and ridiculously relatable-a laugh-out-loud, tear-just-might-drop kind of story for any kid who's ever felt like the odd one out, the broken one, or just plain tired of pretending to be okay.

Meet Elias-a sharp-witted, painfully honest, and secretly soft Gen Z boy navigating schoolyard drama, fake friendships, and that weird ache in his chest that no football game or new pair of trainers can fix.

This book is part story, part affirmation, and part healing hug disguised as pages. With a bold voice and brutal honesty, it peels back the layers of rejection, self-doubt, and comparison-but it does it with humour so slick, you'll forget you're healing.

Perfect for kids who are growing up with big questions, deeper feelings, and the silent kind of pain that doesn't show up in X-rays. There's a spiritual thread running through the pages-gentle, never pushy-that points toward something greater. Hope. Belonging. Identity.

Inside You'll Find:

Clever, hilarious narration through Elias's eyes

Relatable real-life issues: fatherlessness, fake friends, pressure, self-image

Moments of affirmation that empower kids to say, "That could never be me!"

Subtle spiritual encouragement to help kids believe healing is possible

A vibe that's equal parts therapy, comedy, and big-brother advice