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Social Media Monsters: How to Survive Creeps with Keyboards by Mozelle Martin is a powerful blend of personal memoir, educational guide, and social commentary on the modern phenomenon of cyber-hatred. Drawing from her extensive background in forensic psychology and handwriting analysis, Martin offers a comprehensive look at how online hostility unfolds, who perpetuates it, and what victims can do to protect themselves. The book examines Martin’s deeply personal account of her own experience as a target of cyber-hatred following her appearances on YouTube. What begins as a cautionary tale evolves into a broader investigation into the psychology of online harassment. Through anecdotes and research-backed insights, Martin explores how anonymity and platform culture empower “creeps with keyboards”—those who use digital spaces to manipulate, threaten, or defame others.
The book includes detailed definitions of terms like “cyber-mobbing,” “doxing,” “sock puppets,” and “gang-stalking,” offering readers a vocabulary for navigating and understanding the online battlefield. Mozelle Martin distinguishes between healthy academic disagreement and personal attack, emphasizing how the latter erodes public discourse and mental well-being. Martin provides step-by-step strategies for recognizing digital abuse, setting boundaries, and preserving one’s reputation and mental health. She also critiques the platforms, urging greater accountability and structural reform to protect users from unchecked digital aggression. Martin is frank yet compassionate, making this book especially effective for professionals, educators, and anyone seeking to maintain personal integrity in hostile online environments. Social Media Monsters is a timely, empowering resource that demystifies cyber-hatred. It’s ideal for adults, teens, and anyone using social media. What happened to Martin can happen to anyone. Being prepared is paramount in today’s cyber world.
