About The Book

In ‘21 Pencils: The Woman Nobody Believed,’ Bonnie B. Bell shares a life story few would dare to tell. From the shadows of an abusive childhood to the edge of despair, she traces her long, winding path toward hope and faith.

Bonnie’s earliest years were shaped by a mother whose love felt conditional and whose demands left her feeling invisible. At twelve, she made the heart-wrenching choice to run away, convinced that anywhere would be better than home. What followed were years marked by dangerous relationships, exploitation, and moments of staggering loneliness. Yet even in her darkest hours, Bonnie never stopped searching for something to hold on to.

Her journey led her through a maze of pain and survival. A turning point came when she embraced faith, discovering a kind of love that asked for nothing in return. With new purpose, she began to write, determined to make sense of everything she had endured.

‘21 Pencils’ is a testament to resilience and the belief that no life is beyond redemption. Bonnie’s story reminds us that healing can begin the moment we find the courage to speak the truth—and that faith can light the way, no matter how long or difficult the road has been.