How to Survive a Mass Shooting

Practical Tools to Prevent Gun Violence and Protect Yourself When It Happens

By: Simon Osamoh

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

How to Survive a Mass Shooting: Practical Tools to Prevent Gun Violence and Protect Yourself When It Happens

Mass shootings have become one of America’s most tragic realities. They can happen anywhere, schools, workplaces, places of worship, shopping malls, and they unfold in seconds. Would you know what to do if the unthinkable happened?

In this clear, calm, and refreshingly practical guide, security expert Simon C. Osamoh, a former British detective and counterterrorism leader at Mall of America gives you the life-saving knowledge to recognize warning signs, take preventive action, and respond decisively during an active shooter situation.

This book isn’t about fear. It’s about empowerment.

You’ll learn:

✅ The difference between a mass shooter and an active shooter, and why it matters
✅ How to sharpen your situational awareness and detect danger before it strikes
✅ Run, Hide, Fight—how to apply this simple survival model under extreme stress
✅ What to do when you can’t escape and must protect yourself or others
✅ How communities can prevent violence through early intervention and awareness
✅ The psychological and emotional recovery steps after a traumatic event

With real survivor stories, expert insights, and practical drills, How to Survive a Mass Shooting is written for everyday people, parents, teachers, leaders, and anyone who wants to be prepared without living in fear.

What Readers and Experts Are Saying

“We often feel helpless against the constant mass shootings in our nation. Reading this book is a proactive step toward survival of tragic American reality.”
Meredith Elizalde, whose 14-year-old son was killed in a school shooting

“Clear, calm, and refreshingly straightforward, How to Survive a Mass Shooting distills ‘run-hide-fight’ guidance into plain-spoken steps you can remember when it matters most. A quick, practical read that demystifies preparation without the alarmism.”
Dr. James Densley, co-founder of The Violence Prevention Project

“Simon’s expertise and experience gives valuable insight that can prepare school leaders for critical conversations with students and staff. Every school leader should read, own, and share this book to be prepared during an active shooter situation.”
Mike Juech, Superintendent, Kohler School District, Wisconsin

“Mass shootings are becoming deadlier and more frequent, and while many live in fear, Simon’s book offers a path rooted in preparedness. It breaks down simple, actionable steps we can all take to recognize and respond to gun violence.”
Wes Pederson, Safety Director, Eagle Brook Church, Minnesota

Whether you’re a concerned parent, educator, community leader, or simply someone who wants to feel safer in public spaces, this book equips you with the mindset and strategies to protect yourself and others.

You don’t need to be a security expert.

You just need to be ready.