About the Author

Meet Marx G. Massillon
Marx G. Massillon is a 20-year-old college student and the author behind Marxyouthstories — inspiring kids' story books that empower young minds to stay confident, stay strong, and believe in themselves.
Marx plays basketball at Saint Thomas University, and the lessons he learned on the court — discipline, hard work, teamwork, and never giving up — are at the heart of every story he writes. He knows what it feels like to chase a dream, face the pressure, and keep going, because he has lived it as a young athlete himself.
That is why young readers connect with his characters: kids who get nervous, work hard, face the moment, and keep going anyway.
His books have sold over 2,000 copies — and every copy is a young mind encouraged to dream big.
Why He Writes
Every Marxyouthstories book is built on a simple belief: a child who sees themselves in a story learns to see themselves as a winner in life, too.
His stories use the excitement of sports — the track, the starting line, the basketball court, the big game — to teach lessons that go far beyond the field: confidence when it's your first time, courage when all eyes are on you, and determination when a dream feels far away.
His Books
- Marsha's First Race — Marsha steps onto the track for the very first time. A story about nerves, bravery, and discovering what you're capable of when you try.
- Marsha On The Line — The pressure is on and Marsha is on the starting line. A story about focus, preparation, and believing in yourself when the moment counts.
- Junior's Football Dream — Junior dreams of the big game. A story about dedication, heart, and chasing a dream until it comes true.
Start With the Bundle
New to Marxyouthstories? Get the complete Marsha Book Series Bundle — buy Marsha's First Race and Marsha On The Line, and get Junior's Football Dream FREE. That's all 3 books for just $27.98.
Inspiring kids' stories of courage, growth, and chasing dreams — by Marx G. Massillon.