Why do I write?

Jonathan Marshall is a poet, writer, entrepreneur, and author of children’s books who has spent over fifteen years working with youth as a teacher, in social work, and now working with Education Students at Eastern University, where he studied Early Childhood Education. Originally from Camden, New Jersey and now living in the Philadelphia area with his wife and three children, Jonathan draws daily inspiration from his family to create stories that are engaging, meaningful, and relatable. He began his writing journey in 2019 with his debut book I’ll Be Right There, a heartfelt response to harmful stereotypes about African American fatherhood, and has since published ten more books that celebrate presence, love, and family. Through his work, Jonathan aims to tell stories in which children and families—especially those often overlooked—can truly see themselves.