Readers are RAVING!
Drew wrote Marshmallow Can Do Hard Things to help kids—and the adults who love them—face scary, uncertain, or overwhelming moments with courage, planning, and hope. Inspired by his own journey, Marshmallow’s story has reached families, classrooms, hospitals, and hearts far beyond what we ever imagined.
This page is a space to celebrate the impact of Drew’s story and the many ways his message continues to live on.
Reader Stories & Family Experiences
Discover how the story of Marshmallow is helping families across the country create their own plans for bravery and resilience.
Mrs. Sharp
Physical Education Teacher, Parkway Northeast Middle School
“Drew & I read his book to his Northeast Middle PE class. We talked about hard things we have overcome in life as a group. some students shared old stories where they struggled in and new situations & overcoming challenges in their daily lives. Some had some upcoming difficult things and surgeries to navigate & appreciated Drew's book. He is so missed. His magic is still in the air.”
Cliff, Hunter, and Grant
Brothers who love to read
“I like Marshmallow, and I can do hard things because Marshmallow can do hard things.”
“I love Marshmallow.”
Rush
An avid reader
"I couldn't stop reading it. You can really learn a lot from it."
Myles & Hadley
Fellow Ependymoma Warriors
"Hadley says if Drew can do it she can do it!!!!"
"Myles is battling Ependymoma, which led us to this group. He loves Drew's book, as he can relate to having to do hard things. Especially in hospital settings. Thank you Drew, a beautifully written book."
Jerri
A Lover of Marshmallow
"Thank you, Drew for helping and inspiring people that we can all do hard things… and that making a plan can be super helpful to get through these hard things. Thank you for writing this amazing book."
Milana
Another reader who loves marshmallow
"Marshmallow keeps making a plan. I like how it shows that when you have something that's really hard, all you have to do is make a plan and be calm and just try it out."
Join the Crew with Your Story
We’d love to hear how Marshmallow or Drew’s story has inspired your family. Share your experience, a photo of your brave plan, or how you’ve faced a hard thing together. Your story could help another child realize they can do hard things too!