Why Do I Need Math?

Why Do I Need Math? is a heartwarming, empowering story about friendship, growth, and discovering the value of learning, even when it's hard.

Perfect for young readers, educators, and families, this book reminds us all that the answer to a difficult question can sometimes lead to a beautiful future.

Genuis Deon Hilton is a bright, imaginative third-grade boy growing up in Augusta Georgia.

He has a beautiful loving family and a big problem, he hates math.

No matter how many tutors he's had or how hard he tries, numbers just don't make sense to him.

His mom, KrystaLynn Hilton, runs a successful beauty salon called: Baby I'm Beyond Beautiful.

And his dad, Gary Hilton, sells luxury Range Rovers at his own car dealership Called:

Hilton's Luxury Class Automobiles.

But even their everyday use of math doesn't convince Genuis that it matters.

Everything begins to change during a summer soccer season when Genuis, a natural on the field.

When he decides helps a struggling teammate named Bryant Slayter improve his game.

In return, Bryant offers to help Genuis with math.

What starts as a simple trade turn into a powerful friendship that carries them through elementary school, middle school, high school and College.

Along the way, Genuis begins to see math not as a monster.

But as a tool one that shows up in soccer, two in his parents' work, and three in his own dreams.

With Bryant's support and his own growing confidence, Genuis transforms from a kid.

 Who dreads math tests into a young man who opens his own accounting firm: Hilton & Numbers.

Through his journey, he learns that math isn't just about numbers, it's about problem-solving, persistence, and believing in yourself.