In a surprising turn of events, a Texas author experienced a viral moment on TikTok that propelled him to bestselling status overnight. Shawn Warner, a resident of Arlington, had recently released his debut novel, “Leigh Howard and the Ghosts of Simmons-Pierce Manor,” targeted at young adults. While conducting a book signing at a local Kroger store, Warner’s sales were slow until a TikTok user named Jerrad Swearenjin captured the moment on video. Swearenjin noticed Warner looking defeated and decided to show his support by purchasing two of his books and offering one for a giveaway. The TikTok video quickly went viral, garnering over 21.4 million views and 3.6 million likes. Warner and his wife, initially puzzled by the sudden surge in interest, soon realized the impact this video had on their book sales. What started as a regular day at a grocery store transformed Warner’s life as a writer. Despite his debut status, Warner had always dreamed of becoming an author since childhood. Encouraged by teachers during his early years, he gradually pursued writing more seriously while juggling other careers. Warner’s success story serves as a testament to the power of kindness and the impact it can have on someone’s life. He continues to write, with multiple story ideas and a movie script in progress. Warner hopes his novel will bring back the joy of reading and is grateful for the overwhelming support he has received.
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