Author reunites with TikToker who made his debut book go viral

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Army veteran Shawn Warner pursued his childhood dream to become a writer and released his first novel called “Leigh Howard and the Ghosts of Simmons-Pierce Manor” - and it went to No. 1 thanks to a viral video from a TikToker named Red. The two men reunite for the first time on TODAY and share how one small act of kindness can change a life.
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@user-sw5ep2hj3k Год назад

I love this whole story. Red's small act is so inspirational. Congratulations Shawn to you and your family.

@goodburger1114 11 месяцев назад

No its not 😂

@I_have_Claws 11 месяцев назад

@@goodburger1114 🤡

@dannykuang9433 11 месяцев назад

Sad truth is there are so many people like Shawn Warner, who have a treasure of a gift that goes unnoticed and unappreciated and fade into obscurity. Luckily and by a choice made by Red, with the support of the internet, Shawn Warner will now have his dream and his book shine brighter than ever. This was such a great story.

@doro626 11 месяцев назад

I was thinking the same thing. Unlike television, reading a book is a larger commitment and there are are lot of gems out there that people never discover.

@MarkieMark-vy7hg 9 месяцев назад

I understand that, but it takes a special kind of person to set in a Kroger in public in 2023 to sell a fantastic story. He went above and beyond to try to get his book out there. I've read it, it's actually a great coming if age stiry

@mstrikesback168 8 месяцев назад

My book was published by the same publisher as him, BlackRose Writing, and I wish I had a table to promote it! Its pretty cool that our small little publishing house was able to hit this surprise homerun. Writing a book is one thing, getting it noticed and promoted is a whole other thing.

@MarkieMark-vy7hg 8 месяцев назад

@@mstrikesback168 what's your book

@jeffyON3 11 месяцев назад

I bought his book! Done reading it. It's so good story. A lot of lessons and realization. 26 of my friends bought it also after I recommended. Congratulations 🎉

@AuntieLux 11 месяцев назад

Honestly you're a great person - I love when we young people share real books with our peers - one of my greatest treasures as a kid was a collection of Disney books and my mum used to berate me for giving them out to my friends but honestly I'm just glad that I could share the gift of storytelling/knowledge with them. Books = kindness to me ❤️

@AuntieLux 11 месяцев назад

I also was a Twilight tween 😂 my auntie hated me for sharing her collection with my friends and now decades later I can't wait to watch the films with her for the first time - together 😂❤️

@jeffyON3 11 месяцев назад

@@AuntieLux I make it sure that I dont break my friend's trust and I share info to them which I know that can help them to be a better person and look positive outlook in life

@yomama5304 11 месяцев назад

You are blessed to have 26 friends.

@a_west2242 11 месяцев назад

Beautiful story and there’s so many people with a good heart out there❤

@seattlehi554 Год назад

This is when I Love the internet. To use it for good. This was such an amazing story, touched my heart here in Seattle,Wa. Hope you have a book tour. Waiting for my book to arrive from Amazon. Can’t wait to read it with my son. Thank you Shawn and Red. This is what the world needs right now. ❤

@No_Named_Nobody 11 месяцев назад

I agree, the internet can be used for so much good. Unfortunately it’s buried under a lot of hate.

@Blake4014 10 месяцев назад

@@No_Named_Nobody Not so much hate though there is plenty of that, but more, mindless stupidity, endless ocean of ignorance and foolishness. You just have to learn to ignore it.

@sudl963 Год назад

This writer is so humble and he got an angel in his life

@sleepytime677 11 месяцев назад

Everything about this was so wholesome. I’m crying 😭

@laurentucker7471 11 месяцев назад

I am absolutely sobbing. Ugly crying

@juliewick 11 месяцев назад

Same same same 😭

@Arielle1309 11 месяцев назад

I bought this book and it's wonderful. I'm so happy that he was able to go on TikTok and gain all his sales.

@bananabandit2 11 месяцев назад

Looks super good do you recommend it as a read I should try?

@2mw_ke 11 месяцев назад

As an author hoping to get published for the first time in the near future, this is so touching. I hope I encounter such kindness 💗

@reneebush2399 11 месяцев назад

Keep us updated!!

@impishishere 11 месяцев назад

Wishing you luck. You can do it!

@rashirashi04 11 месяцев назад

When you publish you better come back and tell us that book title!

@reneebush2399 11 месяцев назад

@@rashirashi04 100% agree!

@reneebush2399 11 месяцев назад

@@impishishere Ditto!

@nomad_3373 11 месяцев назад

Shawn is still in disbelief that this is happening to him. A pure man with a pure heart and soul. I’m so happy that God blessed you with this opportunity sir.

@sadepennbrook 11 месяцев назад

Now THAT’S what I call a great social media influencer.

@AL-fl4jk 11 месяцев назад

My niece read it on kindle and legitimately loved it!

@PretzelGuy5280 11 месяцев назад

Protect this man at all costs!!! How wholesome 🥹

@bonnienielsen6393 Год назад

I’m not crying you’re crying

@MrRickkramer 11 месяцев назад

Yes 😂

@brittany6315 11 месяцев назад

I love this story and both Shawn and red. They seem like the most deserving pair to “go viral”.

@PharmTech_TN Год назад

Random act of kindness. Thanks influencers, those who make a difference in other lives ❤

@dealwolfstriked272 11 месяцев назад

Influencers are not what the world wanted but what the world needs!

@silver6071 11 месяцев назад

@@dealwolfstriked272some at least

@adamthomas8205 Год назад

I just like it was a normal person being nice to a normal person. Not influencer culture out fir their own fame or gain.

@antonfelice5284 11 месяцев назад

If that book got super popular that first book that got signed will get a skyrocketing value in the future.

@gauravnjoshi 11 месяцев назад

Hard not to choke up. There are still good people in this world. Thanks for bringing them together on the today show

@Cheeky_moon 11 месяцев назад

My book just arrived a few hours ago! 📖 I’m finishing up my current book tonight and looking forward to starting this one tomorrow. 😌 Thank you, Shawn Warner, for your service. 🇺🇸🙏

@siruiii 11 месяцев назад

is it a good book?

@airbusA332 11 месяцев назад

@@siruiiiIn my opinion it’s a great book

@siruiii 11 месяцев назад

@@airbusA332 ok ty!

@cecilr7986 11 месяцев назад

I've got mine and man is it good!

@elidee2914 11 месяцев назад

It is a great book. The story is great.

@santiagof5511 Год назад

So glad he got that helping hand. This sort of thing are an inspiration.

@jeffreykindron7162 11 месяцев назад

There is no such thing as a simple act of kindness, kindness is huge

@mahoganydrive 11 месяцев назад

As a writer I know the struggle. Good on him for having the guts to get out there and do a signing and look how it paid off. I hope he’s working on the next one.

@phyllismarlow5327 11 месяцев назад

At least he asked for permission to film him. A lot of people just start filming without asking if they can film them. And then make fun of them online.

@proper.role.model.819 Год назад

Just posted a review and I just found out about it here. Just wanted to do my part! So cool!

@angelica8363 10 месяцев назад

Shawn you deserve it!! Please buy his books!!!

@orangeocean13 11 месяцев назад

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS PLEASE! WE NEED TO HIGHLIGHT KINDNESS! ❤

@kistradingjournal6313 11 месяцев назад

Social media is powerful. Use it for good.

@chrysanthemum5151 11 месяцев назад

I bought it and it is clearly beyond PHENOMENAL!

@lilypad5924 11 месяцев назад

best story ever. the internet is good sometimes. this is one of those times. congrats to Shawn! and thanks to Red!

@karma_is_a_bitch6016 11 месяцев назад

You really can tell that Shawn are touch to the unexpected support on his book. I also cried when he's explaining but got choked. And the host wiping her tears.

@JuiceTV87 Год назад

This WHOLE story is beautiful....

@woofthebeatenpathadventure3596 8 месяцев назад

As an aspiring author (with the same publisher as Shawn) his story fills me with hope! Way to go Shawn Warner!

@Mayla16 11 месяцев назад

I just got the book and I can’t wait to read it. I love the story made me a little sad at first, but knowing how this book changed his life made me very happy and grateful for him. Can’t wait to read his other books that he publishes.

@rebeccawerker4107 11 месяцев назад

I absolutely love Shawn Warner. He is just so sweet and kind. Radiates love!

@Mrs.Ps_Peeps_23 11 месяцев назад

Currently reading it! ❤️❤️

@Dragonfly5455 11 месяцев назад

Human kindness is live and well in America

@michellecobb8403 11 месяцев назад

His success is our success! Love that❤

@thefinalme 11 месяцев назад

That’s so sweet. I wish I was brave enough to approach strangers and have these kind of interactions.

@LaurenOliviArt 11 месяцев назад

You can do it ❤

@Wcduc 11 месяцев назад

Yes you can!

@LOLA.WILLIAM 8 месяцев назад

The truth is that not only is this a great story, the book he has written is even greater!! sad to realise no one would have even noticed it without TikTok..this is the sad reality for several aspiring writers no matter how good the book :(

@treetunnel Год назад

So wholesome, just so wholesome, I love it!

@robinnewman6599 Год назад

What a wonderful story. So wish someone would do this with my books.

@veththebrave Год назад

Thank you for featuring my video! I am so excited that Shawn's got such a big following now.

@benedictelaura2007 11 месяцев назад

We all need a helping hand. God bless that TikToker. The world needs more people like him

@RoyalDailyTea 11 месяцев назад

I have watched this all unfold on Tik Tok! So beautiful to see! People say Tik Tok is bad but it can do a lot of good!

@loriannelorianne2973 11 месяцев назад

What an AMAZING human being for taking the time to do this for this gentleman. I hope he inspires TONS of people to do kind gestures like this.

@Hi-Phi 11 месяцев назад

We need more people like Red in the world.❤

@christicovington 11 месяцев назад

Go Shawn!! Cant wait to read your book! Much ❤️ to Red and Shawn from Nashville TN

@PNWlover 11 месяцев назад

Saw this on TikTok as it happened. The internet can be an awesome place sometimes ❤

@daynadaily8073 11 месяцев назад

Saw this on tiktok.. was super siked for this guy. Looking forward to more books from him

@KingUniverso 8 месяцев назад

“It brightened up my day and then it brightened up my life.” That makes my heart smile

@brantk81 11 месяцев назад

82nd Airborne! Thank you for your service sir!

@WaterKreature 11 месяцев назад

It was meant to be Shawn.....Ur a bestselling author, u did it 🎉

@WaterKreature 11 месяцев назад

I'm Ordering the book

@citrusswirledfamily213 11 месяцев назад

I love it when someone truly deserving gets a break. What a wonderful story to watch when we mostly just see heartache and violence. ❤️

@staceyhaney9525 11 месяцев назад

This makes my heart smile! Glad you took a chance and worked towards your dream. We are never too old to change careers!

@FirstNameLastName-wt5to 11 месяцев назад

Just about to start reading this book. I read ghost with multiple personalities and immediately purchased. Bought two copies and put one in the neighborhood little library for someone else to enjoy.

@nartarlyiatremaynne1239 Год назад

Wow! We dwell in a beyond fabulous World ♡ Kindness never goes out of Style. The universe rewards the Brave.

@ed8329 11 месяцев назад

@nartarlyiatremaynne1239 11 месяцев назад

@@ed8329 I concur with your sentiment 100%♡

@lelyanalee8640 11 месяцев назад

What Red did was awesome but hey if the book is not worth it, ain't gonna sell like popcorns. so, Mr Warner, you are doing an awesome job as well. Thank you Red, and thank you Mr Warner sir

@AlbertKimMusic Год назад

Hope more wholesome content becomes the mainstream form of content in general

@avivapeltin 11 месяцев назад

This is absolutely heartwarming

@TheDailyConnoisseur 11 месяцев назад

I absolutely love this story. Angels come in many different forms! I'm happy for both Red and Leigh!

@Cjcomputer14 11 месяцев назад

What a good set of people. We need more people like this

@krististevens54322 11 месяцев назад

I just LOVE how humble and genuine both Shawn and Red are. The way Shawn is so incredibly grateful puts a big smile on my face 😊 My mother is actually visiting my 13-year-old niece today who lives a few hours away and she is bringing this book 📖 to her as a gift for doing an amazing job during a community theater play she was in last month. I came on here to find a nice story that my mom, "Gramma," could share with her regarding the background of the author and exactly how we came across this book for her. She's a great kid, and I know she will be SO grateful to receive this book (one of her first "longer" books 📚). She's a go-getter, so I have a feeling that she will read this before the kids start school next week!!! I know you said that you get excited when you hear about the kids that get to read your book, Shawn... we want to graciously thank you! We will be watching for the next bit of work that you release!!!

@meanmugging 11 месяцев назад

This story makes me tear up every time no matter how many times I see it. Theres so much good out there that doesnt get its chance to shine through

@madisong5276 11 месяцев назад

So sweet and humble. Kindness matters

@Bambisgf77 11 месяцев назад

This is the type of content I want to see, the things that pull us together instead of tear us apart!

@jamster126 11 месяцев назад

Just bought the book and it's delivered today to me in Ireland. Looking forward to reading it!

@Daneyres 11 месяцев назад

This is the heartwarming stuff this world needs more of! ❤

@stephaniegriffin7176 11 месяцев назад

I love stories like this. They always put me in a better mood!

@Imaginehello7799 Год назад

This is so sweet ❤❤❤

@slothsad1378 11 месяцев назад

I got goosebumps from this, such a beautiful thing when humanity can come together and do something good, especially when so much hard work is put into something.

@Hollandaaaaaaa 11 месяцев назад

I love it when great things happen to great people.

@amandita092 11 месяцев назад

Just an amazing story 😢❤

@Sophia-yo9rp 11 месяцев назад

Wow! both of them so beautiful. i am so pleased to have watched this. Yes, what an enormous difference a little act of kindness can make. Thank you TODAY for sharing this story.

@Shersherloves 11 месяцев назад

My favorite story this week! Keep it up Shawn and keep spreading the kindness Red! 🙏🏻💗 God bless.

@capple2383 11 месяцев назад

I love this, people using social media to help and support others

@ashleynoble7578 11 месяцев назад

This 🫶🏻 so beautiful. Congrats to the adorable talented author as well as to the awesome and kind tiktoker. Love this. Two special dudes

@ellap1313 11 месяцев назад

I loved the book. Its so much better than I thought it would be. Some real twists. Deeper than I thought it would be.

@MrOraenji 11 месяцев назад

That act of kindness did help reveal a real gem and talent😊

@henryeaton-ej3cr 11 месяцев назад

It's so sweet to see people doing kind things not for the views or clout, but they do it just because its nice. ♥♥

@cinemacodey 11 месяцев назад

My moms a small time writer and this is amazing! I’m sure he is so grateful and appreciative of this man.

@caraalana4478 11 месяцев назад

I love small acts of kindness

@vittenaeloisavibar1966 11 месяцев назад

I hope i would encounter such kindness. Its really hard to be an author. God bless Shawn and Red ❤️

@angelachinnis3154 11 месяцев назад

I saw this story on You Tube and loved it 🥰. Purchased the book from Amazon. Looking forward to reading it! Thanks Shawn Look forward to reading more!