Author reunites with TikToker who helped book go viral

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.

July 13, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER On the Show July 13, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER On the Show Author reunites with TikToker who made his debut book go viral Author reunites with TikToker who made his debut book go viral 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. WATCH NOW > Moments from TODAY Moments from TODAY 'Mommunes' bring moms together to share the burdens (and joys!) of raising a family WATCH NOW > 'Mommunes' bring moms together to share the burdens (and joys!) of raising a family WATCH NOW > Hollywood actors could strike after failing to reach a deal WATCH NOW > Hollywood actors could strike after failing to reach a deal WATCH NOW > Christopher Eubanks: Playing at Wimbledon is a 'dream come true' WATCH NOW > Christopher Eubanks: Playing at Wimbledon is a 'dream come true' WATCH NOW > 3rd HOUR of TODAY 3rd HOUR of TODAY Discover your money personality — and learn how to budget for it WATCH NOW > Discover your money personality — and learn how to budget for it WATCH NOW > TODAY with HODA & JENNA TODAY with HODA & JENNA Jenna Bush Hager reads book clues on 'Jeopardy!' WATCH NOW > Jenna Bush Hager reads book clues on 'Jeopardy!' WATCH NOW > Shop TODAY Shop TODAY 8 problem-solving beauty finds for summer — starting at $11 WATCH NOW > 8 problem-solving beauty finds for summer — starting at $11 WATCH NOW > Coming up on TODAY Coming up on TODAY   Brad Paisley LIVE on the Plaza! Country star Brad Paisley is performing live on the Plaza as part of the Citi Concert Series on TODAY!  Tune in Friday 7/14 Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy | Contact MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT