DFW author talks going viral on TikTok, his faith in God and what motivates him now

[@madamepalatine6295]

That is sad that some many talented people are around us and pass unnoticed , im happy for him

[@strife2746]

Yeah, you can genuinely have talent but usually nobody is watching. Sometimes it just takes the right person to find your talent and make it go viral. I'm happy he's being recognized.

[@crisstoff89]

Most people on social media who have legit info in their field are small accounts while the millions followers are people who have nothing between their ears.

[@foryoutube7504]

Talented? He was pitied. He owes his "success" to public pity. Doesnt mean he's talented. He cheated. Genuine talent is recognized over time, through gradual word of mouth. No shortcuts are taken. Tiktok cut that process in half. Thats cheating.

[@rjmendoza]

Great to see a local author being noticed ! Great book too

[@adamv4951]

I just ordered one of his books for my teen daughter. I'm going to read it myself.

[@dakmycat3688]

I just ordered for my wife and niece.😊

[@RichTancredi]

I predict that Netflix will make a series from his book!

[@kadhimation]

Then cancel it after the first season

[@RichTancredi]

@@kadhimation LOL true dat!

[@pwallace5359]

It does sound like it would make a good series 😊

[@vandammejam]

Maybe Amazon will

[@pablobruning4508]

Down to earth fella. Good for him. Saw his story on Inside Edition.

[@sserpentchic1342]

He seems like such a kind, genuine person. If anyone deserved this bump in sales and attention, its this guy. Best wishes to him moving forward!!

[@anopinion7764]

it is humble, beautiful people like this man, he knows he's not perfect, but he Loves the Lord Jesus, and prays to be better daily, worked his whole life, has a loving wife, and taught his own children first hand- and gets a big break like this. i want to see more of these genuine people stories, and his book sounds sooo interesting. Yah Bless you all

[@HeronimusBilly]

Amen

[@RaneeFigueroa]

This is amazing! Got me a little teary-eyed. Really touched my heart!

[@rjmendoza]

Great story about kindness and how paying forward could be a big thing for some! And this is a good example of how well kindness can pay off

[@shotgunrebels]

Interviewer did a great job. Love the story. Congrats to him for his success. And for being humble and appreciating it.

[@mommabling6744]

This is the type of thing that should go viral more often! Love this!

[@anacamacho137]

Probably the most beautiful and most genuine and heartfelt interview I have ever watched! Thank you sir for the pure kind human you seem to be! ❤

[@lawrencekelli]

This man is truly wonderful. I'm so happy for him.

[@cheahbuddy6146]

"generosity is just waiting for an excuse to happen", what an amazing saying by an amazing man, you can tell his life must be filled with such joy with his big Santa clause like smile and how emotional he gets about what Red did for him, stories like this are what gives me faith in humanity 😊.

[@davidgno]

My book just arrived today! I'm so excited to read it with my daughter and family. 😊

[@margarcia4841]

Finally some long interview. Thanks for this

[@katelyndglass]

He deserves this!

[@Aureliano_Babilonia]

This is the kind of author a self-respecting publisher should promote. A veteran who put his heart into raising a family and tried his best to shape his passion into actual craft of writing. One could only imagine the inner struggle this humble man went through, getting out there and debuting his first book, overcoming the basic fear people won’t find worthy the thing you poured part your soul into. That‘s what should be promoted, not the garbage like „Spare“ ghost-written for garbage royal couple profit.

[@AshleySweigartFowler]

This makes me so happy. What an amazing man. I’m halfway through the book right now and am loving it. ❤

[@hushiechan]

This makes me emotional.. I am so happy he pursued writing ❤❤❤

[@TheTerribleToph]

My library just ordered a few copies, and the kids love it. We ordered 4 copies and they havent even seen the shelf because so many people are waiting to check them out.

[@LaurenBradburyFarm]

Thank you for this long-form interview which included some really good questions. Well done!

[@TheAlmondAesthetic]

To Yeshua be the glory! 🥰❤️

[@RJMelendez82]

I ordered mine and I’m excited to start reading it tonight!! 😊

[@Space_Writer]

Congratulations. I just heard about you through the local yokels. You give me inspiration and renewed motivation to keep writing. It's easy to get discouraged when you put so much energy into your work and don't get the response that you hope for from potential readers. I'm hoping to publish my first book this year.

[@vandammejam]

This guy is so sweet . Very happy for him .

[@trannessa]

such a kind gesture and act, really set in motion, a great and amazing thing!

[@pitsakal]

I loved his book!! And to see that the author is such a genuine sweet and kind person! Really glad to see him being recognised!❤️

[@SpiritualBabydoll]

He has the sweetest soul you can tell

[@mmcmann9539]

Such a cool story!

[@nopisful]

TikTok has a good side after all

[@KolorfulDreamsArtKda]

Wow, I was so happy for this author when I first learned about him going viral, but I didn't know what the book was about. Now that I know I must say that it actually sounds like a pretty good story and I totally want to read it.

[@theculturedthug6609]

It's a really good book aswell. Would make a good movie.

[@tiffanyhui4604]

So happy tor him!! ❤️

[@heru-deshet359]

Tik Tok was finally good for something.

[@waylinbanshee8174]

He legit dosnt have to write another book . Dude left a big positive legacy in a book that will still be here when he's gone . If I was him that alone would satisfy me .

[@titaroldan6513]

I will be buying the book! Can't wait!❤️✨️

[@nor-_-mal1691]

Im buying a big fat hardcover, i dont even care the page count.

[@The_Stoic_PhilosopherAU]

People have so much good to give.

[@electroclassics]

i just ordered one for my daughter!

[@catherinetobilla7225]

"Learn the basics and build and build and build from there."

[@TheSUPERHAPPY1]

Amazing story!

[@bronxgirl1cunningham56]

Love the book....thank you

[@LexiBricks]

So sweet I love this

[@JesusISKingNoMatterWhat]

Yayaya🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@incunemusic]

Amazing!

[@ArielleXArielle]

The book is wonderful so if anyone wants to buy it then you won't regret your choice.

[@Katman718]

Good on you 😊

[@WOK-YT-handle]

I love this story

[@barakobamna]

let’s go!!

[@cchemmes-seeseeart3948]

I'm so inspired by this as a struggling fine artist. What a great kindness Jerrad Swearenjin set in motion. It is so great to see good things happen in this world. I heard clear, stunning answers to prayer when praying to know God's will for my life, to be an artist. It was so hard to believe it could be true over the years, as I've struggled as a much older artist (& just finished art college) that I kept praying for confirmation, which I received, mostly through daily devotion Words, over 20 times. When I prayed before this summer what I should do to earn $, in the face of this calling to art, to my amazement, the daily Word that day spoke of how St. Paul earned money by "practicing his craft." Wow. When I asked how I could do something so impossible, the Word that day was how God can open unexpected doors for us, that we could never open for ourselves. I battle of stress, to choose faith. This story gives me so much hope, as I face this summer of hard work to build my body of art. I believe Shawn Warner's great advice- to perfect your skills & work hard. I admire his effort, sitting in that store with his stack of books, without much action at first. This gave me a spark of hope & life today & I'm so deeply touched by this. Everyone involved in this story is awesome.

[@marieljeanneseras]

Please have it in he Philippines

[@Donotknow001]

hi how are you?

[@angiekalyani2198]

❤❤❤

[@LD__]

❤

[@graycee4953]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@Grahamrobinsonvt802]

Wow what a guy

[@Scaminquirer]

Once he talks about his faith, gen z will avoid him like the plague. That’s how biased they are

[@nancylux9593]

Don’t think so…..hope I’m right. Enjoying a good book is my favorite pastime, and Gen Z should hopefully get an opportunity to discover this too.

[@margarcia4841]

So cool

[@Victoria.Foxworthy]

He has a resting sad face...

[@pressthepress]

notice how he didn’t receive help from god but from actual humans but gives all the credit to god

[@yurimorgan7460]

he got help from me. i bought his book , and i believe in God, and so God helped him through me and many lovely and kind humans.

[@pressthepress]

@@yurimorgan7460 but isn’t everything you do free will? or are u secretly controlled by puppet strings that reach up into the clouds

[@hannahhelton3789]

If you believe God works through humans then you credit both.

[@edwardolopaz]

Blah blah blah blah who cares

[@pwallace5359]

I do

[@edwardolopaz]

@@pwallace5359 ok sheep boy

[@snazzyquetzal]

And another pointless commenter with pent up issues, blah blah blah 🙄

[@ZacharyAbrego-es1tl]

I bet no one likes u

[@prettybabyface7313]

I also absolutely do care