Leeds author celebrates international milestone as latest book reaches Walmart in the United States
A Leeds author is celebrating another major publishing milestone after his latest title became available through Walmart's online bookstore in the United States, taking a book written in the city to a global audience.
The Viral Book Five II: The IBCW Showdown, written by Mo Bhana, is now available to readers in the United States through Walmart's online marketplace, marking another step forward for the independently published series.
The international release follows what the author describes as a viral surge in popularity on Instagram. Promotional videos for The Viral Book have attracted more than three million views on Instagram, helping introduce the books to readers around the world.
The growing online attention has also sparked calls from Instagram users for the story to make the leap from page to screen.
Fans commenting on the promotional videos have suggested that the series would make an ideal television adaptation, while many others have said they would like to see The Viral Book turned into a feature film.
Speaking about the latest milestone, Mo said: "To know that a book written here in Leeds can now be discovered by readers across America through Walmart is an incredible feeling.
“Seeing the response on Instagram has been overwhelming, and reading comments from people saying they'd love to see it adapted for television or film has been amazing."
The success demonstrates how the book has gained an international audience through social media and global online retailers.
The latest instalment, The Viral Book Five II: The IBCW Showdown, continues to build on the momentum of the series, with its growing online following helping to expand its reach beyond the UK.
From a story written in Yorkshire to readers across the United States, the book's availability through Walmart, combined with its reported viral success on Instagram, marks another milestone for a local author with ambitions on the global stage.