This week YA Author DJ Williams took over our Twitter as a part of our weekly Thursday Twitter Takeover. DJ Williams is the author of Hunt For Eden’s Star (See YEM’s write up of DJ Williams here.) See highlights from the takeover below.
I'm D.J. Williams (@djwilliamsbooks), author/executive producer/director, and I'm honored to be your host tonight for the #YAAuthorTakeover. Super excited to introduce you to the world of Beacon Hill and book one, #HuntForEdensStar. #YAFantasy @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/sZnd5q8VL0
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
I grew up in Hong Kong, traveled the world, & once spent three days in a tent on the Zambezi River. That's where I realized one day I'd write novels. Now it's a reality! Check out the first trailer of #HuntForEdensStar . #YAAuthorTakeover https://t.co/b7572HJuL6
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Writing Hunt For Eden's Star, I was inspired by #HarryPotter & my imagination of a young #IndianaJones. Within the first pages, one murder leaves Jack Reynolds heartbroken and the hunt officially begins. #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/MTlsAE4yf8
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
The countdown to the release of Hunt For Eden's Star is on! I've waited nearly ten years for this series to be shared with the world. Never give up on your dreams! #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar #amwritingfantasy #YAFantasy @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/z0iyCk1fRG
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Some writers are outliners, and others are pantsers! I'm neither. I'm a binge writer with a plan who goes on the chase and allows the story to reveal itself. I envision each chapter before I write. How would you define your writing approach? #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar pic.twitter.com/11GoxblVlA
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
You never know where your career will take you. I've run a record company, GM @ entertainment co., & own my production company. Storytelling is in my DNA. I enjoy collaborating with a crew, but I also love the isolation of writing novels. #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar pic.twitter.com/HdyAUhtwRS
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Stakes are raised when secrets are revealed in #HuntForEdensStar. One must choose which house will join the hunt? Which house will you choose? #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction #yafiction #amwritingfiction #amwritingfantasy pic.twitter.com/Yu3tfHzMff
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
I always knew I wanted to film the process of creating and writing #HuntForEdensStar, and the rest of the Beacon Hill series. Over 130,000 viewers of the first episode, which I'll tweet before the takeover is finished. Stay tuned! #YAAuthorTakeover #YAFantasy #yaauthor pic.twitter.com/36ZPACCIUf
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
An author's greatest challenge is writing the final page. If you have an idea for a story & it compels you to write one chapter after another then push yourself to finish. Too many stories have been left undone. #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/nbLLNfcfBw
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Writing Hunt For Eden's Star I created playlists including @TheHungerGames, @HarryPotterFilm, & @assassinscreed. I went a step further and had a composer create a sountrack for #HuntForEdensStar. Here's an exclusive listen from @YouTube: https://t.co/LnifqCOwTg #YAAuthorTakeover
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Every author dreams of going on tour! Well, I'll be hitting the road starting in April for the offical #HuntForEdensStar book tour with Barnes & Noble and others! Will I be coming to your city? #YAAuthorTakeover @BNBuzz @BNTeens https://t.co/QA62D7rR7C pic.twitter.com/f81x1uiL0H
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
I've been writing #HuntForEdensStar & the BH series for the last two years. We've captured a behind the scenes look at what this journey has been like in Chasing Lewis, Tolkien, & Rowling. You'll get to see the first episode here before the #YAAuthorTakeover is over! #YAFantasy pic.twitter.com/kIekS793gV
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Looking back what would I tell my teenage self? Live life fearlessly and pursue your dreams no matter what others say. You never know what opportunities await you unless you take risks. And always be the hardest worker in the room. #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar pic.twitter.com/nW7NpVY8Cn
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Super excited to share in the next few tweets exclusive digital concept art to give you an inside look into the world of Beacon Hill and book one, #HuntForEdensStar. Which one is your favorite? #YAAuthorTakeover @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/qRie2BkEfX
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
We go further than big cities in #HuntForEdensStar, even into other realms where Jack must face his darkest fears. Where do you think the hunt will take Jack and his friends? #YAAuthorTakeover @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/HynaBDJWRA
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
What's been unique is we've worked as creatives on the novels, music, & web series. Nothing is more rewarding than working alongside others who are gifted in their own way. It takes a team to make a dream reality. #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar @TyndaleHouse @Crazy4Fiction pic.twitter.com/cc6bVGvEll
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Let me give you another glimpse into the world of Beacon Hill. Here's the trailer we released for #HuntForEdensStar where you'll see Jack for the first time. What else do you think is hidden in the trailer? #YAAuthorTakeover #YAFantasy #YAreads #fiction @djwilliamsbooks pic.twitter.com/wlMlAbmEWD
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Get a closer look at Jack Reynolds, his friends, and the incredible cities where #HuntForEdensStar takes them. I love writing stories that takes readers around the globe! What is your favorite city that you've ever visited? #YAAuthorTakeover pic.twitter.com/ieFfTFs61Q
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Here's episode one of Chasing Lewis, Tolkien, & Rowling: https://t.co/sty2XAiKLD #YAAuthorTakeover #HuntForEdensStar
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
Hope you enjoyed the #YAAuthorTakeover. I want to leave you with the final trailer! I hope you'll go deeper into the world of Beacon Hill and order your copy of #HuntForEdensStar: https://t.co/QA62D7rR7C Be sure to follow me @djwilliamsbooks on social for more exciting news! pic.twitter.com/Kmt31AYutN
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) March 3, 2023
