Don Winslow Retires from Writing to Focus on Political Activism

Winslow concludes his literary career with 'City in Ruins,' turning his attention to combating the MAGA movement and Donald Trump.

Don Winslow, renowned crime novelist, announces retirement from writing to dedicate himself to political activism against Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.
Winslow's final novel, 'City in Ruins,' marks the end of his celebrated Danny Ryan trilogy, inspired by classical texts like 'The Iliad,' 'The Odyssey,' and 'The Oresteia.'
The author plans to continue producing viral political videos, which have already amassed over 300 million views, to influence the political discourse.
Despite concerns about alienating some readers, Winslow prioritizes the fight for democracy over book sales, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election.
Winslow's decision to retire from writing is influenced by his desire to focus on activism, reflecting on the current political climate and his belief in the urgency of combating threats to democracy.