BearManor Media Books

Founded in 2001 by Publisher Ben Ohmart, BearManor Media began its journey in Albany, Georgia, and is now proudly located in Orlando, Florida. We are renowned for our diverse and extensive catalog, which includes books on Movies, Television, Old Time Radio, Theater, Animation, Circus Performing Arts, and previously unpublished scripts. Our collection now features over 900 outstanding titles, ranging from the obscure to the eminent.

As a small press with a big vision, BearManor Media offers both nonfiction and fiction in hardcover, trade paperback, and digital formats. Our bestselling authors include notable names such as Charlotte Rae, James Best, Gary Burghoff, Eddie Cantor, Kathy Garver, The Firesign Theatre, The Unknown Comic, Russell Arms, Charlotte Stewart, Keith Scott, and many more.

We pride ourselves on being a leader and innovator in publishing rare autobiographies and biographies of African-American show business legends, famous voice actors, sitcom stars, and celebrated producers, directors, and screenwriters.

Our dedicated team, consisting of fewer than a dozen top industry professionals, including artists, publicists, and media experts, supports authors through targeted book signings, social media engagement, and Internet-based promotions.

BearManor Media remains a full-range publisher that commands respect in the market while maintaining the loyalty of readers, writers, and independent retailers.