Bear Boy: The True Story of a Boy, Two Bears, and the Fight to be Free

Bear Boy is a powerful coming-of-age story of a young boy named Justin who discovers two sibling black bears being kept in horrific conditions at a nearby zoo.

Undeterred by the seemingly insurmountable cost of $250,000 to free them, Justin takes his quest to an international audience, gaining media attention and support from celebrities.

With television cameras rolling, Justin fights to free the bears, ultimately changing himself in the process.

This inspiring memoir offers a timely exploration of activism, animal rights, and LGBTQ identity with tenderness, honesty, and heart.