NEW YORK—Tommy Gunn's memoir, Tommy Gunn: Unloaded, co-authored with Jim Steele and published by Tepris Press, has been named a Distinguished Favorite at the 2026 Independent Press Awards.
The Independent Press Award recognizes excellence in independent publishing from around the world. Being named a Distinguished Favorite placed Gunn’s memoir among a select group of books that demonstrate exceptional quality and content, a remarkable achievement for a title that offers a raw, un-cut, and personal account of life inside the adult entertainment industry and beyond.
Gunn commented, "I am extremely honored and humbled in receiving this award and congratulate all the other winners as well. Jim Steele and I worked tirelessly with Nikki Anderson and Jon Ford from Tepris Press to make this a reality, and I can't believe this is happening! Thank you, Independent Book Awards!"
Nikki Anderson of Tepris Press echoed the excitement, sharing the publisher's perspective from the very beginning. She said, "Submitting Unloaded for the 2026 Independent Press Awards was a no-brainer. From the moment we received the manuscript, we noted its excellent writing, intriguing story, and all-around fascinating quality. Even before the book was edited, we saw a real gem in Tommy's story and the way that Jim organized it into a page-turner. Now we're just so excited to know that the fine folks at IPA see it too!"
This honor cements Gunn's status as a multifaceted talent, spanning performance, production, and now authorship. With over 3,700 film credits, a SAG card, and a critically acclaimed memoir, Gunn continues to redefine legacy in adult entertainment.
Tommy Gunn: Unloaded is now available for purchase at Amazon.
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