Welcome to Indies&Ink,
This is more than a bookstore; it’s a home for Indie Storytellers.
Why shop at Indies&Ink?
At Indies & Ink, every purchase tells a story. We’re a home for indie authors where you can not only discover unique books, but also shop one-of-a-kind merch inspired by the writers behind them. From exclusive tees to creative designs tied to their stories, your support goes beyond the page. helping independent authors grow their voices and their brands. When you shop here, you’re not just buying a book or a shirt, you’re investing in the next generation of storytellers.
INDIE AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT
Brittany Hymes
Welcome, traveler! I’m Brittany Hymes, author, ink-spiller, and founder of Indies & Ink.
I’ve been running away into my own stories for as long as I can remember, and honestly, I never plan on coming back! Writing has always been my secret doorway out of reality. When I first wrote Imprisoned, I was a teen who couldn’t get enough of books like The Hunger Games and Divergent. I wanted to be strong like Katniss, fearless like Tris… so I created Alaster to take those epic adventures for me. She was bold, stubborn, and still figuring herself out, just like I was. Now, I see writing as more than escape. It’s my adventure. When I write, I’m not just imagining bravery, I am brave. I am fearless.
As a multi-genre author, I’ve brought to life a dystopian future trilogy that follows a young woman’s journey from an innocent prisoner to a fighter for good.
If fantasy is more your style, check out my latest release, Trials of Ilithia. In this story, we follow a young assassin named Cleo as she faces a series of deadly trials on a remote island, inspired by Egyptian mythology and the seven deadly sins.
Book two is coming soon! So keep your eyes peeled.
Until then, you can dive into my books, snag some merch, or hop over to my Amazon and social links. Adventure’s waiting, let’s go!
This Month’s Featured BOOK
Trials of Ilithia
By Brittany R. Hymes
In a land of magic and Fae, a young human assassin and her group compete in a competition of bravery, intellect, strength, and merit called the Trials of Ilithia. Although sure that they are prepared for the trials, they quickly learn that it is more than they bargained for when some unexpected outsiders come to compete against them. Filled with hate and rage from the visitors, they must now navigate not only the deadly trials but their new obstacle as well.
As young Cleo starts what she thought was her life’s purpose, she begins to see herself in a new light. Things she once hated become her greatest strengths.
Will Cleo be victorious in the Trials of Ilithia? Or fall short of her purpose?
A word from the founder of Indies & Ink
I’m Brittany Hymes, author, creator, and founder of Indies & Ink.
I started writing my first trilogy at seventeen, scribbling scenes in the margins of my notebooks, full of passion and absolutely no idea what I was doing. For years, those stories stayed hidden in drawers, buried under self-doubt and the looming shadow of traditional publishing. I thought I needed permission to be “worthy.” Spoiler: I didn’t.
At twenty-six, with the unwavering support of my biggest cheerleader (my husband), I took the leap into indie publishing. It wasn’t easy. Fear of rejection, imposter syndrome, and the steep learning curve of self-promotion came fast, but I discovered freedom in forging my own path. When I finally published my first book, everything changed. Readers connected. The story mattered. But I still had dreams that felt out of reach. I wanted a place to sell my book that wasn’t just Amazon or Barnes & Noble. I wanted to offer custom merch, connect with readers who loved indie stories, and find a space that truly celebrated self-published voices. That’s when a new dream took shape: building a platform where other indie authors could do the same.
Indies & Ink was born from that vision, a place to share your stories, sell your books, create meaningful merch, and be part of a community that truly gets it.
Whether you're here to write, browse, or build something amazing, welcome.
Your story belongs here.
