Loudmouth Books is such a jewel! It's a small bookstore that is expertly curated. It sells a bit of everything, from contemporary, romance, LGBTQ and historical fiction, as well as an array of non-fiction, cookbooks, kids, YA and other bits, The clerk who helped us was also quick with great recommendations. It was hard to decide, and in the end I got a novel I had been eying and a book-themed T-shirt. This bright spot -- both literally with its big front windows and figuratively with its wonderful selection -- made book shopping fun. A great spot to visit while in Indy! read more

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Indy's bookshop scene is really incredible. This was my first time popping into Loudmouth Books and it certainly won't be my last. I love how vibrant the space is and was warmly greeted the second I walked in. There's a lovely separate room that has a selection of kids & YA options and some cozy bean bags if I remember correctly . The main room has a really awesome collection of intentionally chosen and eclectic books. The person working offered some great recommendations as well. I hope to be back again soon! read more

Loudmouth Books - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

What a great find! Near my sister's townhome is this small, local bookstore that focuses on carrying a wonnderful selection of underrepresented authors and a decent amount of progressive merch and bookish goodies with a great selection of contemporary romance books in particular. I saw some Regency/historical romances but I would have liked more as that is a fave genre of mine and queer/minority historical romances are really popular nowadays! I only bought a small magnet as everything is sold at full list price and I was only walking around with a few dollars on me (this trip was unplanned) but I hope to come back here on my next Indy visit! FYI- Loudmouth has its own book clubs and is active on social media. Check it out! read more

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Went on a black owned bookstore tour today and came across this place. It was very cute and cozy and the service was great. Even though they didn't have exactly what I was looking for, I saw a bunch of books that are on my list. Love the area set up for kids. Can't wait to bring my littles. If ever downtown Indy, drop by this black, woman owned bookstore. May find some good reads in this little gem. read more

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I came across this bookstore on a list of Black owned bookstores and since it was close to home, I had to go check it out. It's very cute and cozy and they had a great selection of books to choose from. A lot of these books are on my TBR list so I had a hard time choosing. Cassie was really warm and friendly and she helped me find a book to suit my current reading mood. She also had lots of great recommendations that I added to my reading list for later. I look forward to my next visit. Fyi- If you plan on visiting, you should utilize the street parking and not the parking lot next-door as that is resident parking and they will tow your car. read more

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What an adorable little store! I love stopping in- it's sort of tucked away and feels like the best kind of hidden gem. It's a shame I don't live in town so I can't stop by more often but oh well- that just makes it all the better each time I visit. read more

A small but lovingly curated bookshop! The store is only two rooms, but is cozy and comfortable and feels thoughtfully arranged. It feels more like browsing your cool friend's bookcase than shopping. I really enjoyed reading the recommendation notes from the staff. I scored a signed copy of Ashley C. Ford's Somebody's Daughter and at checkout learned that her husband is actually the manager. He wasn't in that day, but a super cool local connection. read more

Are you a literary loudmouth? Do you crave original voices? Do you tend to shy away from mass retail in favor of the indie voice? Then, Loudmouth Books may very well be for you. Started by Indy based bestselling author Leah Johnson, Loudmouth Books is an independently owned and operated bookstore and community space. Loudmouth hosts author events, children's story hour, and other events all free and open to the public. The goal is simple - increasing access to diverse literature for all Hoosiers including, yes, ensuring access to banned books. Loudmouth is "a Black, queer, woman-owned Indianapolis-based independent bookstore dedicated to highlighting banned books and uplifting the work of marginalized authors." As a disabled author who has written regularly about such things as sexual violence, disability/ableism, and loss/grief, my creative heart longs for a place like Loudmouth Books. We say we want the independent bookstores, but do we go out of our way to support them? The presence of a place like Loudmouth Books brings my heart joy, but that joy is meaningless if I don't support it. So, even though I'm only a few weeks past major cancer surgery I had to stop by one day after a clinic appointment to support this up-and-comer. Loudmouth is surprisingly accessible (there's a bit of a lip at the door) and easy to get around. It's a relatively small bookstore with books and gifts (check out the candles - perfection). You can also support them on Bookshop.org. The employee when I was here was super friendly and helpful. I've yet to attend an event here, though I certainly plan to do so. Loudmouth is pretty darn close to Dream Palace. There's easily room for both. They both have unique vibes and deserve our love. I'm excited about the resurgence of the indie bookstore in Indy. I first got my big boost as a writer from Dreams & Swords in Broad Ripple and will forever be grateful for those bookstores that empower the indie voice. Started in response "ongoing book banning attacks that target BIPOC and queer books and authors. At Loudmouth, we'll always loudly and proudly proclaim our passion for stories by, for, and about marginalized people," says Johnson. Count me in. I'll be back. read more

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I love this store's mission of selling banned books. The prices match those at other book stores, and the service is friendly. Vote with your money. Support local business and read banned books! read more

I've been meaning to stop in here and finally had the chance, it's a beautiful space with very friendly service, they offer a wide selection of books, with many topics that I don't feel like you don't see in big box stores which I appreciate, they also have stickers, buttons and bags! Stop in if you have the chance, there is something for everyone! read more

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I am so glad that Indy is getting more small bookstores and Loudmouth Books is an incredible addition to the community! It's owned by local author Leah Johnson and focuses on minority authors and banned books. The curation is incredible and the space is designed thoughtfully. It's small but mighty and never feels overcrowded. I love how bright it is and the children's section is adorable. Such a great bookstore! Perfect for browsing or gifts! read more

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I'm a fan of a good bookstore and especially one that is local and owned by a woman! Leah Johnson owner and author opened Loudmouth here in Indy. This charming corner holds everything you ever wanted in a bookstore. They have a ton of new LGBTQIA+ books that you should absolutely read and add to your home library. It's so important to support this community and I will do everything in my power to make this happy reading place stay in Indy. Not only do they have shelves full of books for all ages and all genres but they have the cutest little bags, stickers and button collections in their store front. A great place to read, bring your kids for readings, and join the book club! read more

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Thanks to a recommendation from a friend I knew I needed to visit Loudmouth, sooner rather than later. Initial thoughts, this is my kinda book store let's take a moment to appreciate how cute this store is. It's really cozy which I love but they were busy and I would've loved to have a spot to just sit and read. I love the vibe and they have a decent selection. The children's selections were interesting and I can't wait to come back with my kids. One thing I really appreciated about this place was the staff. They were super enthusiastic and gave me so many recommendations. Another plus they have multiple book clubs. I'd join them all if I could but if you love books you must stop by. read more

Omg the most beautiful colorful joyful store! I have been following on instagram since they opened, but finally visited during the Indy indie bookstore crawl and fell in love! It was pretty crowded that day so I look forward to visiting on a normal day and really taking my time. I love all the color and highlight a diverse range of authors and genres. The kid's area with a little tent is so cute too. Fun gift section too. The inside just screams "joyful" to me so I think it would be a fun place to go if you need a little pick me up! read more

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10/10 beautiful book store. I keep watching their Instagram and found their first sip and shop last night where there was an apple cider and hot chocolate bar. Love looking at books and sipping a cozy beverage. Also their sticker game is INSANE. I keep walking out with more stickers than I intend because they're SO GOOD. read more

i cannot overstate how amazing this bookstore is. i went in and asked for books with nonbinary characters, expecting maybe 2. i left with 5, and didn't even get all the books they suggested!! the staff is super kind and doesn't pressure you, the store is way bigger than it looks from the outside, and it is an amazing safe space in today's day in age. not to mention vic, the person who usually works their booth at the gay market, always has The Best recommendations!! read more

Delightful, knowledgeable staff. Excellent curation. Charming interior. Genuinely looking forward to stopping by next time we pass through Indianapolis. read more

Popped in for a few gifts and really loved it. Lots more than books. Cute candles, bags, pins, all sorts of neat stuff. The style of the shop was sooooo fun (see the bathroom!) and the staff was incredibly helpful. read more

We love an independent bookstore...especially when it's owned by an Indianapolis author! Leah Johnson put together a beautiful space to celebrate Banned Books. They have a room dedicated to young readers with a children, middle school and YA section. It's adorable! In addition to books, they have stickers and fun gifts. The selection is smaller than a big box bookstore of course, but that's what brings the charm and warmth of a local bookstore. The service was excellent! Kudos to whoever was working on Friday morning (10/27!). He gave personalized recommendations based on our interests. I bought them all and I can't wait to dig in. I will be back for my own fun & with Indy visitors! read more

Very cute set up! I love the organization of the store and the options they have available! I was able to pick up a book that had been on my TBR for a while and the staff had great recommendations for me! read more

It's an absolute joy to go to Loudmouth. Despite being a relatively small bookstore, the interior is bright, inviting and joyful and the staff is always friendly and engaging. I admire the mission of the store, which is to spotlight books by BIPOC/authors from underrepresented communities and appreciate how this differentiates Loudmouth from other local bookstores in the area. I also think they have the most creative and engaging events/programming in the area. Not only do they have monthly book clubs, but they have regular literary trivia nights which are fun and intimate and they recently hosted Congressman Beto O'Rourke for a talk and meet & greet. I'm so glad Loudmouth is part of the Indy community! read more

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I love Loudmouth books! Their selection is impeccable, and they specialize in books by marginalized authors! The booksellers there are super friendly and very helpful when it comes to recommendations. I really think supporting indie bookstores is a great way to support authors and not the bigger corporations, which is really valuable. read more

Beautiful, bright space with tons of gorgeous books of all sorts. The staff member was so incredibly helpful, offering to help us pick out exactly what we were looking for but also letting us browse and take in the wonderful vibe. I love that the kids' section has a bean bag and small table for kids to sit and read. I only wish they had space for adults to sit--love it here, want to stay all day! read more

Loudmouth Books is welcoming and community-oriented. Every staff member is attentive and ready to make a killer recommendation. the book selection is top-tier. I love Loudmouth and they fill a real need in the community. read more

An incredible selection with an amazing story and purpose! I'm so glad I stopped by on my Indie Indy Book Crawl. The person helping me was so informative and helpful. The shop is colorful and bright and offered such a range of books! I can't wait to go back! read more