About Us

We are a woman-owned, Southern CA-based indie publishing & bookselling company rooted in self-love.

This comprehensive e-commerce shop offers a 360 experience for readers and writers. From helping with the writing & self-publishing process through our Pen & Honey Press’ Writing Courses to offering a curated selection of books in our Pen & Honey Bookstore, this website serves as an all-inclusive stop to learn & shop. Our blog, Community Stories, covers Coffee, Beauty, Wellness, Sustainable Lifestyle, and more—with self-love at the center of it all.

PEN & HONEY BOOKSTORE is a woman-owned, indie bookstore with a cultural mosaic of delicately selected authors & titles.

PEN & HONEY PRESS is a publishing company. Our mission is to empower aspiring and established authors from diverse backgrounds through inclusive storytelling. We are deeply committed to nurturing unyielding confidence in survivors of abuse and trauma, providing them with a powerful catalyst for healing. By fostering a safe and inclusive space, we aim to equip writers from all backgrounds with the tools and support needed to shape their own journeys while challenging societal norms and promoting self-love. Through our publishing programs, mentorships, scholarships, and community partnerships, we strive to celebrate diverse perspectives and contribute to a more equitable and compassionate world.

#BABED!, Inc. is the parent company of Pen & Honey Bookstore + Press and our mantra, summoning the energy of our five foundational pillars: Believed. Appreciated. Beautiful. Empowered. Determined.

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