COLUMBUS — Author and screenwriter Steph West’s novel The Third Period was chosen as a gold medal winner this week by the North American Book Awards in the Sports Fiction category. Books were selected across several categories for “…exceptional craft, originality, and excellence in writing, editing, and design…”. You can read the full press release … More The Third Period novel wins gold
COLUMBUS— Red Fern Press welcomes Author and Artist Karson Brown to its label and is excited to launch her debut survival memoir 48 Days to Barbados Oct. 20 of 2026. “I chose Red Fern Press because I was extremely impressed with Steph West,” said Brown. “Her own writing career is prolific, and her decision to … More Red Fern Press welcomes new author Karson Brown
COLUMBUS (Ohio) — Aaron Portzline of The Athletic calls Author Steph West’s sports novel about an aging hockey star who must fight his way back from injury and addiction a “gripping story of triumph—both in hockey and in life.” The Third Period released Tuesday, July 22, to rave reviews that continue as more readers latch on to this … More Aaron Portzline of The Athletic calls The Third Period novel a “story of triumph”
From award-winning author and former Gannett/USA Today and Fox Sports Ohio journalist Steph West comes her third and final novelette in the Double Digits Pocket Romance Series, The Pond House. This short, sweet pocket romance, considered a two-hour or less read, is perfect for the beach or travel! In the third book of this unique and delightfully engaging pocket … More NEW! Third and final book in Double Digits romance series!
NEW for Pre-Order from Red Fern Press and Author Steph West! Available in print + Kindle. In this gritty drama, Mike Olsky is an aging hockey star on the cusp of retirement with one last shot to win the ultimate prize in pro sports. But on a fateful November night, he suffers a knee injury … More New hockey drama from Steph West releases July 22—pre-order now!
It’s here! The second novelette in Author Steph West’s Double Digits Pocket Romance Series, California Love, is available NOW on Amazon in print or Kindle. The books, considered two hours or less reads, literally can fit in your pocket! The second book gets a lot more steamy this time around and follows Scout and Josh … More “California Love” dropped! Second novelette of series available NOW on Amazon
In the Media Thank you to Voyage Ohio for their article on my business and journey! Read the article HERE.
COLUMBUS—Red Fern Press launched the third book and first romance novelette Double Digits from its award-winning author Steph West today. The short and sweet novelette, also known as a “pocket romance” welcomes a fresh voice to the market who places plus-sized women and their incredible lives at the forefront of the story, then blends them into the … More Steph West’s romance novelette “Double Digits” released today
COLUMBUS, OH — Shoutout Ohio recently posted an article about Steph West and her businesses Eleven One Productions and Red Fern Press to discuss how she got there and what she hopes her social impact will be through both of them. See what West is trying to accomplish by reading the article here.
Writer-Producer, Author, and Director Steph West has released her newest reel showcasing her film, commercial, and reality TV clips, among others. Take a peel—and if you’re looking for an independent producer for your next project, give her a shout!
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