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Aaron Portzline of The Athletic calls The Third Period novel a “story of triumph”

August 3, 2025

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”

NEW! Third and final book in Double Digits romance series!

May 25, 2025

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 hockey drama from Steph West releases July 22—pre-order now!

April 26, 2025

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!

“California Love” dropped! Second novelette of series available NOW on Amazon

April 24, 2025

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