Category: Writing

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”

“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

Steph West’s romance novelette “Double Digits” released today

February 11, 2025

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

Women Supporting Women: Julie Hinebaugh Gribben

August 9, 2017

When I started writing about #WomenSupportingWomen, my friend, Jennifer, from high school (John Glenn High School in New Concord, Ohio) reached out and said she knew the perfect gal to be featured. “Julie Hinebaugh Gribben,” she said. “She has empowered so many women…I can’t think of anyone more deserving than her to be highlighted in … More Women Supporting Women: Julie Hinebaugh Gribben

Women Supporting Women: Elizabeth Blount McCormick

March 29, 2017

“I have been given an opportunity,” said Elizabeth Blount McCormick. “And it is my duty to reach back and give another woman an opportunity as well. “ It’s a mantra that Elizabeth, owner of UNIGLOBE Travel Designers, located in German Village, lives every single day of her life. She is a rare breed of woman who … More Women Supporting Women: Elizabeth Blount McCormick

Women Supporting Women: Missy Carvour Gleason

March 22, 2017

“Strong women lift each other up.” It’s one of the first lines on Missy Carvour Gleason’s accountability group website, where she’s part of the Beachbody family of coaches. “I feel strongly about supporting other women because I believe we have been taught to be critical of ourselves and each other – sometimes to the point … More Women Supporting Women: Missy Carvour Gleason