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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 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!

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