The Third Period novel wins gold

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

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

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!

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!