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… Continue reading Author Steph West’s The Third Period wins gold for excellence
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Red Fern Press welcomes new author Karson Brown to its roster
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… Continue reading Red Fern Press welcomes new author Karson Brown to its roster
The Third Period receiving stellar reviews upon release
Released July 22, The Third Period is already receiving stellar reviews. You don't have to be a hockey fan to enjoy this family drama. Order your copy of The Third Period from any major or indie book retailer TODAY!
NEW! Third and final book in Double Digits Series out now!
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 romance… Continue reading NEW! Third and final book in Double Digits Series out now!
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… Continue reading New hockey drama from Steph West releases July 22—pre-order now!
“California Love” dropped! Second novelette of series available NOW on Amazon
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… Continue reading “California Love” dropped! Second novelette of series available NOW on Amazon
West’s first romance novelette launched today!
COLUMBUS—Red Fern Press launched its first romance novelette Double Digits from 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 plot line… Continue reading West’s first romance novelette launched today!
Red Fern Press Launches Romance Division
COLUMBUS—Red Fern Press is excited to announce its new Romance Division! The Midwest indie publishing company is excited to bring readers sweetly romantic reads to give their love lives a jolt. Author Steph West will release her first pocket romance Double Digits Feb. 18, 2025. Readers can pre-order it from Amazon now. Learn more at redfernpress.pub or follow… Continue reading Red Fern Press Launches Romance Division
Steph West talks Red Fern Press with Shoutout Ohio
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. Read now!
Author Steph West set to release second book and debut novel
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus-based Author Steph West is set to release her debut novel Newcross in November of 2024. Newcross is the first book in the trilogy. Newcross sees Author Steph West journey into the action-adventure/fantasy genre with protagonist Fin Baker, a tough, street-smart NYC detective who lands in 1975 thanks to a less-than-human father and… Continue reading Author Steph West set to release second book and debut novel
Red Fern Press open for submissions
COLUMBUS—Red Fern Press is open for submissions. Red Fern is an independent book publishing press based in Ohio. We’re looking for both fiction and nonfiction work from debut authors to help launch their careers. We will also consider authors who are looking for a fresh start at a new publisher. In fiction, we want submissions… Continue reading Red Fern Press open for submissions
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