About Steph Rose

Author & Illustrator

At 12 years of age, I was sketching my hands by looking at them. And I’ve never stopped drawing. I love to create digital artwork on my iPad with an apple pencil.

I took journalism in school and it grew my love for storytelling. I’ve combined my love for art and stories into children’s books that inspire kindness, growth, and empathy.

I’m inspired by my big, loud family and my faith.

I live in London, Ontario — the wonderful North. I'm married to my husband, Luke, and we have four kiddos!

Thank you for visiting! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to use the contact form or email me at stephanie.hoefnagels@gmail.com. Cheers!

 
 

Before you go, be sure to follow my creative process on Instagram @stephrosedesigns

Book in the making… this is the creative part of the book process where I get to snuggle on the couch! #illustrator #procreate #draw #author
Hmmm…. What could it be?? Enjoying my sweet Rosie character 🥰 #author #illustration #illustrator
Back to the drawing board for a new story! #characterart #characterillustration
If you had told me I would have TWO self-published books in under 4 months, I would have thought U R CRaZy! But you would have been right 🤪 Self-publishing is a crazy ride because you are all the jobs! And the learning is endless, BUT there&rsquo
Thanks to TL for their early review of my book! “Must Win Matilda” is available for purchase Thursday, Feb 1st! All the links will be here on my profile :) #childrensbook #sportsmanship #kindness #review #mustwinmatilda
My 2nd children’s book is available Thursday, February 1st! Mark your calendars :) “This book is for children who desire to win at all costs, helping them realize that being a good friend is more rewarding than winning first place.&rdquo