S. A. McNutt

Stephanie, aka S. A. McNutt, is a poet, writer, and the founder, publisher, and editor of King Ari Press, LLC, an independent press dedicated to honest poetry, nostalgic memoirs, and heartfelt indie fiction that brings readers back to the simple joy of storytelling.

From the lakes of Minnesota to the sun-kissed shores of Southern California, Stephanie brings a unique voice shaped by place, memory, and resilience. Under the pen name S.A. McNutt, she is the author of Lamplighter: Poems, a collection that explores light in dark places, healing, and the quiet power of everyday moments.

As the driving force behind King Ari Press, Stephanie champions emerging and independent voices, curating books that feel like coming home—whether through raw, luminous poetry or adventurous, speculative tales. When she's not writing or editing, she’s building a community around literature that matters.

Discover more at King Ari Press and follow our journey.