Author: Amanda Surowitz

Short Story: “Blood for Blood”

10–15 minutes

fiction, free fiction, legacy collection, short stories

In this short fiction story, bounty hunter Solomon finds his partner about to be executed alongside their bounty. He must weigh his definition of justice against his duty and decide which man will hang and which will be taken to trial for his crimes.
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Reflections on Writing “Blood for Blood”

5–7 minutes

legacy collection, self-reflection, writing journey

Reflections on the creative process, themes, and inspiration behind the short story “Blood for Blood,” a tale of vengeance and justice.
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“Everybody Scream,” Florence + The Machine, and Creative Freedom

4–6 minutes

books & media, creative mindset, inspiration sources

Listening to “Everybody Scream” by Florence + The Machine got me thinking about what it feels like to experience creative freedom. What does it feel like as a space to be present in? What is the visceral, whole-body sensation when you’re there?
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Welcoming Autumn at Home With Small Touches

7–10 minutes

journaling, mood boards, routines & rituals, self-care for creatives, self-reflection

Rather than a decorating guide, this post talks about sensory ways to cue mind and body into shifting into an autumn mindset, turning inward and gathering inspiration for creative work.
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Introducing the Legacy Collection

2–3 minutes

behind the scenes, legacy collection, short stories

Get ready for my upcoming Legacy Collection: short stories I wrote for my college writing classes, plus new reflections on the critiques they received. This capsule collection of fiction and nonfiction represents my early experiments with crafting a story, as well as clashes between what I want to write and what I’m told to.
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Finding Creative Energy in Crows

4–5 minutes

creative habits, creativity, inspiration sources, overcoming blocks

Crows symbolize creativity, even outside of their appearance in my work. Despite heavy revisions and distractions, including pets and parenting, they remind us to embrace the everyday sparks that ignite our artistic passions.
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Author: Amanda Surowitz

Short Story: “Blood for Blood”

Reflections on Writing “Blood for Blood”

“Everybody Scream,” Florence + The Machine, and Creative Freedom

Welcoming Autumn at Home With Small Touches

Introducing the Legacy Collection

Finding Creative Energy in Crows