Creative Writer

A.M.
Hussong

Stories about growing up — and growing old — in all its many forms.

Creative writer of children's picture books, middle grade fantasy, young adult realistic fiction, and short stories. Hailing from Indiana and now living in North Carolina.

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A.M. Hussong with three colorful parrots

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Published Works

Short Story · Literary Fiction

"The Unbearable Beauty of Now"

Published in Gramercy Review

A literary short story exploring the fragile, luminous quality of present-moment experience.

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Non-Fiction · Public Audience

Parenting, Human Development & Well-Being

Various Publications

Non-fiction pieces written for general audiences exploring what it means to grow up — and help others do the same — with insight, humor, and heart.

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Who I Am

About

"Exploring what it means to grow up — and old — in all its many forms."

I'm A.M. Hussong, a creative writer working across a range of forms and ages. My work spans children's picture books, middle grade fantasy, young adult realistic fiction, and literary short stories.

I grew up in Indiana and now call North Carolina home. Wherever I've lived, I've found myself drawn to the same question: what does it mean to grow up? That question shows up in everything I write — in the children navigating first friendships, in the young adults facing unexpected crossroads, in the adults wondering how they got here and where they're still going.

I also write non-fiction for public audiences on parenting, human development, and well-being, bringing the same curiosity and care I bring to fiction. You can find that work — along with information about my professional and collaborative projects — over at fjcolab.org.

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Whether you're a reader, editor, publisher, or fellow writer — I'd love to hear from you. Reach out about story pitches, collaborations, or just to say hello.