Amruta Varshini

Books

Sun Sign

Pisces

Three things people don’t know about you?

"I am a civil engineer by education, a software engineer by profession, and a writer with intention."

What’s your greatest fear?

Snakes

What is your greatest achievement?

Surviving a decade of marriage—don’t you think so?

High point of your life?

Something that's yet to come.

Low point of your life

Something that's yet to come.

Which living person do you most admire?

My Mother Manjula, for her never giving up attitude.

Who is your favorite fictional hero?

Harry Potter

Who is your favorite fictional villain?

Circumstances that make people do bad things.

Who are your favorite authors?

O.Henry, Virginia Woolf

What are your 5 favorite books of all time?

"The Great Gatsby, The five people you meet in heaven, Pudd'nhead Wilson, Palace of Illusions, Ladies Coupe "

Is there a book you love to reread?

Bhagavad Gita

What are your 5 favorite movies of all time?

"Anbesivam (Tamil), Just like Heaven, Inception, Annamayya (Telugu), Main Hoon Na (Hindi)"

One Superpower you wish you had?

Teleportation

Your epitaph would read? /Last line in your biography would be?

We ignore our successes, celebrate our failures, and live our consequences.

If you had a time machine to take you back to any country and any time period, where would you choose to be for your childhood, adolosent , adult life and silver years?

I would rather live the same life, the same way, and learn the same lessons.

If you could acquire any talent, what would it be?

Abiding by ‘Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana.’

Which book you wish you had written ?

I want to write all the books in my head.

When and where do you write ?

I am a mom of two kids with a full time job, residing in the US. I don’t have the luxury of a dedicated time or space to write.

Silence or music?

Music

One phrase that you use most often?

All is well.

Do you have a writing ritual / superstition?

I force myself to not have superstitions, I hope to keep it that way.

What’s your guilty reading pleasure?

Wikipedia plots—summaries of books and movies.

Do you have one sentence of advice for new writers?

Let the ink bleed

"Amruta Varshini is a writer and software professional whose literary voice spans both English and Telugu. Her poetry, stories, and essays have appeared in respected magazines and anthologies, earning recognition for their wit, emotional honesty, and fearless commentary. She also serves as a part-time editor for the Telugu monthly magazine Usha, where she continues to shape contemporary literary discourse.

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in English Literature and Creative Writing at Southern New Hampshire University, Amruta blends her analytical insight with creative passion, crafting works that challenge social norms and illuminate themes of gender, resilience, and identity. Her performances as a public speaker, storyteller, and slam poet have further established her as a compelling voice on stage as well as on the page.

Critics and readers alike have praised her writing for its innovative storytelling and emotional resonance. One reviewer described her as “a beacon of literary inspiration,” applauding her ability to weave complex characters and themes into narratives that linger in the reader’s mind.

Residing in Denver, Colorado, Amruta balances her creative pursuits with professional leadership. With authenticity, wit, and depth, she invites readers to see the world anew, offering a reading experience that is as thought-provoking as it is engaging."



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