• Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

  • By: Susan Quilty
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Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

By: Susan Quilty
  • Summary

  • Short stories spark your imagination. Join author Susan Quilty as she uses simple writing prompts to free-write her way into strange, silly, or poignant tales. Biweekly episodes offer new stories.To learn more about Susan and her books, visit SusanQuilty.com.Note: Prior to 2023, every 5th episode featured story commentary instead of a new story.
    © 2024 Susan Quilty
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Episodes
  • Sleep Edition: Soft Summer Rain
    Apr 30 2024

    Special Sleep Edition: Today's story, Soft Summer Rain, is a sleepy story that may lull you into a gentle nap or a goodnight's sleep.

    Today's prompt was inspired by a rainy local authors' event and the drowsiness that came after a day of selling my books to new readers. It's a special story with a softer tone, designed to help you fall asleep.

    As always, this story was written from the prompt, with no planning and very little editing. If you enjoy today's story, please share it with your friends and leave a review for Freely Written. Thank you!


    More about Susan Quilty

    Susan Quilty mainly writes novels, including two standalone novels and her current YA series: The Psychic Traveler Society. Susan's short stories for Freely Written are created during quick writing breaks and shared as a way to practice her narration skills before she dives into recording audio versions of her novels.

    Website: SusanQuilty.com
    Facebook: Freely Written
    The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
    Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop

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    11 mins
  • Infinity Plus One
    Apr 16 2024

    In today's story, Infinity Plus One, two sisters argue over who loves cinnamon toast the most.

    Today's prompt was loosely chosen based on my use of an infinity strap during a virtual yoga class. It's one of my favorite yoga props, a short cotton strap sewn in the shape of an infinity sign or figure eight.

    As always, this story was written from the prompt, with no planning and very little editing. If you enjoy today's story, please share it with your friends and leave a review for Freely Written. Thank you!


    More about Susan Quilty

    Susan Quilty mainly writes novels, including two standalone novels and her current YA series: The Psychic Traveler Society. Susan's short stories for Freely Written are created during quick writing breaks and shared as a way to practice her narration skills before she dives into recording audio versions of her novels.

    Website: SusanQuilty.com
    Facebook: Freely Written
    The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
    Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop

    Support the Show.

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    10 mins
  • Tread Softly
    Apr 2 2024

    In today's story, Tread Softly, a young woman reflects on lessons she learned from her older brother.

    Today's prompt was inspired by a book of the same title. When I was young, I loved Tread Softly by Corinne Gerson. I recently tracked down a copy and was delighted to read it again.

    As always, this story was written from the prompt, with no planning and very little editing. If you enjoy today's story, please share it with your friends and leave a review for Freely Written. Thank you!


    More about Susan Quilty

    Susan Quilty mainly writes novels, including two standalone novels and her current YA series: The Psychic Traveler Society. Susan's short stories for Freely Written are created during quick writing breaks and shared as a way to practice her narration skills before she dives into recording audio versions of her novels.

    Website: SusanQuilty.com
    Facebook: Freely Written
    The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
    Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop

    Support the Show.

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    13 mins

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