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Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

By: Susan Quilty
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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.

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  • Duct Tape

    Duct Tape
    14 Oct 2026

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    In today's story, Duct Tape, Rick fixes his grandmother's house.

    Today's prompt was inspired by... something...? I don't remember. If you have a suggestion for a writing prompt, please let us know!


    More about Susan Quilty

    Susan Quilty mainly writes novels, including two standalone novels and her 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 let go of perfection and encourage writing for fun.

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

    Instagram: Susan.Quilty

    Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer

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    9 min
  • Pocket Park

    Pocket Park
    30 Sep 2026

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    In today's story, Pocket Park, Nina discovers a retreat amidst the city

    Today's prompt was inspired by a "wooded wander" with my friend Gretchen Schuttte from PeaceinthePause.com. If you have a suggestion for a writing prompt, please let us know!


    More about Susan Quilty

    Susan Quilty mainly writes novels, including two standalone novels and her 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 let go of perfection and encourage writing for fun.

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

    Instagram: Susan.Quilty

    Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer

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    11 min
  • Talk to Me

    Talk to Me
    16 Sep 2026

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    In today's story, Talk to Me, Lucy and June grow up with the gift of gab

    Today's prompt was inspired by all the talking I did at a recent book event. If you have a suggestion for a writing prompt, please let us know!


    More about Susan Quilty

    Susan Quilty mainly writes novels, including two standalone novels and her 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 let go of perfection and encourage writing for fun.

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

    Instagram: Susan.Quilty

    Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer


    Support the show
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    10 min
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