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Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

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

    Night

    11/11/2026 | 9 mins.
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    In today's story, Night, Giana contemplates her life as a night walker

    Today's prompt was inspired by the change from daylight saving time to standard time. 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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  • Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

    Leaf Peeping

    28/10/2026 | 10 mins.
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    In today's story, Leaf Peeping, some fall leaves wait for their chance to float to the ground

    Today's prompt was inspired by the changing colors of autumn leaves. 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
  • Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

    Duct Tape

    14/10/2026 | 9 mins.
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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
    Support the show
    Support the show
  • Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

    Pocket Park

    30/09/2026 | 11 mins.
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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
    Support the show
  • Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

    Talk to Me

    16/09/2026 | 9 mins.
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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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About Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt
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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