Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

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.

18 SEPT

Wait For It

Send us a textIn today's story, Wait For It, two women chat on a bus. Today's prompt came up while thinking about the patience it takes for situations--and people--to grow and change. 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. You can also send me a prompt suggestion, and I'll be sure to credit you in the episode. Thank you!Mo...

14 min
4 SEPT

Labor of Love

Send us a textIn today's story, Labor of Love, Love reflects on her day's work, including a challenging repair call. Today's prompt came from simple word association as it was written on Labor Day. Labor Day... Labor of Love. 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. You can also send me a prompt suggestion, and I'll be sure to...

11 min
21 AUG

Migraine

Send us a textIn today's story, Migraine, a debilitating migraine stirs a stew of thoughts and emotionsToday's prompt was inspired by a recent migraine. Being knocked down by a migraine can be physically and emotionally overwhelming. If you struggle with migraines or other health issues, please know that you are not alone. Seek help from friends, doctors, and support groups. As always, this story was written from the prompt, with no planning and very little editing. If you enjoy today's story...

15 min
7 AUG

Condesplaining

Send us a textIn today's story, Condesplaining, a new arrival gets a lesson on small town rulesToday's prompt is a made-up word. It's essentially a gender-neutral version of "mainsplaining." In other words, it describes the act of explaining something without regard for the listener's expertise. If you have a prompt suggestion, let me know and I'll be sure to credit you in the episode!As always, this story was written from the prompt, with no planning and very little editing. If you enjoy tod...

13 min
24 JUL

Widgets

Send us a textIn today's story, Widgets, a writer wanders through a wobbly chat about whatchamacallitsToday's prompt had no obvious inspiration. It just came to me in a flash while wondering what prompt to use. If you have a prompt suggestion, let me know and I'll be sure to credit you in the episode!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. T...

10 min
10 JUL

City Life

Send us a textIn today's story, City Life, some small town kids head to a big city summer campToday's prompt was inspired by some upcoming vacation plans. While I sometimes like to head to the beach or mountains, I also need a few city trips throughout the year. 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 QuiltySusan Q...

10 min
26 JUN

Think Tank

Send us a textIn today's story, Think Tank, what happens when a group of researchers consider the future?Today's prompt came up when I was telling Peter a story about how my mom used to say that I should be put in a think tank someday--which prompted some weird ideas in my young mind. Peter said think tank should be my next prompt, and here we are! 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 yo...

14 min
12 JUN

Never Say Never

Send us a textIn today's story, Never Say Never, a couple tries to write their wedding vows Today's prompt was inspired by a book on my shelf called Never, Never Quit by Karen Hallion (great book!). This story has nothing to do with that book, but the title made me think of the expression 'never say never' and I ran with it. 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 lea...

12 min

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Creator

Susan Quilty
Years Active

2021 - 2024
Episodes

125
Rating

Clean
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Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

Wait For It

Labor of Love

Migraine

Condesplaining

Widgets

City Life

Think Tank

Never Say Never

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Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

Episodes

Wait For It

Labor of Love

Migraine

Condesplaining

Widgets

City Life

Think Tank

Never Say Never

About

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