Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt
Susan QuiltyShort 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.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 149 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy FictionDramaFiction | |||
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In today's story, Two-Day Shipping, Mary is frustrated with the botched plans of her billionaire boss
Today's prompt came up while I was online shopping before writing. It didn't spark an immediate idea, but I managed to write my wa... more
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In today's story, Cut and Paste, friends spend their day off together
Today's prompt is in honor of the very useful cut-and-paste function, something I use quite often. Though the story wanders into weirder territory. If you have a ... more
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In today's story, Bite the Dust, fairy life is shaped by prophecy
Today's prompt is an idiom that means to die or come to an end. It takes on a very different meaning in this story of life in the fairy world.
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In today's story, Spotted Lanternfly, the night foragers are in search of a light source
Today's prompt was inspired by the invasive species that are gaining ground in Virginia and many US states. They're quite pretty insects, if onl... more
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In today's story, Under the Weather, the neighbors are watching
Today's prompt was chosen at random from a list of idioms. Note: the occasional background sounds are thunder from the rainstorm that was raging during recording. It was... more
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In today's story, Go Go Boots, Daria is up for a promotion
Today's prompt was inspired by '60s fashion and the Summer of Self-Love theme at the yoga studio where I teach, Sthira Sukham Yoga.
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In today's story, Five More Minutes, Maisy has a special app that comes with a cost
Today's prompt was inspired by my busy schedule and a frequent wish for just five more minutes... Though not at the cost Maisy is willing to pay.
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In today's story,Vintage Vinyl, a casual party takes a strange turn
Today's prompt was inspired by a recent album purchase, a vintage copy of Louis Armstrong Meets Oscar Peterson.
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- Take a brain break for adventure
Providing a delightful break in the day, Susan’s Freely Written short stories set a scene, spark intrigue, and stimulate emotion in under 12 minutes.
Take a listen to go on a short adventure from wherever you are.
Apple Podcasts5GretchenSchutte
United States5 months ago - Love this Podcast!
I love these short stories from Susan Quilty. It's fun to see how she comes up with stories from "a simple prompt." Writers will enjoy this podcast. Like myself, some may be inspired to try writing from Susan's prompt themselves.
Apple Podcasts5KimtishaUnited States3 years ago - Take a break for a delight adventure
Providing a delightful break in the day, Susan’s Freely Written short stories set a scene, spark intrigue, and stimulate emotion in under 10 minutes.
Take a listen to go on a short adventure from wherever you are.
Apple Podcasts5GretchenSchutteUnited States5 years ago
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