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.
Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt
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Road Trip
In today's story, Road Trip, Captain Mae Pauly agrees to a new journeyToday's prompt was inspired by the warm weather and an urge to hit the open road. If you have a suggestion for a writing prompt, please let us know!&n...
Sixth Sense
In today's story, Sixth Sense, coworkers at a university library have a late-night chat about ESPToday's prompt was inspired by a recent newsletter topic. If you'd like to sign up for the Grounded in Reality newsletter, ...
Tit for Tat
In today's story, Tit for Tat, a teacher tries to impart an important lesson before school lets out for Spring Break Today's prompt was chosen from a list of common expressions. If you have a suggestion for a writin...
