Freely Written: Short Stories From a Simple Prompt

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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! 

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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.

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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! 

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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.

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The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
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In today's story, Back to School, Lilah makes her sister's school lunch. 

Today's prompt was inspired by the return of September and another new school year.  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.

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The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
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In today's story, Yeah, No, Sawyer starts his first day working with the duplicator. 

Today's prompt was inspired by a phrase I've been noticing in many conversations. If you have a suggestion for a writing prompt, please let us know! 

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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.

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The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
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In today's story, It Takes a Village, Matthew and Sara take their first vacation together

Today's prompt was inspired by something my teacher said in a recent yoga class. If you have a suggestion for a writing prompt, please let us know! 

And if you want to check out the studio where I practice and teach, visit Sthira Sukham Yoga at ComfortableSteadyYoga.com

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
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In today's story, Street Parking, an idea looks for a place to land

Today's prompt was inspired by a chat about the available street parking in front of my house. 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
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In today's story, The Chosen One, Ted and Mary do a little shopping

Today's prompt was inspired by Buffy the Vampire Slayer. 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
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In today's story, Reflecting Pool, Daryl throws a pool party

Today's prompt was inspired by the fiasco that's unfolding at the Reflecting Pool in DC. 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.

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The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
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In today's story, Touch Grass, Beth struggles to balance work and motherhood

Today's prompt was inspired by a brief moment in an old Bewitched episode. 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.

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The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1
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In today's story, Petrichor, Ed introduces his new dog to his old friend

Today's prompt was inspired by the ongoing rain in Northern Virginia. 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

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