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*The following chapters contain intense and gritty moments; listener discretion is advised.*In this episode of Written Works For You, By You, we begin a new serialized anthology. A single stretch of highway. Ordinary people. Small moments that don’t seem important—until they are. This chapter unfolds slowly, allowing the listener to settle into the scene before understanding what’s happening, or why. Written Works For You, By You is a space for poems, short fiction, excerpts, and serialized stories to be shared exactly as they were written and experienced aloud. If you’re a writer and would like your work read on a future episode, you’re invited to reach out. Sharing the podcast, leaving a five-star review, or simply listening all the way through helps this project grow—and helps more voices be heard. Instagram: @writtenworksforyoubyyou Reddit: WWFYBY Email: [email protected]

*The following chapters contain intense and gritty moments; listener discretion is advised.* A brief update and teaser for what’s coming next on Written Works For You, By You. The upcoming chapters unfold slowly and immersively, revealing moments that may not be what they seem at first. This podcast is a space for stories, poetry, and creative writing — real, imagined, or somewhere in between — shared with care and attention to voice. Instagram: @writtenworksforyoubyyou Reddit: WWFYBY Email: [email protected]

This episode of Written Works For You, By You brings together three distinct voices. An excerpt from a short story, a fantastical submission shaped by wit and long memory, and a brief, unguarded reflection that lingers more like a thought than a narrative. Each piece is read aloud exactly as it was written, allowing different tones and perspectives to sit side by side—sometimes in harmony, sometimes in contrast. Settle in, and listen closely. John

In this episode of Written Works For You, By You, we share four creative works from the HitRecord community: Two English poems filled with whimsy and light One poem in Spanish, read in its original language to preserve rhythm and emotion A short story, brief but full of imagination and heart Every piece is shared exactly as it was written, giving voices a space to be heard. Whether you’re listening for poetry, prose, or stories yet to be discovered, this episode has something for everyone. If you enjoy the show, leaving a five-star review helps it grow, and anyone who does will receive a personal shoutout in a future episode.

Today's episode features Nana, a paranormal short story told through the lens of a fictional podcast. You’ll first hear a brief prologue from our fictional host — a self-described skeptic who still leaves room for belief — before the story unfolds. Nana is a quiet, unsettling tale about memory, belief, and the strange moments that linger just beyond explanation. This episode is part of Written Works For You, By You, a podcast dedicated to sharing creative writing exactly as it was written — stories that deserve to be heard, whether real or imagined.

This episode features a prologue submitted by a writer who chose to remain anonymous. It’s read as it was shared, and given the space to exist on its own. Written Works For You, By You is a podcast dedicated to creative writing — short stories, poems, and pieces that deserve to be heard, whether they’re polished, in progress, or simply waiting for a voice. If you’re a writer and would like your work read aloud, you can find me on Instagram or reach out by email.

In this episode of Written Works For You, By You, I share a small collection of poems provided by the HitRecord community. These short but thoughtful pieces explore emotion, imagination, and quiet moments. Each poem is read aloud with care, letting the words breathe and the ideas linger. Whether you’re a lover of poetry or just curious, take a few minutes to sit with these lines and enjoy their rhythm and voice.

I’m kicking off WWFYBY with a story of my own — longer than usual, but exactly the kind of storytelling I want this space to celebrate. Fiction, life-inspired, or something in between, this podcast exists so creative writing can be heard. If you have a story to share, reach out via Written Works For You, By You or email me. Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Written Works For You, By You is a podcast dedicated to reading creative writing aloud — just as it was written. Each episode features poems, short stories, excerpts, and serialized fiction from writers of all backgrounds. Some pieces are quiet, some unsettling, some whimsical, some unresolved. Not everything explains itself right away — and that’s part of the experience. This is not a critique show.This is a listening space. Whether a piece is polished or still finding its shape, it is shared with care and respect. Writers are not asked to justify their work, and listeners are invited to simply sit with it. Submissions are welcome. If you’d like to hear your work read aloud, you can reach out via Instagram, Reddit, or email. Contact details are always listed in the episode notes. If you enjoy the show, leaving a five-star review helps more writers find this space. Listeners who do may receive a shoutout in a future episode. Stories deserve to be heard.This is Written Works For You, By You.