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Send us Fan Mail 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!  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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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!  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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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. Website:  SusanQuilty.com The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1 Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop Instagram: Susan.Quilty Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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!  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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop Instagram: Susan.Quilty Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop Instagram: Susan.Quilty Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop Instagram: Susan.Quilty Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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. Website:  SusanQuilty.com The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1 Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop Instagram: Susan.Quilty Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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. Website:  SusanQuilty.com The Freely Written Book: Freely Written Vol. 1 Freely Written merch: Bitter Lily Books Shop Instagram: Susan.Quilty Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In today's story, Paperweight, Jane tries to pick up a piece of paper Today's prompt was inspired by a paperweight we made during a recent trip to Newport, RI. 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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In today's story, Road Trip, Captain Mae Pauly agrees to a new journey Today'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!  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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In today's story, Sixth Sense, coworkers at a university library have a late-night chat about ESP Today's prompt was inspired by a recent newsletter topic. If you'd like to sign up for the Grounded in Reality newsletter, find it here: Grounded in Reality with Susan Quilty 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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 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 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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In today's story, Watch Out, the king's men are sent out to explore strange sounds in the forest Today's prompt was inspired by a recent tornado watch, not to be confused with a tornado warning... which can be really confusing.  Note: If you're looking for ways to speak out about our current situation (in the U.S.), you can check out 50501, Indivisible, and Common Cause. You can also visit 5calls.org to stay up to date on issues and easily contact your representatives. 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 Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer Support the show