The Insistence of Memory
“The Insistence of Memory by Susan Quilty is a brilliant look at the nature of memories, how they shape our lives, and how they are shaped by our lives.” – STARRED Review by Erica Ball for Independent Book Review (Full review here)
“A solid speculative fiction story with enough mystery elements to keep readers guessing.” – Kirkus Reviews (Full review here)
“The Insistence of Memory by Susan Quilty is intriguing and fascinating, with a perfect balance between science fiction and mystery.” – Emma Megan for Readers’ Favorite (Full review here)
To the Left of Death
“To the Left of Death by Susan Quilty is a caring story about how we must not mistake re-creating the past for creating a present.” – Samantha Hui for Independent Book Review (Full review here)
“In this first-person novel, Susan Quilty explores heavy themes such as creativity’s healing powers from trauma, the cruel reality of mortality, and the human capacity for adapting to unimaginable circumstances. Due to the evocative prose and masterful use of the first-person point of view, the story is an emotional voyage into the human mind.” – Keyla Damaer for Readers’ Favorite (Full review here)
The Psychic Traveler Society
(Healers & Thieves, Family & Foes, Elders & Aliens)
“While the world-building and the author’s unusual approach toward travel between the worlds are unique, the themes of social injustice, compassion, and duty remind us of a timeless classic.” – Nino Lobiladze for Readers’ Favorite (Full review here)
“Quilty is a commander of words, and she crafts rich, descriptive sentences that are impeccably crisp, clear and succinct. I am in awe at the seemingly ease in which she writes, and I enjoyed this aspect of the book every bit as much as the story itself.” – Shan L. Spyker, author of The Way of the River: Kellandale Wood
Welcome!
I’m Susan Quilty, and I’m an indie author. I enjoy writing character-driven novels that often have a science fiction or fantasy twist. Such as a machine that records memories or an imaginary house that can transport certain people to entirely different places. My podcast, Freely Written, features 10-minute stories free-written from a prompt with no planning and very little editing. You are welcome to suggest writing prompts, and you never know where those stories will go!
Overall, I write the way I read, not limiting myself to one genre. However, my books tend to have some themes in common. I love to explore the inner workings of our minds. How do our thoughts, memories, and dreams shape our reality? Strong friendships also fascinate me. How do our connections (or lack of) affect our lives?
I’ve spent years crafting my novels, and I hope you will enjoy stepping into my characters’ complex worlds. As an indie author, I greatly appreciate every review and love to connect with readers. Please feel free to follow my socials (mainly Instagram and Facebook) and keep an eye out for upcoming book signings.
Blog and Newsletter
My blog includes a little bit of everything: updates, behind-the-books info, and reflections on my life. Beyond writing, I am also a yoga teacher, which brings another layer to my musings.
Yoga and writing come together in my newsletter: Grounded in Reality with Susan Quilty. Sent twice a month, each newsletter features ideas on how to stay grounded in a chaotic world, a simple yoga break, and updates on my current projects and events.
Support an Author
Reaching new readers is an ongoing challenge. You can support me in many ways, including reviewing my books, telling your friends about my work, and following me on social media.
This site is always evolving. Keep checking back for new content, like my book trivia page. Thank you for exploring–and supporting–my fictional worlds!
