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Everyone has a story. I help you tell yours.
I’m a New York Times–bestselling author who helps writers shape true stories into books—through Everything Memoir, collaborative writing, and Shake Ridge Press.
Some stories are underestimated.
I believe those are often the stories we need most.
For almost twenty years I’ve watched memoir cross languages, connect strangers, and change lives. True stories, well told, still matter—especially the ones the industry underestimates. That conviction became Shake Ridge Press.
Three ways into your story.
Whether you want to write it, publish it, or simply read a story well told — there’s a door here for you.
Everything Memoir
A personal one-year program that takes you from blank page to a complete rough draft—with teaching, deadlines, private coaching, and a small group beside you.
Shake Ridge Press
Susy’s home for publishing beautifully crafted memoir in its many forms. See the books, the mission, and future submission guidance.
Books & Speaking
Books, films, and talks on courage, craft, and the stories worth telling. Bring Susy to your stage or shelf.
My One-Year Memoir
A private coaching group for anyone ready to stop postponing the story only they can tell. The 2027 cohort is limited to 15 writers so every participant receives personal attention.
- Monthly live workshops that teach memoir step by step
- One-on-one coaching calls with Susy, every month
- Clear assignments and deadlines that keep you moving
- A private community of writers walking the same road
- A finished rough draft in twelve months — for real
Stories worth telling.
Selected books & films
Holy Disruptor
Amy Duggar King, with Susan Flory, tells the unfiltered story of breaking free from manipulation, reclaiming an authentic voice, and disrupting toxic cycles with truth.
Thunder Dog
A blind man, his guide dog, and the triumph of trust at Ground Zero.
The Unbreakable Boy
A father, a son with a rare brittle-bone disease, and a joy that breaks nothing.
Sanctuary
An Irish village, a man who lost his way, and the rescue donkeys that led him home.
The Sky Below
Astronaut Scott Parazynski — the only person to fly in space and summit Everest.
My mom was an Irish storyteller.
“Books are my first language. I live and breathe words and stories.”
I grew up listening to her stories about the Ozarks — sometimes a wee bit embellished — holding my breath, waiting for the mountaintop moment. It always came. I inherited the storytelling gene, but with ink and paper.
Everyone has a story. I’m looking forward to hearing yours.
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