Rod Jones Artist-Writer

Cinnamon Apples at The Witches House. This Sunday's Matinee is a short story about a boy who grew up in Crestline, California, and yes, there was a witches house on an old dirt road, and most of the community knew about it. The boy especially knew about it because of a very unique and interesting encounter. The story is 98% absolutely true. It will be very difficult for the reader to find out what part was actually fiction because there was a real witch's house and everyone, well at least most everyone in the town of Crestline knew about it. .  There’s lots of interesting fiction stories to discover at Thought Row Vignettes  thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . . #thoughtrowvignettes #destress #shortstory #sundayreads #Sundaymatinee

Cinnamon Apples at The Witches House. Part 1 This Sunday's Matinee is a short story about a boy who grew up in Crestline, California, and yes, there was a witches house on an old dirt road, and most of the community knew about it at the time. The boy especially knew about it because of a very unsettling and scary encounter. The story is 98% absolutely true. It will be very difficult for the reader to find out what part was actually fiction because there was a real witch's house and everyone, well at least most everyone in the town of Crestline knew about it. .  There’s lots of interesting fiction stories to discover at Thought Row Vignettes  zmft5o.short.gy/applesatthew… . . . #thoughtrowvignettes #crestline #shortstory #mysterious #Sundaymatinee

This Sunday’s Thought Row Vignettes Matinee Features:  Words Live or Perish Between Two Covers A short story with a bit of a Halloween twist. thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . People that follow my Sunday Matinee short stories typically take some time from their day to unwind and just read. Maybe they sip on a favorite beverage and just take a break, get lost for a little while, and simply chill and read. . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #thesecretgarden #shortstory #sundayreads #Sundaymatinee

This Sunday’s Matinee Features   Words Live or Perish Between Two Covers A short story with a bit of a Halloween twist. thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #thesecretgarden #shortstory #sundayreads #Sundaymatinee

Part 5 of Middle C  Part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, and now part 5  available to read at thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . This short story has developed a life of its own. The characters are refusing to let go. In order to finish out the saga between Nicolas and Elise, I’m going to turn it into a short read book. Probably available on Amazon KDP, or for sure a digital download. Either way, if you want to find out how it all turns out, you’ll have a couple of options. I have other short stories that I want to introduce to Thought Row Vignettes in the coming weeks. . After you read Middle C, where do you think this romance is headed?  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #Sundaymatinee

Part 5 of Middle C  Yes, it wasn’t ready for this Sunday’s post. Hope to have it up by mid week. There was such a powerful plot twist in part 4, part five has to catch up with the characters.  . Part 1, part 2, part 3, and part 4, available to read at thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . After you read Middle C, where do you think this romance is headed?  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #Sundaymatinee

Yes, it’s Sunday Matinee time at thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . My Sunday matinee will feature part 4 of Middle C  Parts 1,2, and 3 are already there for you to read. Part four is going to reveal, well… something you could’ve never expected.  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction #Pasadena

This coming Sunday at thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . My Sunday matinee will feature part 4 of Middle C  Parts 1,2, and 3 are already there for you to read. Part four is going to reveal the true character of the man and woman who thought they fell in love with each other. It started outside a club on Sunset Boulevard and may totally end up at a mansion in Pasadena, California. In part four, you may discover what Middle C actually means. . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction #Pasadena

If you’re looking for a relaxing read on a Sunday afternoon, part 3 of my short story Middle C is now available at:  thoughtrowvignettes.com/  In case you missed part 1 and part 2  they’re also there. Will there be a part 4? Why don’t you let me know. #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction

From outside a club on Sunset Boulevard all the way to a mansion on South Orange Grove Boulevard in Pasadena. Parts one, two, and three tell the story of a relationship between two people that met accidentally and fell in love. Will there be a part four? Yes, I’m pretty sure there will be.  Part one, part two, and now part three will be available Sunday at:  thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . After you read part one, part two, and part three where do you think this romance is headed?  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction

Thought Row Vignettes Sunday Matinee. It’s the opportunity to read a short fiction story. You  can simply relax and let go of the cares of the world. . This week's short story, entitled Middle C is not about music, it’s about mistrust between two people that meet by chance.  Changing each other’s life dramatically when love happens.  . It makes a good Sunday afternoon read. You may want to sit down in your favorite chair or on the couch, have your favorite beverage, maybe a cup of coffee or tea.  Part one and part two at:  thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . After you read part one and part two, where do you think this romance is headed?  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction

From time to time, there may be a Sunday without a Thought Row Vignettes Sunday Matinee post. Why? Life happens. But more often than not it’s simply because the short fiction story needed more time to percolate through my brain and onto the page. . Part two of the short story Middle C, will appear on my newsletter, Sunday the 25th. thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . The short story starts out when a guy bumps into a car and tries to leave a note. The owner of the car, a woman who is coming out of a club on Sunset Boulevard, lets him have it verbally. She’s thinking that he is trying to, well you have to read part one and part two to find out. You’ll also find out why this short story is called middle C. It has nothing to do with music or piano playing, but there is a metaphor. . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. . Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction

Thought Row Vignettes Sunday Matinee. It’s a time to read a short fiction story. It’s a time to relax and let go of the cares of the world. . This week's short story, entitled Middle C is not about music, but it is about two people that meet by chance. It makes a good Sunday afternoon read. You may want to sit down in your favorite chair or on the couch, have your favorite beverage, maybe a cup of coffee or tea.  . I would love to hear your comments. Where do you think this potential romance is headed? Especially when you consider the unusual circumstance in which they met. And what’s going to happen now that they’re having a late night breakfast at a famous cafe in Pasadena, CA.  . The short stories and essays published in Thought Row Vignettes are written entirely by me, Rod Jones Artist and Writer, using only a human hand and imagination. AI does not write, revise, or generate the fiction, essays, dialogue, plots, or endings. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. Some accompanying visuals may be original photography, properly licensed stock images, or AI-generated illustrations created from my own visual direction. These images are visual companions to the writing, not substitutes for it. . In a web where automated systems generate so much of the traffic and language, Thought Row Vignettes remains a small space for human-made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . #thoughtrowvignettes #shortstory #sundayreads #sunsetblvd #serialfiction #shortfiction

A drink. An old movie. A haunted Victorian. And a visitor who comes through the wall. Make The Other Tenant, Parts One and Two, part of your Sunday matinee ritual. It’s a short sci-fi escape into the strange, the mysterious, and the unexpected. . Settle in, relax, and read something that may leave you looking at the walls around you a little differently. . Click to read  thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . The short stories and essays that appear on the Thought Row Vignettes newsletter are written entirely by me, Rod Jones, Artist‑Writer, with human hand and imagination, no AI assistance. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. In a web where automated systems now generate much of the traffic, this is a small space for human‑made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #ThoughtRowVignettes #TheOtherTenant #ShortFiction #ScienceFiction #SundayReading

I remember Sundays as having its own pace. I remember it being a little quieter.  Especially now, Sunday seems like a good day to slow down for a few minutes. Maybe pour a cup of coffee or tea, settle into a comfortable chair, and come by for the Sunday Matinee at Thought Row Vignettes. Discover a short piece of fiction, or perhaps a small moment worth thinking about. No hurry. Just something to read, linger over, and enjoy. The latest is at ThoughtRowVignettes.com #ThoughtRowVignettes #SundayMatinee #ShortFiction #SundayReading #ReadingLife #LiteraryFiction #ShortStories #Storytelling

This Thought Row Vignettes Sunday Matinee, features part two of The Other Tenant. You will also be able to read part one in case you missed last Sunday’s story beginning. . My Sunday Matinée is a weekly, short human-written story for people tired of being fed noise. Read it in one sitting. Carry it with you afterward. thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . A good part of this story is actually true. I will share more about that at the end of part two.  . It really happened in San Diego. I would love to hear your thoughts, and I will answer any questions you may have. . . #scifi #Sundayreading #StoriesForYourMind #ReadingIsGoodForYou #SanDiego #California

Thank you for spending part of your Sunday with The Other Tenant. I hope it gave you a quiet reading break from the usual noise. . If you missed my Thought Row Vignettes Sunday Matinee, you can still step inside at ThoughtRowVignettes.com  . While you’re there, you may discover other short entertaining fiction stories. They’re designed to give you a break on a Sunday afternoon from the usual routine. . . #scifi #Sundayreading #StoriesForYourMind #ReadingIsGoodForYou #SanDiego #California

Thought Row Vignettes Sunday Matinee. It’s a time to read a short fiction story. It’s a time to relax and let go of the cares of the world. . This week's short story, entitled The Other Tenant is a short sci-fi story. The main character’s name is Roy, he’s sitting peacefully nurturing and Early Times Whiskey with some 7-Up. Watching an old Wallace Beery movie on his TV, then something happens that will change his life forever. . “Who the hell are You! Get out! Leave me alone!” . You can relax and read Part one, now available  exclusively at thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . The short stories and essays that appear on the Thought Row Vignettes newsletter are written entirely by me, Rod Jones, Artist‑Writer, with human hand and imagination, no AI assistance. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. In a web where automated systems now generate much of the traffic, this is a small space for human‑made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . . #sci-fi #Sundayreading #StoriesForYourMind #ReadingIsGoodForYou #SanDiego #California

Contrariness:  On a beautiful Sunday morning, you may be getting ready to go to church. Maybe you went for a long spiritual meditative walk. After church, you may be heading over to Denny’s for breakfast. Or like some, you get out of bed, throw on some clothes, head to your favorite coffee shop, maybe Starbucks. . I’m hoping that you don’t start out your Sunday morning by endlessly scrolling. Leave that for the weekdays when you decide to use doom scrolling for the dopamine rush, you may think it will help you avoid the cares of the world. . I used to post my weekly short fiction stories on Wednesday or Thursday. I often found that it wasn’t that good posting during the week. I also discovered that most people have a problem, reading a short story thinking that they are not being productive. But the truth is reading a short fiction story can be one of the best things you can do to relieve anxiety and stress. . I’m now releasing my short stories on Sundays. Although AI has told me that is probably a slow unproductive day as opposed to Wednesdays. Well, I don’t care. I’m hoping that people will take the time, maybe Sunday afternoon or evening after they have their dinner to simply just be entertained by reading a short fiction story whether it is mine or someone else’s, please give it a try. I can almost guarantee that you will be more relaxed and have a different outlook. It may even trigger a meditative moment. . The short stories and essays that appear on the Thought Row Vignettes newsletter are written entirely by me, Rod Jones, Artist‑Writer, with human hand and imagination, no AI assistance. Any imperfections in grammar or punctuation are authentically mine. In a web where automated systems now generate much of the traffic, this is a small space for human‑made fiction and reflection, one human sharing stories with another. . So my short fiction stories will now appear on Sunday’s on my newsletter thoughtrowvignettes.com/  . . #shortfictionstories #weekend #church #doomscrolling #reading #breakfast