New Story

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Inspiration! Where Did This Story Come From?

J.R. Roth / August 13, 2026

In the morning, before I sit down to write, I’ll read some poetry or maybe a short story or two. […]

J.R. Roth / August 6, 2026

In case you couldn’t tell, I love writing and reading 101-word stories. More than just an exercise in concise storytelling,

J.R. Roth / July 22, 2026

I recently joined a local writers’ guild. As part of the introduction process, I was asked to write a short

J.R. Roth / April 27, 2026

Today, my new story “Last Dance with Mr. Brownstone” is live in The Raven Review (Vol. VII, Issue II). While writing this,

J.R. Roth / December 28, 2025

If you know me, or if you know anyone who knows me, then you probably are aware that I like

J.R. Roth / December 2, 2025

When is a door not a door? When it is ajar. When is a story about a shipwreck not about

J.R. Roth / October 31, 2025

For all of you who love this spooky time of year, I present my short story “My Death in Baltimore.”

J.R. Roth / October 1, 2025

In this horror story, I tried to create an emotional whiplash that would stun the reader.

J.R. Roth / September 30, 2025

The Raven Review published my short story “I Used to Love Spring.” You can view the full issue here: Volume