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About russtowne

I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.

Desperate Journeys

Posted on May 31, 2018 by russtowne

I wanted to give to you the first glimpse of the front and back covers of my latest book, Desperate Journeys. It’s my first book exclusively featuring suspenseful, action-packed crime stories. I plan to release it in softcover format next week. … Continue reading →

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A Free Sci-Fi Espionage Thriller Story

Posted on May 30, 2018 by russtowne

The Graduate My friend T.M. Blayte just released a FREE Young Adult or Teen sci-fi fantasy espionage thriller short story that I believe many adult readers will also enjoy. It’s titled “The Graduate. “I recommend you check it out. I recently read a … Continue reading →

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What a Great Idea!

Posted on May 29, 2018 by russtowne

Grandma’s cooking “Just like grandma used to make.” Instead of hiring chefs, a restauranteur hires real grandmas from around the world, and has them cook authentic regional dishes in his kitchen. Brilliant! Sources: Gothamist, Now I Know That’s Half the … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 27, 2018 by russtowne

Our grandson Thomas aka The Flash participated with his mother Erika in a 5K race today that included elements of the Festival of Color. Runners became moving rainbows as they were softly pelted with various powdered colors (with prior permission … Continue reading →

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Twenty People Relay a Dog 3,000km Home

Posted on May 26, 2018 by russtowne

20 People and a Coonhound A group of twenty volunteers relayed a coonhound 3,000km back to his home. It’s quite a story. Sources:  Leo @ Not All News is Bad, and nine.com.au. With Love, Russ

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Heroes

Posted on May 26, 2018 by russtowne

Over the years, many of my heroes have fallen from the pedestals on which I put them.  But some have withstood the test of time. The image above is of one of my childhood heroes. I knew him then as … Continue reading →

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“Do You Remember?”

Posted on May 24, 2018 by russtowne

A joke courtesy of www.mikeysFunnies.com: An older couple was lying in bed one night. The husband was almost asleep when his wife started reflecting on all the love they had shared. The old gentleman is about asleep when she nudges him … Continue reading →

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My Interview With Dr. Bunny Vreeland

Posted on May 22, 2018 by russtowne

I recently had the honor and pleasure of being interviewed by Dr. Bunny Vreeland on Mercury Broadcasting’s podcast. The link to the interview is below. http://mercurybroadcasting.net/ask-dr-bunny-writing-childrens-books-russ-towne-guest/ With Love, Russ  

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Fighting Alien Tree Monsters

Posted on May 20, 2018 by russtowne

I love the imaginations of youngsters. Earlier today during a visit by two of our grandkids and their parents our oldest grandson Thomas was in the backyard playing in our tiny redwood grove and yelled, “I’m fighting some alien tree … Continue reading →

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Nature’s Show-Offs

Posted on May 19, 2018 by russtowne

I love flowers. Their beauty delights and astounds me. It seems that almost every week at our home new flowers take their turn in the spotlight. The top two images are of the plant whose blossoms are on center stage … Continue reading →

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