Author Archives: russtowne

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.

A Good Man is Gone

Posted on June 28, 2021 by russtowne

Robert H. Fukuda passed away on June 25, 2021. Bob was my wife Heidi’s father. He was a man of few words, so few, in fact, that during the more than forty years that I knew him—and even though we … Continue reading →

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Time for a Change

Posted on July 9, 2019 by russtowne

Thank you for all the support, and entertaining, humorous, heartfelt, and enlightening posts many of you have provided to me for many years. After much much soul-searching, I’ve decided to substantially reduce and perhaps eliminate future posts on this and … Continue reading →

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But, Honey …

Posted on June 24, 2019 by russtowne

An older couple is having dinner in a restaurant. The wife sees another couple about their age sitting in a booth nearby. She sees the husband sitting close to his wife, with his arm around her. He is whispering things … Continue reading →

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A Bad Influence?

Posted on June 22, 2019 by russtowne

I’m wearing my Father’s Day gift from Brian, Kristi, Zachary, Alex, and Raiden. It says, “They call me Papa because Partner in Crime makes me sound like a Bad Influence!” It’s perfect. I love it! The photo is with my … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Love, Uncategorized | Tagged Family, Grandkids, Love | 17 Comments

My First Western Romance Free!

Posted on June 20, 2019 by russtowne

My first western romance book, “Longshots of the Heart,” is now available as an audiobook! I’ll give a free copy of it to the first 20 people who tell me they want one and send their email address to me … Continue reading →

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“Treasures of the Heart” Available Now!

Posted on June 19, 2019 by russtowne

“Treasures of the Heart” my second romance novel set in the old west, is now also available in ebook and softcover formats! An audiobook is being produced and should be released in six to eight weeks. With love, Russ https://www.amazon.com/dp/107455938X/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Russ+Towne+Treasures&qid=1560964451&s=gateway&sr=8-2 … Continue reading →

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Treasures of the Heart

Posted on June 13, 2019 by russtowne

My second western romance book, Treasures of the Heart will soon be available in ebook, softcover, and audiobook formats. Here are a brief description and sample: Treasures of the Heart A quiet quirky loner rides into Bent Fork on a horse … Continue reading →

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Dedicated to those in the Darkness

Posted on May 28, 2019 by russtowne

To those who are in dark, cold, and fear-filled places, I offer and dedicate this poem: Broken Promise An unopened bud A leaf left unfurled A loss of great beauty To a beckoning world Withered by fear From memories and … Continue reading →

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My Gift to You

Posted on May 27, 2019 by russtowne

I’m giving away a free copy of any one of my audiobooks to thank you for supporting my creative efforts. This offer is limited to those living in the US or UK and to the first 50 people who request … Continue reading →

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Truth Finds a Way

Posted on May 27, 2019 by russtowne

Truth always seems to find ways to reach the light. I think that’s another great reason to try to live life in such a way that one never needs to fear the truth. With love, Russ Photo Credit: Peter Oslanec via … Continue reading →