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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.

Today’s Quote

This has been true for me. Sometimes it has taken loved ones to repeatedly and patiently point out the newly opened doors for me. The opportunities were so obvious to others but I couldn’t see them despite the warm, inviting … Continue reading

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Way to Go, Wilbur!

I’ve added Wilbur’s name to the new version of the book about him that will have even more illustrations than the original. The new cover for Wilbur the Duck Who Flew Upside Down (aka “Wilbur”) also features the expressions on the … Continue reading

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The Link

Friend and fellow author Seumas Gallagher suggested I include a link to the nomination site. D’oh! Thank you, Seumas! It is: Goodreads Picturebooks Nomination Write-ins Thank you in advance for your nominations and book reviews! With Love, Russ     … Continue reading

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A Delightful Surprise

This recent comment made my day: “Russ, I went on goodreads today as they are voting for best books of 2017 and I nominated and voted for Flora Belle and Dreami Dragon. You may want to post to ask your … Continue reading

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Today’s Quote

Thank you to the many kind, generous, loving, and supportive people who have helped me to grow from where I was to where I am. You are indeed the wind beneath my wings. With you, how could I not learn … Continue reading

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goals.

Originally posted on I didn't have my glasses on….:
the kinders naturally understand the power of a hard helmet and a soft puppy when getting through a day. — “at the end of the day, the goals are simple:…

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A Basket Full of Fun

Our grandsons Zachary, Alexander, and Raiden are playing pirate. Be careful or they might steal your heart, as they’ve stolen mine. With Love, Russ

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A Clear Advantage

Transparent Solar Panels What a great idea! I can see how this approach would have a clear advantage over non-transparant solar arrays. Every window in a car and on a house could be an energy generator and even retrofitted without … Continue reading

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Today’s Quote

This young girl’s spirit shined so brightly that she is still lighting the way for the world seventy-two years after her life was taken from her. With love, Russ

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Last Dance

A few autumns ago I was reminded of two lovers dancing when experiencing two dazzling falling leaves gracefully swirling around each other in a soft breeze as they reluctantly but inexorably completed their journey to the soil from whence they came: … Continue reading

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