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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.

…Writing is showbusiness for shy people…Lee Child QUOTES FOR WRITERS (and people who like quotes)

Posted on January 17, 2017 by russtowne

Originally posted on BRIDGET WHELAN writer:
I always wanted to be in the world of entertainment. I just love the idea of an audience being happy with what I am doing. Writing is showbusiness for shy people. That’s how I…

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Take the gloves off

Posted on January 16, 2017 by russtowne

Wisdom. With Love, Russ Live & Learn We waste so much energy trying to cover up who we are when beneath every attitude is the want to be loved, and beneath every anger is a wound to be healed and … Continue reading →

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As Much of Me as I Have the Courage to Share

Posted on January 15, 2017 by russtowne

It’s critically important to me to share my truth in everything I write, perhaps my fiction most of all. I owe readers as much of me as I have the courage to express in my books: Love, pain, shame, grief, joy, … Continue reading →

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The Endless Show

Posted on January 15, 2017 by russtowne

Nature makes me feel incredibly blessed and grateful. It’s far better than what could be produced if every creative and inventive person on the planet working together could bring to life an endless show of beautiful and amazing sights, feelings, smells, tastes and … Continue reading →

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Book Quote Corner #40

Posted on January 15, 2017 by russtowne

I love this quote. The vending machine would also not provide us with the growth we need or the great adventure that life can be. With Love, Russ

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Today’s Quote

Posted on January 12, 2017 by russtowne

For the wet-getters everywhere. With Love, Russ

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Sir Alex Sleighs a Dragon

Posted on January 9, 2017 by russtowne

My likely next book project is tentatively titled, Sir Alex Sleighs a Dragon (It will include a sleigh in the cover illustration so readers will know I’ve not accidentally misspelled “Slay.”) This story features a young boy who faces his fears as … Continue reading →

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What If When A Storm Comes In…

Posted on January 9, 2017 by russtowne

Originally posted on talktodiana:
I promise you, these storms are only trying to wash you clean.  – Jessica Katoff Wow – this quote really lifted my spirit when I read it the other day! The idea that suffering does not have to…

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Shy Beauty

Posted on January 8, 2017 by russtowne

I tend to like and collect things that are built to last such as those made of metal and wood, but I also love to experience beautiful, delicate, ephemeral things such as flowers and snowflakes. My eye was drawn to this shy beauty. She … Continue reading →

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Meet Dreami Dragon

Posted on January 8, 2017 by russtowne

This is a scene from my latest children’s book project titled Flora Belle and Dreami Dragon. It depicts Flora Belle’s startled reaction when meeting Dreami for the first time. I plan to complete the book at about the time our first … Continue reading →

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