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.

Reporting for Duty

Posted on September 9, 2016 by russtowne

The day after 9/11, a man appeared at a New York City firehouse offering to help. He was a former employee — he had worked at the firehouse from 1980 to 1984 before changing careers. Despite his nearly two decades … Continue reading →

Posted in Choices, Commitment, Compassion, Courage, Uncategorized | Tagged 9/11, commitment, courage, duty, firefighters | 1 Comment

Power Inside

Posted on September 9, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kevin Barrett's Blog:
We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all of the power we need inside ourselves already. ― J.K. Rowling . On This Day In: 2015 Sometimes I Feel Small…

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The Illustrations Selected by the Curator

Posted on September 8, 2016 by russtowne

These are the four illustrations from my children’s books the Danville Art Gallery’s curator selected for its upcoming exhibit October 28, 2016 through December 17, 2016. I conceived the characters and Josh McGill illustrated them. Wish love, Russ

Posted in Art Exhibits, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Children's Storybook Art Exhibits, Uncategorized | Tagged art, childrens', exhibits, illustrations, storybooks | 15 Comments

We want to be called to our best selves. We long to figure out what that would look like.

Posted on September 8, 2016 by russtowne

“…cynicism is easy. It’s never proven wrong by the corruption or the catastrophe. It’s not generative. It judges things as they are, but does not lift a finger to try to shift them.” Here’s to everyone who chooses to make … Continue reading →

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A New Adventure

Posted on September 6, 2016 by russtowne

Thanks to a gracious invitation from Annette Rochelle Aben I’m scheduled to do a LIVE internet radio interview with her on Friday 1:30-2pm EDT this Friday, September 9th. The program is called Tell Me a Story and she hosts it for The … Continue reading →

Posted in Interviews, Uncategorized | Tagged Annette Rochelle Aben, internet, Interview, radio | 11 Comments

Available in Hardcover

Posted on September 5, 2016 by russtowne

My latest release is now available in hardcover! Reflections from the Heart of a Grateful Man With Love, Russ

Posted in New Releases, Uncategorized | Tagged books, new release, non-fiction, reflections, Reflections from the Heart of a Grateful Man | 9 Comments

It’s (Going to Be) a GIRL!

Posted on September 2, 2016 by russtowne

My Beloved and I just learned that our oldest son Ben and his wife Erika are expecting a GIRL! After four much-loved grandsons we were hoping for a girl and our wish is coming true! Thank you, Ben and Erika! … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Joy & Happiness, New Releases, Teamwork, Uncategorized | Tagged children, Grandchildren, grandparnting | 23 Comments

My Latest Book Just Released

Posted on September 2, 2016 by russtowne

Reflections from the Heart of a Grateful Man My book titled Reflections from the Heart of a Grateful Man is now available as an eBook on Amazon and in the Kindle Store, and will soon be available in hardcover format … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, New Releases, Uncategorized | Tagged just released, Life, Love, non-fiction, Relationships | 12 Comments

Artwork from 3 of My Books to Be Exhibited

Posted on August 31, 2016 by russtowne

Characters from three of my children’s books have been invited to be part of an art exhibit titled Storybooks by the Bay. The characters scheduled to make their first appearance in an art exhibit include Clyde the Green Giraffe, Hoozy Whatzadingle, … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Children's Storybook Art Exhibits, Rusty Bear, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Writing Project Updates | Tagged art, childrens', Danville, exhibits, storybook | 17 Comments

One More

Posted on August 31, 2016 by russtowne

I’ve gotten so much positive response from the B&W photo of Sea that I asked Ian to send a B&W version of Tree to me. Here it is. I’d love to get your feedback regarding which of the four you … Continue reading →