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.

Phyllis Diller Remembered

Posted on December 8, 2015 by russtowne

A friend sent this to me With love, Russ Whatever you may look like, marry a man your own age. As your beauty fades, so will his eyesight. -Phyllis Diller Housework can’t kill you, but why take a chance? -Phyllis Diller Cleaning … Continue reading →

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My First Novelette

Posted on December 6, 2015 by russtowne

I’m writing a story that has the working title of “Santa’s Helper.” It is an action/adventure/mystery/crime fiction. I hope for it to be my first electronic novelette (defined as a single story that is 7,500 to 17,500 words)/e-novelette. The genesis for the … Continue reading →

Posted in Action, Adventure, book, Fiction, My Written Works Misc., mystery, Mystery/Mysteries, Writing, Writing Project Updates, Youth | Tagged action, adventure, crime, fiction, mystery, novelette, stories | 7 Comments

Christmas Grotto – Children’s Books – Clyde and I by Russ Towne

Posted on December 1, 2015 by russtowne

Thank you, Sally, Chris, Charles, Pamela, and Beth! This post, your re-blogs, kind messages and support touch me deeply and mean a lot to me. I’m blessed to have you in my life. With Love, Russ

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Today’s Quote

Posted on December 1, 2015 by russtowne

I LOVE this quote. It beautifully expresses the way I attempt to experience and appreciate each day. With Love, Russ

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Santa’s Helper: The Beginning of a New Short Fiction Story

Posted on December 1, 2015 by russtowne

Hi. I’ve been so focused on releasing several children’s books that I’ve not written a new fiction story for adults in months. Well, finally a story has begun to bubble up for me. The working title is called Santa’s Helper. The … Continue reading →

Posted in My Written Works Misc., mystery, Mystery/Mysteries, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged fiction, mystery, story, suspense, writer | 4 Comments

A New Look To Show What I’m Most Grateful For

Posted on December 1, 2015 by russtowne

I’ve been concerned for some time that the old dark banner photo I’ve used for years and since the beginning of the blog didn’t accurately reflect the lighter and brighter content I attempt to create and/or share on this site, so … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids | Tagged change, children, goodness, Grandchildren, greatness, photos | 12 Comments

Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dreams!

Posted on November 30, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on My Good Time Stories:
Photo credit: Adinavoicu via Pixabay All of us have dreams…dreams of what we might want to become, a dream of something that we always wanted, or maybe even a dream that we were…

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