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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.

Grumpadinkles or Grrumpadinkles?

Posted on October 13, 2015 by russtowne

My book The Grumpadinkles remains on schedule to be released this month. A few minutes ago I received a message where someone had accidentally spelled Grumpadinkles with two “r’s.” At first I laughed because they are supposed to be grumpy and … Continue reading →

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What If Bald-Headed Eagles Liked to Wear Wigs?

Posted on October 10, 2015 by russtowne

I thought that title might get your attention. I seek some volunteer beta readers for one of the children’s book projects on which I’m working titled A Day in the Shade of a Tickletoe Tree. An excerpt of a draft of … Continue reading →

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Wholeheartedly

Posted on October 7, 2015 by russtowne

I love the word wholeheartedly. It is how I attempt to love and to live my life. With Love, Russ Cast Light “If you give your life as a wholehearted response to love, then love will wholeheartedly respond to you.” … Continue reading →

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Eyes on the Prize

Posted on October 5, 2015 by russtowne

Eyes on the Prize Our three year-old grandson Thomas was at a birthday party where nearly all of the guests were girls. A piñata in the shape of a butterfly was hung up, and the guests were told they’d take … Continue reading →

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You

Posted on October 4, 2015 by russtowne

You Seemingly from out of nowhere Thoughts of you drift gently into my mind. They linger for moments then fade away As dew on a sunny day. Leaving a small and wistful smile in their wake. The journey from heart … Continue reading →

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A Two-fer!

Posted on October 4, 2015 by russtowne

  Zach and the Toad Who Rode a Bull http://smile.amazon.com/V-G-Dexter-Dufflebee-Russ-Towne/dp/151687417X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1443922269&sr=8-2&keywords=Russ+Towne V.G. and Dexter Dufflebee Amazon.com has just released two of my children’s books, Zach and the Toad Who Rode a Bull, and V.G. and Dexter Dufflebee. I’d love to read … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, My Written Works Misc., Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged , , , , | 19 Comments

Way to Go, Canada!

Posted on October 4, 2015 by russtowne

Way to go, Canada! We in the U.S. are blessed to have you as our northern neighbors!   http://www.quirkyfeeds.com/canadians-sing-u-s-national-anthem/ Way to Go. Canada! With Love, Russ  

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It’s Here!

Posted on September 27, 2015 by russtowne

Touched on Amazon! The second edition of Touched was just released on Amazon.com. Terror, love, chills, hope, magic, thrills, action, science fiction, and fantasy await you. Come inside and be Touched! These stories will inspire, haunt, amaze, and delight readers who love … Continue reading →

Posted in Action, Adventure, Adversity, Challenges, Courage, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Heroes, Love, My Beliefs, My Written Works Misc., Short Stories, speculative fiction, Story Writing Adventures, Strength, Suspense, Thriller, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged , , , , | 15 Comments

Feather Light

Posted on September 22, 2015 by russtowne

I believe there is much truth and wisdom in this post. I find such reminders helpful in living the life I choose to live. Russ Cast Light “Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.” – … Continue reading →

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Sunday Song lyric: Better get to living!

Posted on September 20, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on willowdot21:
As much  as  it grieves  me  I  have  to  say  Dolly  Parton  writes  some  brilliant  songs  with so  much meaning! Well I fell in  love  with  this  little  ditty  then I  accidentally  found  this  young  man’s…

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