Category Archives: Story Writing Adventures

#23 On New Releases

Posted on April 11, 2018 by russtowne

Remember the book of western stories I mentioned featured my yarn, “Mary’s Medicine” along with the creations of 51 other western authors? The Shot Rang Out compiled by Scott Harris was released this week and I’ve been told it’s already climbed … Continue reading →

Posted in Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Westerns, Writing Project Updates | Tagged books, new relase, Scott Harris, stories, western | 10 Comments

Modern Mouse is Featuring My Books

Posted on February 4, 2018 by russtowne

I’m delighted to announce that Premiere gift shop Modern Mouse in Alameda, California will be soon be featuring in their store and on their website all five of my children’s picture books they were considering!: Wilbur the Duck Who Flew … Continue reading →

Posted in A Writer's Journey, good news, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized | Tagged Alameda, gift shop, Modern Mouse, retailer, Russ Towne | 15 Comments

My Adventure Into Action

Posted on January 26, 2018 by russtowne

My evolution as a writer for an adult audience, especially my fiction writing, often begins with a story idea or hook that I develop into a very short story. At times the creations are so short they qualify as flash … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Fiction I've Written, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged action, adventure, author, project updates, writing | 6 Comments

An Announcement and Opportunity

Posted on October 16, 2016 by russtowne

I just finished the initial full draft of my first official novella-length story, titled It Was Her Eyes. I’ve never been more proud of my writing nor felt more like a writer than when I typed “The End” after completing this phase of … Continue reading →

Posted in Beta Readers, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged author, beta readers, book updates, writer | 17 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

An Excerpt From My Latest Book

Posted on July 14, 2016 by russtowne

I thought you might enjoy reading an excerpt from my latest fiction writing project for grownups. The story is titled It Was Her Eyes. It is un-edited and likely will go through multiple more revisions, but several of you have said … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Fiction I've Written, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Writing Project Updates | Tagged action, adventure, fantasy, fiction, western | 30 Comments

“Where a Hippo Flies”

Posted on March 19, 2016 by russtowne

I’ve just decided to publish a book of poetry for young children titled: Where a Hippo Flies Poetry for those See the World through Young Eyes It will include several of my rhyming story poems and perhaps two or three … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, Children, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Humor, Making Memories, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Project Updates for Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Spreading the Word About My Books, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Writing, Writing Project Updates, Youth | Tagged childrens', poetry, rhyming, stories, writing | 6 Comments

The Grumpadinkles Have Arrived!

Posted on October 26, 2015 by russtowne

The Grumpadinkles on Amazon I’m delighted to announce the arrival of The Grumpadinkles on Amazon.com (U.S.). They’ll hopefully soon be showing up in Canada, the UK, and the rest of Europe and and other parts of the world. This book has been … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Story Writing Adventures, Writing Project Updates | Tagged bedtime, book, childrens', illustrated, stories | 20 Comments

Why I Write Children’s Books

Posted on October 13, 2015 by russtowne

I write children’s books because I love telling stories, especially to children. I love the looks of wonder and delight as they experience and become part of each adventure. I love children, and entertaining them. I love writing and creating … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Story Writing Adventures, Writing Project Updates | Tagged bedtime, books, childrens', Love, stories, writing | 10 Comments

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 →