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An Opportunity Someone’s Going to Love

Posted on February 10, 2018 by russtowne

I’ve written some fictional suspenseful crime drama stories and I seek volunteer Beta Readers to experience and provide feedback to me about them.  It’s an opportunity to be among the first to see some my edited stories in draft form. … Continue reading →

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Wedding Humor

Posted on February 9, 2018 by russtowne

Little Emily was at her first wedding and gaped at the entire ceremony. When it was over, she asked her mother, “Why did the lady change her mind?” Her mother asked, “What do you mean?” “Well, she went down the … Continue reading →

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Today’s Quote

Posted on February 8, 2018 by russtowne

True, and women too. With Love, Russ

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Sunny Illustrations

Posted on February 6, 2018 by russtowne

My latest children’s picture book project is titled Sunny Saves the Day. It’s about a rambunctious puppy whose antics help a grumpy couple learn to laugh and smile. Jack Wiens has nearly completed all the illustrations, and Karen M. Smith completed … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Queen for a Day and Well-Deserved

Posted on February 3, 2018 by russtowne

Queen for a Day I was delighted by this story of how a 77-year-old custodian touched the lives of so many that they gave her the first birthday party she’d ever had. And what a party it was! With Love, … Continue reading →

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Wilbur the Duck Flew to #6

Posted on February 2, 2018 by russtowne

      #6 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Children’s eBooks > Animals > More Animals > Ducks & Other Waterfowl I just noticed that as of right now Wilbur has flown to #6 in its category on Amazon’s … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Sir Alex Sleighs a Dragon by Russ Towne

Posted on February 1, 2018 by russtowne

I was delighted to read Jay’s comments about “Sir Alex Sleighs a Dragon.” Thank you, Jay! Russ

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A Big Win for Songwriters

Posted on February 1, 2018 by russtowne

Songwriters win a big victory: The royalty rate for interactive streams will rise by 44% over the next five years. Big Win for Songwriters Source: DIY Musician Congratulations to songwriters everywhere on this long overdue change to more properly reward … Continue reading →

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An Author and His Work

Posted on January 31, 2018 by russtowne

James “Jay” J. Cudney is a young author that a fellow blogger recently introduced me to. His first book Watching Glass Shatter was released last year and appears to be doing extraordinarily well. Jay also seems to be making all … Continue reading →

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