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Monday Morning Wake-Up Call (Draw Water. Carry Wood.)

Posted on January 31, 2017 by russtowne

When I read this post it reminded me I should be more like young children: In wonder and at everything. With Love, Russ Live & Learn The ordinary moments of our daily life may appear commonplace, but in reality they … Continue reading →

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Literary Agent Query Letters

Posted on January 31, 2017 by russtowne

I’ve taken the plunge and begun sending out query letters to literary agents. I made a goal for myself: “Query 3 Before TV.” I sent my first three letters last night and treated myself to some TV. Today I hope to … Continue reading →

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Then You Walked By

Posted on January 30, 2017 by russtowne

Originally posted on Meanwhile, Melody Muses…:
He was desert. I, so thirsty, swallowed sand Until I mummified. He was iceberg. I, so frozen, craved his warmth Til all was numb inside. Then You walked by – Waterfalls and rip-tide seas…

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For the First Time Ever

Posted on January 30, 2017 by russtowne

For the first time ever I’ve decided to begin pitching some of my stories to literary agents. I’d love to hear from you as to which of my stories you liked the best. It may help me to decide which … Continue reading →

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The Ransom

Posted on January 29, 2017 by russtowne

Hate holds its self-imprisoned hostages at the intersection of Fear and Ignorance. A ransom of Kindness is key to their release. Wth Love, Russ

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Book Quote Corner #42

Posted on January 29, 2017 by russtowne

I’m often in awe when opening a book for the first time that the author’s story has patiently waited for me, sometimes for centuries, to be released as a genie from a bottle for me to experience the treasures within. … Continue reading →

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Dreams

Posted on January 29, 2017 by russtowne

It is important to me that my books bring joy and delight to children and not merely entertain and teach them. I love when children discover lessons in my stories for themselves and feel as though they’ve just unearthed hidden treasures. … Continue reading →

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Dragon Whistles

Posted on January 28, 2017 by russtowne

This gorgeous illustration by Jack Wiens depicts a scene in my latest children’s picture book project, Flora Belle and Dreami Dragon. Here, Dreami is giving Flora Belle her dragon whistle that can be heard anywhere in the world but only by the dragon … Continue reading →