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Saving Tom Turkey

Here is a scene from The Ducks Who Flew Every Which Way where Loopy distracts an eagle to save Tom Turkey. Illustrator Josh Mcgill captures the moment well. The children’s picture book will be released in April. With love, Russ  

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Sketches for The Ducks​ Who Flew Every Which Way

I’m blessed that Josh McGill is illustrating my next two children’s books. These are sketches for the first sequel to my top selling book The Duck Who Flew Upside Down. It’s been on Amazon’s Bestselling children’s book list for its … Continue reading

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Duck Also Flying High as an Audiobook

My audiobook for children titled “The Duck Who Flew Upside Down” was only released two or three days ago and has already become one of my fastest-selling audiobooks. Heartfelt thanks to all who helped to make that happen! May your … Continue reading

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Wilbur the Duck Flew to #6

      #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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The Whole Flock’s Talking

The whole flock’s talking about my latest project, the second edition of my favorite and most popular children’s book so far, The Duck Who Flew Upside Down. It features a bigger (8.5″ x 11″) trim size, even more illustrations from … Continue reading

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Just Being Me

Characters and image (c) Copyright Russ Towne 2015 All rights reserved. The odd-looking duck you see is none other than Wilbur Mallard Duck, star of The Duck Who Flew Upside Down. I like the illustration and its message and plan to have … Continue reading

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More Photo Fun and a Quote

Sources: Spider!: DealDash’s photo Playing Hide and Seek: Forever Awezome Beware: Forever Awezome “There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.” –John Holmes (Source: tinybuddha) Love, Russ

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Foto Fun: Fowl Play Is Suspected…

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