Tag Archives: stories

Cover for Wilbur Sequel & News for Another

Posted on March 15, 2019 by russtowne

I’ve enjoyed writing the sequel to Wilbur the Duck Who Flew Upside Down so much that I’ve begun writing a third one featuring Wilbur and the rest of his wacky family and unusual flock as they help a family of … Continue reading →

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Dragons, Unicorns, Ducks, & Giraffes

Posted on January 19, 2019 by russtowne

  My audiobook adventure has been a total delight. I’ve made 14 offers to voice talent/producers. They yielded 11 released audiobooks, with three more in production and scheduled for release this month and next.   I just listed for auditions … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal: My First Western Paperback

Posted on August 31, 2018 by russtowne

This is the cover for my first western paperback to be released in about a week. I’ve written enough stories for four additional ebooks and two more paperbacks that will be gradually released sales momentum continues to increase. Thank you … Continue reading →

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A Three-Book Publishing Agreement

Posted on August 31, 2018 by russtowne

Image Credit: Ganapathy Kumar via Unsplash.com I just agreed to a three-book contract with a top Stories, publisher of western books. I’ll include one of my short stories in each of three of their western anthologies. I’ve written stories for … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon

Posted on August 14, 2018 by russtowne

Photo Credit: Priscilla Du Perez via Unsplash.com The second book of my tales of the old west is scheduled for release next week the week of August 20. It’s titled A Bullet in the Neck.  Here’s a taste of the … Continue reading →

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Desperate Journeys is Now an e-Book!

Posted on June 14, 2018 by russtowne

For those who prefer reading eBooks, Desperate Journeys is now available in the Kindle format for just $2.99 (or FREE for those subscribed to the Kindle Unlimited Service!) Kindle Version You can also get the 5×8 inch softcover version for only … Continue reading →

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The Power of Using Beta Readers

Posted on April 30, 2018 by russtowne

I just finished writing an unedited draft of a story of action and suspense titled “Blood Oaths” and sent it to my beta readers last night. I’ve already received helpful feedback that will help me enhance my story. One of … Continue reading →

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#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 →

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The Shot Rang Out

Posted on April 4, 2018 by russtowne

The Shot Rang Out is a book of 500-word western stories written by 52 authors. I’m one of them. Scott Harris compiled the book. It should be released in about two weeks. It’s been a fun project and we may … Continue reading →

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The Force Fights Bullying

Posted on March 12, 2018 by russtowne

The Force Fights Bullying The link above is to an article about a girl who came home in tears after wearing a Star War shirt to school and bullies said Star Wars is only for boys. What happened next touched … Continue reading →

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