"Don Carina" Amazon Breakthrough Novel Contest finalist. In negotiations to make the book into a mini-series.

A popular restaurateur/chef in Los Angeles/Hollywood. SunCafe Organic Cuisine has won multiple awards for it's unique international cuisine. SunCafe's celebrity clientele is a who's who of Hollywood.

Russell is an accomplished composer and artist, his art works have been shown in gallery and museum shows.

Russell's writing has received many accolades including 5 awards for his journalism and multiple screenwriting honors.