Now Selling at Vroman’s Bookstore | Pasadena, CA

I am excited to announce that my book Lifting a Foot Forward: A Lesson in Balance will be available for a limited time on the shelf at the world famous Vroman's Bookstore on Colorado in Pasadena, CA.  This is such a great opportunity for me.  I want to give a HUGE thanks to Vroman's for… Continue reading Now Selling at Vroman’s Bookstore | Pasadena, CA

On Tap for Fall

Happy Autumn!! As the season settles in, we’d like to remind everyone of the wonderful things we have to offer here at Morton Design Works. From stories to shirts to poems, we have something to help you celebrate the season.  And with the holidays just around the corner, don’t forget to check out our entire… Continue reading On Tap for Fall

Morton’s Law Magnets | On Sale Now

When I created Morton's Law of Inscience, which says "If something can go right, it will", I created it as a constant reminder that I need to be thankful for all things that happen in my life that I don't see.  The things that go right that I may never see, but that allow me… Continue reading Morton’s Law Magnets | On Sale Now

Climb for Heroes

On Sunday, April 14th 2013 I will be participating in a climb of Mt. Baldy to raise money and awareness for The Heroes Project.  This non-profit organization raises funds to help wounded warriors climb the world's highest peaks, and find a renewed purpose in their lives.  The ability to overcome a mountain mentally, physically, and… Continue reading Climb for Heroes

A House in a Field of Reeds | Now Available on Kindle!

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Stone Path Review | Winter 2013

The Stone Path Review is an artistic journal that takes readers into the minds of poets, writers, photographers and more. It is a wonderfully beautiful and thought provoking collection of work that needs to be shared and experienced. I invite you to visit their website and view the entire piece. If you have a passion… Continue reading Stone Path Review | Winter 2013

Sneak Peek of “The Fury of the Bear”!!

         Get a sneak peek at The Fury of the Bear below, and don't forget to buy your copy today!           For now, Virgil had done all he could do.  His emotions pestered him, fighting their way into his consciousness and screaming to be heard.  His knowledge and expertise with life and death held his emotions… Continue reading Sneak Peek of “The Fury of the Bear”!!

Book Available in Paperback!

I could not be more excited to announce that The Fury of the Bear is now available to order in paperback.  Just go to the Morton Design Works website and click the "store" link to order.  So many people have helped me realize this dream and I deeply appreciate all of the love and support. … Continue reading Book Available in Paperback!

Book Available on Kindle

I am so excited to announce you can now get The Fury of the Bear downloaded to your Kindle device! You can also download to your iPhone, iPod Touch or PC as well. Go to Amazon.com, then search The Fury of the Bear. Check back soon for updates on seeing Virgil "Bear" Ryan in print!

Cover Jacket – The Fury of the Bear

Well, I figured I'd put some of my education to good use and design the cover jacket for my book.  I don't mind saying so myself, I like simplicity.  But I think it has some emotional impact.  Do you agree?  To all of you who love and support me, my deepest gratitude.  Cheers!