Straight Pipes, Devotions for Bikers

 is designed to encourage and motivate all who read it to build a prayer life, study the Bible, share their vision with others, and disciple new believers. Endorsed by John Ogden, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Christian Motorcyclists Association, the book begins with several pages of promises and ends with ideas for further study. Its simple format provides easy, thought-provoking, yet short readings that will inspire and open minds to the possibility of walking where God leads and obeying the promptings of the Holy Spirit to minister and serve

"Mind Trap"

"Woman kills complete stranger with her car in a fit of rage"  

MIND TRAP, the first for author Barbara Ann Derksen, is a rousing story about a clean cut average American woman who uses her car to vent her anger. Why a Christian, who does not know her victim, would do such a thing is the mystery. The book clearly depicts how bad things can happen to good people. Debra, the main character learns how to deal with her anger and discovers where it flows from while she undergoes the rigors of jail, a trial, and psychiatric evaluation. 

Iowa Business and Professional Women chose Mind Trap as their selection for 2005 and the book has received rave reviews from a wide variety of adult readers and teens. Barbara Ann currently markets her book at Veterans reunions where she features her third book Second to None. This collection of war stories, written by veterans of the Korean Conflict, clearly honors the forgotten heroes who live amongst us. 

 Barbara Ann is a an Iowa resident, represented by Hartline Literary Agency. She has also completed Dance With a Broom, a household management guide for busy parents, and two sets of children’s stories narrated on CD. She is polishing the first book in a new murder trilogy.

 Here are just some of the things people say about Mind Trap:

This story begins with an impact, which demolishes the fantasy of the character’s harmonious home life. There is a noteworthy element to this book, which becomes evident in the telling of the story. It is the gifted accomplishment of the  MIND TRAP, which walks the reader through the main character’s hellish crisis, all the while holding onto a faith in a loving God that carries her to the fascinating and enlightened ending." Martha G Pearson -writer, teacher, and former president of NW Indiana Writer’s Association.

I was captivated by this story. MIND TRAP is a gripping picture of what anger can do. So many of us have hidden pasts, buried trauma, unbearable hurt, dormant until something triggers an emotional upheaval that is beyond our control. Debra’s story grabbed me and I kept reading, Ms. Derksen has written a powerful story  Peggy Phifer, editor Wordsmith Shoppe.com

Second To None

Warrior voices

Here are just some of the things people say about Second to None:

 Second to None is a wonderful piece of work.  It is so in the military strategy but this book is all about humanity in the midst of war. Raw, real, and gut wrenching, SECOND TO NONE brings the battlefront to life.  Told in the words of 54 Korean War veterans, the book chronicles green recruits evolving into battle-weary warriors.  These stories of courage, loss, friendship, and faith memorialize the sacrifices of America’s finest.  Dana Taylor, Definitely Dana Radio Show

Barbara Ann Derksen has done a beautiful job of pulling the stories from these hero's into one place for easy access and a stimulating read. As a daughter of a Korea veteran I have to say this book is a must for every bookshelf. Gripping stories of the men who fought for our country and our freedom. It makes you want to get on your knees and thank God for these regular men who did extraordinary things for the sake of God and country and the American people. As a home school mother, this is going to be a great addition to our studies.                 Pamela James, writer 

For review copies of Mind Trap or Second to None contact the Promotional Services Department of Authorhouse at 1-800-839-8640 ext.244 or by Fax 1-812-961-3113. Additional information about Barbara Ann and her books can be found at www.barbaraannderksen.com

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Women are busier than ever before making it necessary for them to plan their time and manage their homes efficiently in order to have some time for themselves. Dance With A Broom has some valuable insight into time management but it has so much more.

Discover ways to incorporate your children into your daily plan and how to plan special times for the loved ones in your life without feeling frazzled at the end of the day. 

Get those nasty household chores out of the way so you can give your children and your husband some undivided attention.

Discover ways to make time for the things you want to do like take a bubble bath or read a good book.

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Alexis Shih-Tzu learns to trust her human care givers after her Momma dies. The puppy litter of six is only two days old. The story is written from the puppies perspective but the little family of care givers play a major part in this first story. Daddy answers his daughter’s question, “Why didn’t God answer our prayers?”

This heart-warming series will supply children with a mental image of newborn puppies. They will begin to understand our Mighty Creator and how much He cares for even His smallest creatures.

For children 2 years to 2nd. grade.

Books are available through Amazon.com.barnesandnoble.com, authorhouse.com, and from Barbara Ann’s own website: www.barbaraannderksen.com.