Released on = March 11, 2006, 1:49 pm

Press Release Author = Barbara Ann Derksen

Industry = Entertainment

Press Release Summary = Second to None, Warrior Voices, the latest release by
Barbara Ann Derksen, contains first person accounts of the Korean combat experience
of veterans from the SECOND INFANTRY DIVISION of the Army. While division members
served in WWI, WWII, Korea and are still serving in South Korea, Iraq and Fort Lewis
today, this compilation focuses on the Korean Conflict. The book is dedicated to the
brave men who fought to preserve our freedoms at a cost that many of us can only
imagine. Second to None has received rave early reviews.

Press Release Body = Author Barbara Ann Derksen resides in Iowa and has been writing
and speaking around the country for 20 years. She served as a journalist for local
newspapers for 8 years with over 2000 articles published in those papers as well as
some international magazines. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers,
and Christian Writers Fellowship International. Her agent, Joyce Hart of Hartline
Literary Agency is currently handling her latest book With Warped Certainty, the
first of a murder trilogy.

Her first book, Mind Trap, was chosen by Iowa Business and Professional Women as
their selection for 2005. Dance With A Broom is a household management guide with
time management principles, and she has produced two sets of children's animal
stories narrated on CDs, Shih-Tzu Puppy Adventures and Trumpeter Swan Adventures.

Here is what some people say about Second to None:
Second to None is a wonderful piece of work. It is so compelling and moving. Many
war books are so bogged down 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

Second to None was shocking. It was harrowing. And I cried when I felt the pain of
our military men in Korea. I\'ve been so naive about what our history books tried to
whitewash as the Korean conflict. It was a brutal war. Barbara\'s book is a
collection of first-person accounts, written by the men who lived through the
battles and butchery. It features tales of daring, courage, and self-sacrifice in
the face of unrelenting attacks. Their memories should be treasured. Their accounts
are so real, the Korean War will forever be etched in my mind. What a tribute.
Felicia Mires, writer

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 homeschool mother,
this is going to be a great addition to our studies. Pamela James, writer

Our Soldiers are Second to None. Second to None is an excellent book showcasing the
integrity, the sacrifice, and the emotions of our soldiers as they served and
defended the rights of the USA in the war in Korea. As one who only reads by getting
\'into\' the book, my heart was touched and my emotions stirred as I came to know the
men who came home as survivors and those who did not. If you like/love history, if
you know a soldier, if you are indifferent to our soldiers who are giving their
lives for our freedom, you need to read this book. Jennifer McLeMore, writer

Review copies of Second To None and Mind Trap can be obtained by contacting the
Promotional Services Department of Authorhouse at 1-888-280-7715 or email your
request to bkorders@authorhouse.com. Additional information about Barbara Ann and
her books can be found at www.barbaraannderksen.com.


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Contact Details = 106 leander St., #40
Alta, Iowa, 51002