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Pedersen to celebrate release of book 'Campfire in the Basement'

Darrell J. Pedersen's book cover "Campfire in the Basement" next to his headshot
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Darrell J. Pedersen is the author of "Campfire in the Basement."

Campfire in the Basement shares many humorous childhood escapades, including setting a not-so-accidental campfire in the basement and the tragic misadventures of being asked to care for the class goldfish over Christmas.

BAXTER — After more than 40 years of being a pastor and faith leader, Darrell J. Pedersen is adding the title of author to his lengthy list of life skills.

His love of people, life and faith is evident within every page and shared image in his debut book, Campfire in the Basement: Reflections from a North Woods Lake, according to a news release. Bursting with amusing retellings of the trials and tribulations of his hardy and reliant family, Pedersen also weaves in lessons gained from the darker times in his life.

Pedersen will celebrate the release of his book 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 23 at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Baxter. An author presentation will be 3 p.m. along with special refreshments and autographed copies.

"The time we spend with family is a pure gift, and the stories we share lay the groundwork for generations to come."
Darrell Pedersen

This will be the first public presentation of Pedersen's debut book. The event is free and open to the public and made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Born and raised in Northern Minnesota, Pedersen grew up in a hardworking family filled with love and laughter. Thanks to his unbridled curiosity and habit of finding things to get into, he was dubbed “the little dickens” by everyone that knew him in his youth.

Campfire in the Basement shares many humorous childhood escapades, including setting a not-so-accidental campfire in the basement and the tragic misadventures of being asked to care for the class goldfish over Christmas. Pedersen’s stories will also remind readers of their growing-up years when old country stores were “candy heaven” and how many little boys wanted to be like the cowboys from Gunsmoke.

This book also shares the journey of a former “wild child” as he grows into a fine young man who marries the love of his life and follows his calling to be a mission pastor.

“Love creates support,” Pedersen stated in the release. “The time we spend with family is a pure gift, and the stories we share lay the groundwork for generations to come. If the stories, thoughts, questions, and wisdom I’ve shared in Campfire in the Basement encourages families to come together to laugh, sing, pray and grieve, that is the best gift I could ever hope for.”

For more information, visit darrelljpedersen.com.