Twirly Shirley in My Sister the Twister — Donna Beserra

Sirens sound! People scramble for cover! The whole town is in a panic as a tornado rages overhead! Twirly Shirley is twisting the town inside out. Shirley has a tendency to get "wound up", and when she does it creates pure chaos. The question is, how does she do it? What is the secret behind Shirley's super spectacular abilities? "Twirly Shirley In My Sister The Twister", by Donna Beserra is a nostalgic tale of excitement and suspense. It is written in rhyme, allowing the reader to glide through the story. Artist Melody Karns Trone has based some of her illustrations on the author's children, who were the stars in the original series of books and videos. In Melody's hand the paintbrush is a magic wand, bringing the characters to life. By emphasizing the expressions. and enhancing the gestures of Twirly Shirley, Melody has added extra charisma to this lovable character. Melody's use of color is magical as well. Her delicate pinks and vibrant blues add old fashioned fairy tale charm to the story. The intriguing plot, rhythmic writing and whimsical illustrations combine to create an irresistible adventure.