Vonda Skelton's first book “Bitsy and the Mystery of Tybee Island” is a combination of mystery, history, and childhood innocence suitable for children 4th – 7th grade and is an AR.

Set on Tybee Island, Georgia, the story is told by Bitsy, a twelve-year-old tomboy whose imagination and curiosity repeatedly get her into trouble. Bitsy's family has a lot of love but not much money and the budget is so tight, the family endures a steady diet of fatback and stale honey buns, culled from the bread company's discards.

When Bitsy’s father wins Salesman of the Quarter they take their first vacation and spend some time at a cabin on Tybee Island. Feisty Bitsy and Matt, her cousin, take the opportunity to explore and quickly become involved with a legend of secrets, pirate treasure and maybe even murder as they search for hidden treasure, discover a skeleton, and face a kidnapper. They get more than they ever bargained for, but learn valuable lessons.

All the elements of a good mystery are here: abundant clues, red herrings, mistaken identity and, of course, peril for Bitsy and Matt. Children are sure to enjoy the twists and turns of the plot and will find the dramatic ending highly satisfying. Local points of interest including The Tybee island Lighthouse and Museum, historic Fort Screven, and Chapel-By-The-Sea Baptist Church contribute to the story. Bitsy and The Mystery at Tybee Island” is available at Booklovers Bookstore.

Check out Ms. Skelton’s web site: www.vondaskelton.com and watch for the next Bitsy mystery.