Summer reading

Avid reader Mike Johnson of Sikeston checks out the latest John Sandford book at the Sikeston Public Library. Summer is often an ideal time for readers to catch up on the newest releases, re-read an old favorite or find a title for some light reading at the lake, beach or pool. (Photo by Leonna Heuring, Staff)

Heat ignites book business

SIKESTON -- When temperatures begin to soar, so do circulation at libraries and sales at book stores.

Joyce Hagy, co-owner of The Book Bug used book store, said extreme changes in the weather usually ignite the book business.

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