Author Amy Houts gave a presentation at the Gentry County Library in Stanberry May 24 for their Summer Reading Kickoff. Houts, a long-time Maryville children’s book author and publisher, talked about writing, read a few of her books, and had a book signing. Those in the photo commemorating the event were: Gemma Baker, Amanda Blessing, Sharon Luke, Houts, Joyce Bottorff and Judy Garrett, library director.