Dear Readers . . .

Our 100-page bumper Summer Special is just the thing for long, hot days in the sunshine. It contains 20 brand-new short stories to entertain and uplift you, as well as eight pages of puzzles and brainteasers guaranteed to keep your mind active even if you’re relaxing in a deckchair!

Our features writers have been busy on your behalf.

Polly Pullar is watching marine wildlife on Scotland’s west coast, while Willie Shand takes to the road to travel the Heart 200 Trail in Perthshire. Dianne Boardman soaks up the sun in Barbados, and Malcolm Welshman recalls his days touring the world as a cruise ship speaker.

We meet sheep warden Siân Tarrant, delve into the fascinating history of male impersonators and celebrate 50 years of the Glastonbury Festival. There are fruity recipes to make and a cool top to knit, too!