Jon Yacovetta, Kansas University junior, Denver

“‘Monkey,’ by Wu Ch’ Eng-En, and translated by Arthur Waley. I just started it, but it seems to be some kind of Chinese bedtime story.”

Heather Coates, pastoral associate, Lawrence

“I’m reading ‘The Portrait of a Lady’ by Henry James. It’s a 19th-century American novel about a woman who goes to England with her relatives.”

Rachel Larson, KU junior, Lawrence

“I’m reading ‘The Source’ by James A. Michener. It’s about the history of religion.”

D.J. Morris, clerk, Lawrence

“‘Night Watch,’ by Terry Pratchett. Commander Vimes gets sent back in time to become his own mentor.”

Jordan Shelton, restaurant owner, Lawrence

“I’m reading a science-fiction book called ‘The Shiva Option.’ Humanity faces an implacable alien foe. Space opera fans will not want to miss this one.”