Akilah Alleyne, Kansas University senior, Lawrence

“‘Chocolate Flava,’ by Zane.

It’s about two people’s relationship, lives and the things they go through.”

Sarah Schirmer, receptionist, Lawrence

“I’m reading ‘Breakfast of Champions,’ by Kurt Vonnegut. It’s about a little-known science fiction writer who crosses paths with a used-car salesman who is losing his mind.”

Brendan Hangauer, liquor store clerk, Lawrence

“I’m reading ‘This Wheel’s on Fire,’ by Levon Helm. It’s his autobiography about the story of the Band.”

Jason Funk, product receiver, Paola

“I’ve been reading a lot of true crime books. Right now I’m reading ‘Human Monsters,’ by David Everitt. It’s a collection of stories about the lives of serial killers from the 1500s to the 1980s.”

Alice Nichols, clinical social worker, Parsons

“I just started ‘Getting to Yes,’ by Roger Fisher. It’s about negotiating in a way in which everyone gets what they need.”