“‘1634: The Baltic War’ by David Weber and Eric Flint. It’s alternative history.”

— Sean May, homemaker, Lawrence

“‘My Grandfather’s Son’ by Clarence Thomas. No matter your political affiliation, it’s one of the best autobiographies you can read.”

— Darren Perkins, student, Lawrence

“I usually check out manga books.”

— Bryce Wangerin, student, Lawrence

“I’m looking for ‘Catcher in the Rye’ (by J.D. Salinger).”

— Vincent Brauer, assistant at Cottonwood, Lawrence

“‘The Deer Hunter’s Almanac.’”

— Zachary Jeanneret, fifth-grader, Lawrence