KU Reads: A Common Book Experience As a community, Jayhawks read a book selection that speaks to the current moment and sparks a campus-wide conversation. Nominate the next KU Common Book Quick links Get the Book Copies for Faculty and Staff are available upon request. Learn more About the Book Learn about the 2025 - 2026 programming year selection. Learn more About the Program Read the KU Reads mission statement. Learn More Program History Learn more about the history of KU Reads. Learn More More Links Selection Process Learn how the Common Book is selected. Learn More Teaching Resources Use the Common Book in your class. Learn More Upcoming Events See all events