I have only read Franny and Zooey and Catcher in the Rye. Both books I found to be very conversational and easy to read. But this is somewhat off the topic I am trying to discuss here. I am a student attending the University of Kentucky with a declared major in English. I assume that most of the people on this list have other favorite authors/books. I would love for anyone to give me a few ideas of things to read during this sometimes slow summer break. If you could, give me also some reasons why you like that specific author or work. (I am also a BIG poetry fan and would love to open up my mind to some new poets.) Angie