Staff Picks + Upcoming Titles: April

By Kat La Mantia | March 13 2026 | AdultsAllBlogChildren'sGeneralGiftPop Culture

🌷 April 2026 Staff Picks

April is about to be in full bloom, and our staff picks are tapping into all the season’s biggest moments—from Mother’s Day and graduation gifting to warm weather wanderlust and big budget movie releases. Whether you’re putting the final touches on your spring assortments or looking ahead to summer themes like America 250 and the FIFA World Cup, April’s upcoming books cover it all. Explore the links below to dive into everything publishing in April!

More Moments in April

Arab American Heritage Month

Books for Arab American Heritage Month

Easter

Books to Add to Their Easter Basket
Easter Bestsellers
New Books for Easter 2026

Passover

Books for Passover

Earth Day

Sustainability – Gift
Sustainability – Kids

National Library Week

Library Collection – Out of Print

5-Year Journal
9798217034567
Capture thousands of memories and create a five-year keepsake of your journey as a mom with this simple, one-sentence guided journal so you remember these moments forever.
$16.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
4 x 6
Hardcover
368 Pages
Clarkson Potter

50 Cards for Classic and Creative Drinks
9780593799505
Mix great drinks with this mini bar in a box that gives you fifty recipe cards for boozy cocktails, refreshing aperitifs, and delicious mocktails, curated by the cocktail experts at New York Times Cooking.
$24.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
5-1/2 x 7-1/2
Cards
54 Pages
Clarkson Potter

Coloring Book for Adults and Kids
9798217229260
Curl up into your very own comfy corner and get lost in this relaxing new coloring book in Coco Wyo's beloved and bestselling Corner series!
$9.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
8 x 8
Paperback
96 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 7 and up

The Country's Ultimate Scenic Trails
9781426224867
From a bucket list trek on the Pacific Crest Trail to a day hike up Viriginia's Old Rag, discover the best hikes across the United States to add to your bucket list.
$40.00 US
Apr 07, 2026
8-1/2 x 8-1/2
Hardcover
400 Pages
National Geographic

The Nourishing Practice of Everyday Cooking [A Cookbook]
9780593836927
Discover how to create memorable meals using affordable, good-for-you ingredients with 85 delectable recipes that celebrate the comfort of eating at home, from the founder of the bestselling superfood brand Golde.
$32.99 US
Apr 14, 2026
7-1/2 x 10
Hardcover
224 Pages
Ten Speed Press

A Tabbed Board Book
9798217144938
Discover all there is to love about the USA with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
$7.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
7 x 7
Board Book
16 Pages
World of Eric Carle
Age 1-3 years

40 mystery pictures to reveal
9781800924604
Hidden within this innovative coloring book are 40 stunning travel posters for iconic US National Parks. Simply follow the color key to reveal the hidden locations…. From Yellowstone to Yosemite, and from the Everglades to the Grand Canyon, where will you travel today?
$14.95 US
Apr 14, 2026
8-1/2 x 11
Paperback
96 Pages
Search Press

Recipes and Techniques from the French Countryside to New York City: A Baking Book
9780593799758
Inventive, French-inspired dessert recipes from the founder of the beloved New York City bakery, From Lucie.
$40.00 US
Apr 14, 2026
8 x 10
Hardcover
256 Pages
Clarkson Potter

First 100 Animal Words for Language Development, including Farm, Jungle, Pets, Bugs, and More
9781963183566
Jump-start your preschooler's exposure to vocabulary using this adorable book featuring 100+ foundational words for their favorite animals!
$14.95 US
Apr 14, 2026
9 x 9
Board Book
30 Pages
Paige Tate & Co
Age 3-5 years

Cute and Relaxing Coloring Book
9798217275229
Color over 40 adorable illustrations from artist Cherry Lam in this cozy adult coloring book.
$9.99 US
Apr 28, 2026
8-11/16 x 8-11/16
Adult Coloring Book
96 Pages
Watson-Guptill

Foolproof Recipes to Make Your Life Delicious: A Cookbook
9798217034178
Boost your confidence in the kitchen with 80 foolproof recipes for busy weeknights, lazy weekends, date nights, and other special occasions—from the beloved creator of Your Barefoot Neighbor and New York Times bestselling author of Keep It Simple Y'all
$30.00 US
Apr 07, 2026
7-7/16 x 10
Hardcover
224 Pages
Clarkson Potter

Two Biographies and a Poster in One Box!
9798217251445
How did a friendship bracelet turn into a love story? Find out in this two-book box set dedicated to the romance of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, featuring a bonus mini poster inside!
$12.98 US
Apr 07, 2026
5-5/16 x 7-5/8
Boxed Set
168 Pages
Penguin Workshop
Age 8-12 years

Bite-Size Encouragement for the Classroom
9781683695295
Two comedians offer hilarious encouragement for all the tiny heroic acts that teachers perform every day.
$14.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
4-1/4 x 6
Hardcover
160 Pages
Quirk Books

Over 100 Make-Ahead Recipes with Low Waste and High Flavor
9780593837443
The makers of Tupperware kitchen solutions present a modern twist on make-ahead meals with over 100 recipes for family-friendly breakfasts-on-the-go, retro-inspired desserts, veggie-forward weeknight dinners, and more, plus tips and tricks for meal-prepping for large gatherings.
$35.00 US
Apr 14, 2026
8 x 10
Hardcover
240 Pages
Ten Speed Press

9781774886656
From multi-award-winning, New York Times bestselling duo Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen, Now I See Fall is one in a unique quartet of board books that playfully shows the changing seasons from a kid’s point of view.
$9.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
6 x 6
Board Book
24 Pages
Tundra Books
Age 2-5 years

Creating Year-round Beauty with Flowers, Herbs, Fruits, Edibles, and More
9780847876150
Cottage gardens never go out of style, and the rise of homesteading and “cottagecore” is leading to a resurgence of this charming and practical style.
$50.00 US
Apr 07, 2026
8-1/2 x 10
Hardcover
272 Pages
Rizzoli

Traditional Italian Recipes for Gathering and Sharing
9798217128129
Sunday dinner is always made with love with Nonna Gracie.
$35.00 US
Apr 21, 2026
8 x 10
Hardcover
224 Pages
DK

9798217136278
Join Bananya and the Curious Bunch in this adorable anime sticker book, packed with over 1,000 Bananya stickers and filled with fun facts about the beloved anime series.Learn all about the secret lives of Bananyas – kitties from outer space who live in bananas! Decorate the pages with the cute, quirky characters, such as pirate bananya, long-haired bananya, flower bananya, and many more.There’s a bananya for everyone in this cute sticker activity book:Discover 1,000+ stickers from the Bananya anime, from fan-favorite bananyas to immersive scenes, and lots of extras to use for decorationFeatures delightful bananyas from the first three seasons of the show, with 72 pages filled to the brim with adorable bananya stickersThe perfect anime gift for young Bananya fans – as well as adult fans looking for super cute stickers for all your decorating needs!The officially licensed Bananya Ultimate Sticker Collection is an unforgettable gift for fans aged 7+ who can’t get enough of the anime and all the irresistible cuteness on display. Learn more about these extraterrestrial, banana-loving kitties and create your own scenes with over 1,000 stickers, featuring a variety of bananyas with their own distinct personalities and quirks.
$12.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
8-1/2 x 11
Paperback
72 Pages
DK Children
Age 3-7 years

A search-and-find adventure through the surreal worlds of David Lynch
9781923239784
Find David Lynch and more in eight of his iconic movie and TV worlds.
$19.95 US
Apr 07, 2026
7-2/3 x 10-5/8
Hardcover
24 Pages
Smith Street Books

Recipes and Tips for the Great Outdoors [An Outdoor Cookbook]
9780593835999
Reconnect to the natural world through over 60 delicious recipes and practical tips for cooking outside from the founder of Camp Yoshi.
$29.99 US
Apr 14, 2026
7-3/8 x 9-1/8
Hardcover
224 Pages
4 Color Books

9798217039357
A heartfelt message of love and appreciation for the guys who are always there for us--dads!
$9.99 US
Apr 07, 2026
6-1/4 x 8-1/4
Hardcover
32 Pages
Flamingo Books
Age 3-7 years