20 Best Books To Read in April

by Douglas Stuart

Romantic, terrifying, brutal, tender, and, in the end, sneakily hopeful. What a writer. Full review >

by Aamina Ahmad

A feat of storytelling not to be missed. Full review >

by Katya Kazbek

A rich and moving look at a child in the midst of self-discovery. As dark as a Brothers Grimm fairy tale—and as magical. Full review >

by Jennifer Egan

A thrilling, endlessly stimulating work that demands to be read and reread. Full review >

by Tajja Isen

Fresh and intelligent critiques of popular North American ideas about race and gender. Full review >

by Margo Jefferson

A dynamic, unflinchingly candid examination of the impacts of race and class on culture and the author’s own life. Full review >

by Molly Shannon with Sean Wilsey

Equal parts funny and touching, a cut above most celebrity memoirs. Full review >

by Richard Overy

A brilliant, mildly controversial interpretation of the history, conduct, and aftermath of WWII. Full review >

by Lily Anderson

Anyone with a yen for community service, particularly the martial sort, will be hot to sign up. Full review >

by Kit Frick

A doozy of a ride, with thrills and chills aplenty. Full review >

by Emily J. Taylor

A wondrous read for anyone searching for a bit of magic. Full review >

by Ashley Woodfolk

A beautiful, emotionally charged novel. Full review >

by Tae Keller

A mesmerizing look at bullying and its aftereffects. Full review >

by Zetta Elliott & Lyn Miller-Lachmann

A stellar, hauntingly beautiful narrative. Full review >

by Christina Soontornvat

An engrossing adventure with the feeling of a whole world to be explored. Full review >

by Kyle Lukoff

Inquisitive, engaged, and action-seeking. Full review >

by Rachel Tomlinson ; illustrated by Tori-Jay Mordey

A loving tribute to the power of loved ones’ support during trying times. Full review >

by Jarvis ; illustrated by Jarvis

A sweet example of how to be a kind and supportive presence in the life of a struggling friend. Full review >

by Rebecca Evans ; illustrated by Rebecca Evans

A hopeful, universal story about the power of friendship to dramatically improve the quality of everyday life. Full review >

by Lane Smith ; illustrated by Lane Smith

A cozy story that will transport readers to faraway places. Full review >