Our April Picks for Higher Education feature a range of fiction and nonfiction curated to resonate with college students, professors, and lifelong learners. These selections are ideal for seminar discussions and independent exploration. For the complete list of April Picks for Higher Education, click here. Check out our March collections using these links below. Themes

Something shiny, perhaps? You’ve hit the jackpot: ten sparkling literary gems! With endless love for literary fiction growing, we’ve picked out a few standout titles for your readers to fall in love with. Featuring titles from Thomas Pynchon, Tayari Jones, and more, these titles are sure to enrapture readers.

Project Hail Mary is a 2021 science-based thriller from #1 New York Times author Andy Weir. Watch this special clip from Andy Weir himself: https://randomhouse.box.com/s/dndl2y66snon9wh6yyu8hmz3yjlxy17m This story centers Ryland Grace who is the sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission—and if he fails, humanity and the earth itself will perish. It is a tale of

Earth Day is celebrated around the world on April 22nd each year. First held in 1970, it has grown into a vast international movement that calls for environmental protection. These titles with themes of sustainability, conservation, renewable energy, and environmental policy are all perfect for Environmental Science courses within colleges and universities. Check out the

Earlier this year, the United Nations reported a global water bankruptcy. These conditions are defined by insolvency and irreversibility, but that does not mean we should give up. It means the opposite: we need to work harder to rectify this crisis. Today is World Water Day, and it’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about

Virginia Evans has won the 2026 PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel. She will be accepting the award on 4/26 in Boston, ahead of her sold-out event with Hummingbird Books that evening. Additionally, earlier this week, Deadline announced that Lionsgate won a seven-studio bidding war for film rights to The Correspondent. The adaptation has Jane Fonda attached

After weeks of teasing her new novel, Liane Moriarty revealed the cover of her upcoming novel, BIG LITTLE TRUTHS, just yesterday, March 18th! The title is set to release on August 25th, 2026. The first novel, BIG LITTLE LIES, became a global phenomenon that inspired the sensational HBO series. The sequel’s reveal ran with an

Earth Day, celebrated on April 22nd, is a power opportunity to engage middle and high school students in meaningful conversations about sustainability, climate action, and global responsibility. With thoughtful curated titles and collections, students can explore complex environmental issues while building critical thinking and real-world connections. Whether you are enhancing your curriculum or adding to

Earth Day, celebrated on April 22nd, is a great opportunity to bring stories about the environment into the classroom. From picture books to middle grade, these titles introduce students to topics like recycling, wildlife, conservation, and caring for the planet. Whether you’re refreshing your classroom library or planning Earth Day activities, these titles empower students

Marking the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr celebrates the completion of fasting from dawn to dusk during the holy month. From picture books to thoroughly researched nonfiction, check out our picks to better understand the rich history, culture, and meaning behind this tradition!

Explore our April 2026 Children’s and YA graphic novels! Graphic novels are excellent tools for engaging reluctant readers. Featuring captivating illustrations and accessible text, these notable April releases boost confidence, enhance comprehension, and are ideal for any classroom or school library. For more graphic novels for Elementary Education click here. For more graphic novels for

Adapted from Thomas Pynchon’s Vineland, last night’s historic Academy Awards had the star-studded dark comedy One Battle After Another pick up the awards for Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay, among many others. Here are some more Thomas Pynchon titles for you and your customers to enjoy after an exciting Oscars!