From delicious novels to fascinating non-fiction and compelling debuts, be swept away by our April highlights. It's officially British summertime and the weather has been kind (so far) so use the weather and read outside, or use the lighter evenings to squeeze in a few extra chapters.

LoveReading's April Genre Picks of the Month

For this month's Genre-focused picks find suspense, get lost at sea, discover a reimagining of ancient India and read about love that steals into our lives despite best laid plans. These highlights offer all your key fiction needs in one place.

Our Crime / Thriller Pick of the Month!

The Note by Alafair Burke - Reuniting for a vacation in the Hamptons goes spectacularly wrong for a group of three friends in this entertaining suspense novel.

Our Romance Pick of the Month!

Swept Away by Beth O'Leary - Wildly fresh and different, yet warmly intimate and romantic, this is a relationship story that sets sail on a new course.

Our Sci-Fi / Fantasy Pick of the Month!

The Serpent Called Mercy by Roanne Lau - Darkly vibrant, this hugely ambitious and stunning reimagining of ancient India spins an intricate web of secrets and lies, death and survival, it’s a knockout of epic proportions.

Our Literary Pick of the Month!

The Best of Everything by Kit de Waal - A propulsive, hypnotic novel about a man who is unravelled by a series of events beyond his grasp.

LoveReading's April 2025 Fiction Books of the Month

Looking for more fiction recommendations? Our Fiction books of the month offer some more literary inspiration. Dive into Greek legend with a beautifully readable story or discover a delicious novel that's part mystery, feminist manifesto and food blog. 

Ordinary Saints by Niamh Ni Mhaoileoin - An original, moving, and gripping debut about an Irish lesbian who must grapple with her Catholic family’s campaign to have her deceased brother canonised as a saint

Helen's Judgement by Susan C Wilson - The Greek legend of Helen of Troy is brought to vivid atmospheric life in this absolutely fascinating and beautifully readable story.

Butter by Asako Yuzuki - This delicious novel, a best seller in Japan, is part mystery thriller, part feminist manifesto and part food blog.

LoveReading's April 2025 Non-Fiction Books of the Month

Journey through magical woodlands, across the world as you explore global geopolitics, and to the heart of a Yorkshire farm in April's non-fiction highlights. This month there's n-holds-barred memoirs, engaging stories of hand raised gorillas, Scotland explored by some of its favourite writers and easy-to-browse travel guide filled with travel destinations recommended by the local LGBTQ+ community. 

The Heart of the Woods by Wyl Menmuir - A beautiful journey through our magical woodlands and the lives of those who nurture them.

Prisoners of Geography: Updated 10th Anniversary Edition by Tim Marshall - A deep dive into ten maps reveals deep insights into global politics, making this a must-read for anyone interested in geopolitics, and where the world might be headed.

Gorillas in Our Midst by Alan Toyne - The fascinating and engaging story of two baby gorillas being raised by hand so they can rejoin their family troop at Bristol Zoo.

Not That I'm Bitter A Truly, Madly, Funny Memoir by Helen Lederer - A memoir bursting with heart in this no-holds-barred account of life in the spotlight from the adorable Helen Lederer.

Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present & Future by Nicholson Family - Heartwarming and fascinating, Cannon Hall Farm gets personal as the owners reveal the story behind the scenes of the farming TV show.

The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide by Alicia Valenski - Queer-Friendly Destinations as recommended by local queer people, in a colourful and easy-to-browse coffee table book

Who Built Scotland by Alexander McCall Smith, Alistair Moffat, James Crawford, James Robertson, Kathleen Jamie - In this beautiful book, five Scottish writers explore and share their thoughts about twenty-five buildings found in Scotland.

LoveReading's April 2025 Debuts of the Month

From historical fiction to vampire romantasy it's safe to say we have something for everyone in April's debut highlights. Whether you're looking for a love story, thriller or something in between, discover a new author and your next read here. 

Sanctuary by Tom Gaisford - This intelligent and compelling debut thriller has a corkscrewing plot that spins between a London Solicitors dealing with immigration appeals and a removal centre holding asylum seekers.

Ordinary Saints by Niamh Ni Mhaoileoin - An original, moving, and gripping debut about an Irish lesbian who must grapple with her Catholic family’s campaign to have her deceased brother canonised as a saint

Odd Girl Out by Tasneem Abdur-Rashid - Prepared to be utterly gripped by this coming-of-age story about love, friendship and broken families.

Where Shadows Meet by Patrice Caldwell - A sweeping vampire romantasy of royal bloodlines, love and sacrifice played out in the aftermath of a brutal war between vampires, humans, and the gods who conjured them.

The Great Orchid Heist by Eleanor Vendrell - You want to get out of debt by infiltrating a rare garden, but get caught in a bisexual love triangle – protective gardener or slick co-conspirator, who do you choose?

The Sleeper by Rica Hene - Rich in period detail and intrigue, this beautifully-written page-turner traverses centuries, from 17th -century France to present-day Hull, as it unlocks the secrets of a silver cup.

LoveReading's April 2025 Liz Robinson's Picks of the Month

Liz Robinson's April picks offer beautifully readable, fiery and thrilling, quirky and compelling reads for you to enjoy. Browse our recommendations and head straight to the bottom of the page to add them to your basket. 

Monsterland by Nicholas Jubber - This wonderful book celebrates monsters from around the world in all their glory, alongside the people and lands they belong to.

The Cat Who Saved the Library by Sosuke Natsukawa - Quirky and deceptively simple, this Japanese novel sitting between fantasy and reality is a lovely choice for any book lovers out there.

Sharp Glass by Sarah Hilary - This psychological thriller delights in deliberately sending thoughts into free fall as it highlights different points of view. Just who can you trust?

Sour Cherry by Natalia Theodoridou - A thought-provoking and compelling modern day story of toxic masculinity and murder sitting as a retelling of the fairytale, Bluebeard.

The Notorious Virtues by Alwyn Hamilton - A fiery and absolutely thrilling coming-of-age high-stakes fantasy murder-mystery where magic and fairytale clash with family privilege and revolution.

All the Colours of the Dark by Chris Whitaker - Beautifully readable, moving, and quite simply described as a masterpiece, this LoveReading Star Book is one that we will spend the rest of our lives recommending.

LoveReading's April 2025 Star Books

Our April additions to the Star Books selection feature new paperback and hardback releases. Whether you're looking for an Easter treat, planning an early getaway and in need of a holiday read or breaking out of a reading slump, our Star Books are our go-to recommendations.