Welcome to the April 2026 Library Newsletter!
 
Spring has officially sprung at Hinton Library, and April is shaping up to be a month full of creativity, curiosity, and connection for all ages! As the days get longer and the flowers start to peek through, we’ve got a lineup of programs and activities that will help your imagination grow.
 
Participate in National Poetry Month by checking out the prompts every Monday in April and writing a short poem based on the prompt for your age group. Share your poetry with us in person at our writing station or share it with us on social media, and your poem will be displayed to give inspiration to other writers!
 
April at Hinton Library is packed with programs for every age. From storytimes that spark a love of reading to crafts and hands-on activities for teens and adults, there’s a little something for everyone. It’s the perfect time to visit, explore, and discover all the ways our library can inspire learning, creativity, and community connection this season.
 
Swing by the library this month, pick up your Baby Buzz kit, join a program, or just enjoy the space and resources that make Hinton Library a hub for fun, learning, and imagination. Spring is in the air and we can’t wait to share it with you!
Sign up for select programs and get all the details at hintonlibrary.org/events
 
Check out our current calendar and more information about each program! You can download the calendar by clicking here! 
Storytime
These little readers were told stories and created crafts all about the colour red!
Early Readers' Book Club
Check out the rainbows we created for St. Patrick's Day!
STEAM Club
We got into the spring spirit, despite the weather, and made easter eggs using diamond art supplies!
Adult Craft Night
These all new crafters had a blast creating Pysanka eggs for the first time!
April 2026 Programs at a Glance
To sign up to select programs and see our full calendar of events, click here!
Please note that registration for Adult Craft Nights will now open two weeks prior to the program at 6:00pm. Registration for Paper Making will open Tuesday, April 7th at 6:00pm.
 
April Book Giveaway!
In 2026, we invite you to explore New Worlds through different genres across the shelves! Each month, a new genre will be featured, encouraging readers of all ages to step outside their usual reading habits and discover something new.
 
Sign up for Beanstack or log in to your account and enter code NEWWORLDS to join! (PS: Learn more about signing up and how to use Beanstack at hintonlibrary/org/beanstack!)
 
Track your minutes and books read, and complete genre-themed activities to earn tickets. The more you read and participate, the more tickets you collect!
 
Tickets can be spent on entries to book prize draws of your choice. Each month, three books connected to the featured genre will be available to win. Book titles will be revealed throughout the year in the tickets tab and on social media, so be sure to check back often! You can choose to spend your tickets each month or save them up for a future genre that excites you.
 
Will you explore every genre or focus on your favourites? However you read, every page brings you closer to a new world!
 
Get more information on this challenge and how it works at hintonlibrary.org/NewWorlds
 
 Coming Soon...
Here's a sneak peak at some of the books that are currently being processed by Hinton Municipal Library staff and will be available soon! PSA: We update the "Coming Soon" list on our website every week with ALL the new books coming to the Hinton Municipal Library, so click here to check it out!
 

5-Ingredient Mediterranean Cookbook: Amazingly Healthy Quick-Fix Meals by Editors Of the Harvard Common Press
5-Ingredient Mediterranean Cookbook: Amazingly Healthy Quick-Fix Meals
by Editors Of the Harvard Common Press

An expansive collection that celebrates the versatility of the Mediterranean diet... Busy home cooks would do well to check this out. --Publishers Weekly Discover just how easy it is to cook and enjoy the world's healthiest diet--without spending hours shopping for ingredients or cooking in your kitchen. Fad diets come and go, but the Mediterranean Diet is the diet that doctors and nutritionists consistently recommend, year after year. It has, after all, ranked #1 for eight years straight in the US News and World Report survey of health professionals. They like it because it provides nutritional completeness, reduces health risks, helps manage weight effectively over the long term, is easy to sustain, and is evidence-based. What could be better than all that? How about delectable foods from some of the world's tastiest cuisines--French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, and Middle Eastern, for starters? 5-Ingredient MediterraneanCookbook makes it easy to embrace this unrivaled diet with 80 delicious throw-together recipes, each with a mouthwatering photograph. The recipes include: Citrus-Marinated SalmonMediterranean Grilled ShrimpRoman Roasted ChickenPolenta with Porcini MushroomsChickpea FrittersFennel TzatzikiProvencal Herb TartletsPoached Vanilla-Scented PearsAlthough many dishes from the great Mediterranean cuisines have unwieldy ingredient lists, tricky techniques, and long cooking times, that's not the case for these amazing recipes--carefully curated to require a maximum of five ingredients and a minimum of time and fuss. Eat in the healthiest way possible without spending all day at the store or in the kitchen with the 5-Ingredient Mediterranean Cookbook.
Stolen in Death
by J. D. Robb

A violent death and a vault of stolen treasures has Eve Dallas struggling to solve crimes old and new in the next thriller in the #1 New York Times-bestselling series.A blow to the head with a block of amethyst has left multibillionaire Nathan Barrister dead--while nearby, a vault, its door ajar, sits filled with priceless paintings, jewelry, and other treasures. Lieutenant Eve Dallas's husband, Roarke--who misspent his youth in Ireland as a scrappy thief--recognizes at least two stolen pieces among the hoard. The crime scene suggests a burglar caught in the act. But only one item seems to be missing. Then it's revealed that the vault had actually belonged to the victim's late father--and no one in the household knew it was there until a recent remodeling project exposed it. To protect the family name and business, they explain to Eve, they'd been looking for a way to return the ill-gotten gains anonymously and avoid the police. But now the police are all over their elegant house, and have a bigger, bloodier mystery to solve. By all accounts, Nathan Barrister was a good man, a generous employer, a devoted husband and father. As for his father--he clearly had secrets. Now it's up to Eve and her team to find out if those secrets got Nathan killed--and if it was a crime of passion or revenge.
Stolen in Death by J. D. Robb
Romantasy Cocktails: 60 Spicy and Sweet Cocktails to Fall for by Jassy Davis
Romantasy Cocktails: 60 Spicy and Sweet Cocktails to Fall for
by Jassy Davis

Get swept off your feet by 60 dreamy, spellbinding drinks in Romantasy Cocktails.
A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping
by Sangu Mandanna

Sera Swan used to be one of the most powerful witches in Britain. Then she resurrected her great-aunt Jasmine from the (very recently) dead, lost most of her magic, befriended a semi-villainous talking fox, and was exiled from her Guild. Now she (slightly reluctantly and just a bit grumpily) helps her great-aunt run an enchanted inn in Lancashire, where she deals with her quirky guests' shenanigans, tries to keep said talking fox in check, and longs for the future that seems lost to her. But then she finds out about an old spell that could hold the key to restoring her power. Enter Luke Larsen, a handsome and icy magical historian, who arrives on a dark winter evening and might just know how to unlock the spell's secrets--
A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna
Growing Through Grief: A Compassionate Guide to Finding Meaning and Purpose After Life-Altering Loss by Alex Mammadyarov
Growing Through Grief: A Compassionate Guide to Finding Meaning and Purpose After Life-Altering Loss
by Alex Mammadyarov

Younger generations are embracing a more open and honest dialogue about grief and mental health--one that honors and integrates loss into life, rather than focusing on recovering from it. In this book, a psychotherapist and certified death doula offers a transformative approach for coping amidst significant, life-altering loss. With this compassionate and insightful guide, readers will learn to grow around their grief--rather than simply moving past it--to create greater meaning, purpose, and connection in their lives.
And Now, Back to You
by B. K. Borison

Two competing meteorologists are forced to find common ground in this opposites attract, When Harry Met Sally inspired romance, from New York Times bestselling author B.K. Borison. Jackson Clark and Delilah Stewart have had their fair share of run-ins over the years, often ending in disaster. While Jackson thrives on routine and organization from the comfort of his radio booth, Delilah loves the spontaneity and adventure out in the field. When they're partnered against their will to cover the snowstorm of the century, they find themselves scrambling to figure out how to work together. Eager to be taken seriously as a journalist, Delilah offers Jackson a deal. If he can help her ace this assignment, she'll help him rediscover his long-lost fun side. With an undiscovered chemistry burning beneath their clashes, the unlikely partnership quickly tumbles into an easy and surprising friendship. But when other feelings start to enter the equation, can Jackson and Delilah withstand the storm? Or does what happens in the mountains, stay in the mountains?-- Provided by publisher.
And Now, Back to You by B. K. Borison
Clean Magic: Essential New Tricks for a Sparkling Green Home. the Instant #1 Sunday Times Bestseller by Nancy Birtwhistle
Clean Magic: Essential New Tricks for a Sparkling Green Home. the Instant #1 Sunday Times Bestseller
by Nancy Birtwhistle

The definitive guide to green cleaning, with 100 new tips and ideas from the Sunday Times bestselling pioneer.
The Hedgewitch of Foxhall
by Anna Bright

In this gorgeous stand-alone cozy fantasy romance perfect for fans of Margaret Rogerson and Allison Saft, a rebellious witch undertakes a last-ditch quest to restore magic to medieval Wales--as two princes vie for her heart.Magic is fading from Wales--choked off by King Offa's Dyke, the enemy earthworks that spans the entire border. Even the dragons have disappeared. And now an attack is imminent.Prince Taliesin would love to watch magic die. Prince Dafydd fears it, and the throne. But when their father promises the crown to whichever son can destroy the dyke and restore magic to Wales, the brothers are forced into an uneasy rivalry.Ffion works hedgewitch magic for poor folk, not princes. Unlike the power-hungry Foxhall coven, she uses only what nature can spare. But when the coven's greed costs Ffion everything, she will need power beyond her wildest dreams to get back what she's lost.So when Prince Taliesin arrives, begrudgingly seeking a witch's aid, Ffion agrees to help him--even if it means walking from one end of Wales to the other with the most useless peacock she's ever clapped eyes on. Even if it means striking a bargain with Dafydd behind Tal's back. The fate of Wales depends on their quest . . . and so might the fate of Ffion's heart.
The Hedgewitch of Foxhall by Anna Bright
Liturgies of the Wild: Myths That Make Us by Martin Shaw
Liturgies of the Wild: Myths That Make Us
by Martin Shaw

Martin Shaw proposes that we look to the ancient technologies, the myths and initiatory rites, for help achieving maturity and wholeness. Drawing on his experience as a guide for wilderness rites of passage, Shaw teaches you to read a myth the way it wants to be read; provides vivid retellings of tales powerful enough to carry you through life's travails; and shows you how to gather and reshape your own thrown-away stories. Most vividly, he shares how these ancient technologies led him-unexpectedly-to Christ, the True Myth, by way of a thirty-year journey and a 101-night vigil in a Dartmoor forest-- Provided by publisher.
The Bones Beneath My Skin
by Tj Klune

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY AND INDIE BESTSELLER!A spine-tingling standalone novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune--a supernatural road-trip thriller featuring an extraordinary young girl and her two unlikely protectors on the run from cultists and the government.There's nothing more human than a broken heart. In the spring of 1995, Nate Cartwright has lost everything: his parents are dead, his only brother wants nothing to do with him, and he's been fired from his job as a journalist in Washington, DC. With nothing left to lose, he returns to his family's summer cabin outside the small mountain town of Roseland, Oregon, to try and find some sense of direction. The cabin should be empty. It's not. Inside is a man named Alex. And with him is an extraordinary ten-year-old girl who calls herself Artemis Darth Vader. Artemis, who isn't exactly as she appears. Soon it becomes clear that Nate must make a choice: let himself drown in the memories of his past, or fight for a future he never thought possible. Because the girl is special. And forces are descending upon them who want nothing more than to control her.
The Bones Beneath My Skin by Tj Klune
Beyond Korean: Easy Recipes for Korean, Japanese, and Chinese Favorites by Aaron Huh
Beyond Korean: Easy Recipes for Korean, Japanese, and Chinese Favorites
by Aaron Huh

Discover the flavors of Korea and beyond with 100 simple recipes for noodle dishes, soups, sandwiches, and more from Simply Korean author Aaron Huh Since 2017, Aaron Huh and his wife, Claire, have been showcasing simple Korean recipes on their popular YouTube channel, Aaron & Claire. With his laidback approach and encouraging don't worry about it! attitude, Aaron makes cooking approachable and fun. Beyond Korean introduces 100 new recipes that draw on Korean, Japanese, and Chinese culinary traditions, along with detailed breakdowns of essential ingredients and cooking techniques to ensure success. Perfect the art of traditional Korean recipes like Street-Style Korean Fried Chicken, Cucumber Kimchi, and Gochujang Noodle Soup. Fuse the flavors of Korea with other international favorites with dishes like Ground Beef Bulgogi, Creamy Gochujang Alfredo, and Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich. Dive into the world of Japanese noodles, rice bowls, and more with recipes like Chicken Katsu, Miso Ramen, and Japanese Egg Sandwich. Discover the homemade delights of popular Chinese dishes such as Kung Pao Chicken, Mongolian Beef, and Sesame Noodles. Whether you're seasoned in the Asian cuisine kitchen or just discovering the plethora of flavors the dishes of these cultures provide, Beyond Korean has just what you need.
Escape to the Northern Lights: A Hilarious and Heartwarming Escapist Romance, Perfect to Curl Up with
by Carrie Walker

An escapist, second-chances rom-com, for readers of Marian Keyes and Lindsey Kelk.
Escape to the Northern Lights: A Hilarious and Heartwarming Escapist Romance, Perfect to Curl Up with by Carrie Walker
The Ramadan Kitchen: Nourishing Recipes from Fast to Feast by Ilhan Mohamed Abdi
The Ramadan Kitchen: Nourishing Recipes from Fast to Feast
by Ilhan Mohamed Abdi

This sumptuous cookbook celebrates the rich tapestry of Ramadan culinary traditions from around the world, with over 80 nutritious, time-saving and flavorful recipes to help families enjoy this joyous season without stress. The holy month of Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, connection and renewal, and the dishes prepared during this month often become treasured traditions passed down through generations. Drawing on flavors from East and North Africa, the Middle East and the wider Muslim diaspora, this thoughtful collection of recipes has been crafted with warmth and care for the way we cook today--incorporating dishes that have been inherited, reimagined, or newly formed. With simple, satisfying meals suited to the quiet rhythms of suhoor and iftar, as well as generous Eid spreads to share with family and friends, this is a rich and heartfelt tribute to the foods that gather us during Ramadan and beyond. In this sumptuous cookbook, food writer Ilhan Mohamed Abdi weaves personal stories with the flavors of her Somali-Egyptian heritage, along with easy-to-make dishes influenced by Ramadan food traditions from around the world. More than just a collection of recipes, it is a celebration of cultural heritage, a source of inspiration, and a bridge connecting generations. With a focus on authenticity, global diversity, timeless appeal, and ease of use, this is a book to be cherished. Recipes include: Somali Bur--fried dough balls in sugar syrup 15-Minute Somali Rice Suqaar Chicken with Filo Refreshing Watermelon and Lime Drink Fuul (Fava Bean Stew) Mini Date and Cinnamon Rolls Contents: Introduction: Covers the significance of Ramadan, preparing for Ramadan, meal planning, grocery tips and more Suhoor, Pre-Sawn Meals: Quick and nutrient-dense recipes for a wholesome start Iftar, Breaking the Fast: Classic Iftar recipes that honor heritage, with time-saving techniques for traditional dishes Main Courses & Hearty Dinners: Comforting soups, stews and curries, with many vegetarian and vegan options Bread: Traditional flatbreads, samosas and no-knead bakes Sweets and Desserts: Traditional sweets with simplified methods and no-bake and quick desserts
One eRead/Un Livrel Canada is a digital book club connecting readers and libraries from across Canada.
 
The selection for 2026 is What I Know About You by Éric Chacour, originally published in French as «Ce que je sais de toi» and translated by Pablo Strauss.
 
For the month of April, the ebook and audiobook will be available through Libby with no holds or waitlists. The French audiobook can be enjoyed by going to Radio-Canada’s OHdio.
 
Click HERE to see a list of all of our Electronic Resources.
 
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