April 2025 list by Angie R.
 
Death Is Our Business: Russian Mercenaries and the New Era of Private Warfare
by John Lechner

An in-depth look at The Wagner Group, a shadowy Russian mercenary force that operated globally, intervening in conflicts, challenging U.S. influence and ultimately becoming a key instrument of Russian power and a significant threat to Vladimir Putin.

Four Red Sweaters: Powerful True Stories of Women and the Holocaust
by Lucy Adlington

The author of The Dressmakers of Auschwitz tells the stories of four Jewish girls during the Holocaust whose lives were unknowingly intertwined by their shared possession of a red sweater.

How Not to Invest: the Ideas, Numbers, and Behaviors that Destroy Wealth - and How to Avoid Them
by Barry Ritholtz

How Not To Invest lays out the most common errors investors make. Barry Ritholtz reveals his favorite mistakes, including the lessons we can learn from some of the wealthiest and most error-prone investors.

How to Win at Travel
by Brian Kelly

A travel expert offers a comprehensive guide full of practical advice on everything from leveraging points to managing travel anxiety, helping travelers of all kinds plan stress-free trips and turn their travel dreams into reality.

Killer Story: the Truth Behind True Crime Television: a Memoir
by Claire St. Amant

Claire St. Amant spent nearly a decade in network television chasing the biggest true crime stories in the country. Bringing a true crime story to network television requires quick thinking and tenacious stamina, and in her debut memoir, Claire offers true crime fans a rare in-depth look on the other side of the yellow tape.

Legends and Soles: the Memoir of an American Original
by Sonny Vaccaro

The memoir from the “Savior of Nike” provides context to media stories including the courting and signing of Michael Jordan, being investigated by the Portland FBI for corporate espionage, close relationships with NBA superstars and Hall of Fame coaches, and the high-stakes drama behind the O'Bannon lawsuit that changed the landscape of college sports.

The Lost and the Found: a True Story of Homelessness, Found Family, and Second Chances
by Kevin Fagan

An empathetic exploration of homelessness in San Francisco through the stories of Rita and Tyson, two individuals battling addiction and striving to escape their circumstances, as well as a commentary on the broader societal issues of housing inequality and addiction, shaped by the author's personal experiences and journalistic background.

Martha Stewart's Gardening Handbook: the Essential Guide to Designing, Planting, and Growing
by Martha Stewart

The first fully comprehensive gardening guide from the legendary Martha Stewart in more than 30 years, with everything you need to know to curate a beautiful, thriving garden.

100 Glues, Brews, and Goos: Kid-tested Activities that Stimulate Creativity and Critical Thinking
by Diana F. Marks

One hundred kid-tested, child-centered activities, jam-packed with critical thinking, creativity, and fun.

One Pot One Portion: 100 Simple Recipes Just for You
by Eleanor Wilkinson

Contains 100 simple, comforting one-pot recipes that yield the perfect single serving for people who cook, eat or live alone and want to eat well.

Pseudoscience: an Amusing History of Crackpot Ideas and Why We Love Them
by Lydia Kang

From the easily disproved to the wildly speculative to straight-up hucksterism, this volume from the authors of Quackery is a romp through much more than bad science. It's a light-hearted look into why we insist on believing in things such as Big Foot, astrology, and the existence of aliens.

3D Printers: a Beginner's Guide: All of the Design and Technical Basics You Need to Use Any 3D Printer
by Oliver Bothmann

This guide provides an essential introduction to 3D printing at home, covering key concepts, software like Blender and SolidWorks and offering practical tips on the latest technologies and techniques for beginners.

Windows 11 Simplified
by Paul McFedries

Windows 11 Simplified, 2nd Edition is your absolute beginner's guide to the ins and outs of Windows. Fully updated to cover Windows 11 and the latest updates from Microsoft, this highly visual guide covers all the new features in addition to the basics, giving you a one-stop resource for complete Windows 11 mastery. Every page features step-by-step screen shots and plain-English instructions that walk you through everything you need to know, no matter how new you are to Windows.

You Got This!: Recipes Anyone Can Make and Everyone Will Love
by Diane Morrisey

Versatile recipes, from Sheet Pan Lasagna to Roasted Cauliflower Curry, blending global flavors and pantry staples to create quick, adaptable meals for carnivores, pescatarians and vegetarians, emphasizing ease, creativity and practicality for home cooks of all skill levels.