Most Anticipated Books by Canadian Authors: Must-Read New Releases of April 2025
The Night Sparrow by Shelly Saunders
This is an intense, emotional dive into the life of Elena Bruskina, a young Soviet woman whose world is shattered by the Nazi invasion.
After losing her family in unimaginable ways, she escapes and trains as a sniper, hoping for revenge. But war is messy, and Elena’s path takes unexpected turns when she’s reassigned to a secret mission that could change everything.
It’s inspired by the women who fought in WWII, and it’s all about resilience, loss, and finding courage when everything feels lost.
Arriving April 1st, 2025
Published by HarperCollins
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Small Ceremonies by Kyle Edwards
Set against a Winnipeg backdrop, this book follows two Indigenous teens navigating the pressures of identity, friendship, and hockey in a city that doesn’t exactly have their back.
But it’s not just about them, Edwards pulls together voices from across the community, from a struggling journalist to a lonely rink attendant, weaving their stories toward a night no one sees coming.
It’s sharp, heartfelt, and quietly powerful.
Arriving April 1st, 2025
Published by McClelland & Stewart
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Finding Flora by Elinor Florence
Flora Craigie is a runaway from her abusive husband in 1905 Alberta, determined to start over on the wild prairies.
Her neighbours are an all-female crew as unconventional as the times demand; widows, Métis horse trainers, and fiercely independent women all banding together to survive.
But the Wild West isn’t just about harsh weather, it’s threats from men, corrupt governments, and one man Flora can’t outrun. It’s historical fiction with grit, heart, and a touch of rebellion.
Arriving April 1st, 2025
Published by Simon & Schuster
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The Maid's Secret by Nita Prose
Molly Gray’s life as the Head Maid at the Regency Grand Hotel takes a wild turn when a reality TV crew uncovers a priceless family heirloom among her grandmother’s belongings.
But when the treasure is stolen, Molly is thrust into a high-stakes mystery that unravels her family’s hidden past.
With danger looming, Molly must uncover the truth before the secrets of the past put her future at risk.
Arriving April 8th, 2025.
Published by Penguin Canada.
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The Twisted Throne by Danielle L. Jensen
Ahnna’s spent her life fighting for her homeland, and now she’s supposed to save it by marrying into a wealthy kingdom.
But Harendell’s glittering surface hides dark secrets, and things get messier when she falls for the wrong prince, her fiancé’s brother.
With politics, betrayals, and forbidden romance, this one’s a cocktail of high stakes and fantasy drama.
Arriving April 8th, 2025
Published by Random House Worlds
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Death at the Savoy by Ron Base & Prudence Emery
Think 1960s glamour, the Savoy Hotel, and celebrities rubbing elbows until a dead body shows up in Room 705.
Priscilla Tempest, the hotel’s press officer, is dragged into the chaos with her sharp wit and knack for trouble.
It’s fun, atmospheric, and full of twists, with a retro-mystery vibe.
Arriving April 8th, 2025
Published by Douglas And McIntyre (2013) Ltd.
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Scandal at the Savoy by Ron Base & Prudence Emery
Priscilla Tempest is back, and trouble is hot on her heels in the swinging ’60s. This time, a glamorous showgirl is murdered, and Priscilla’s alibi?
Let’s just say it involves a certain Canadian prime minister.
With blackmail, gangsters, and all the chaos you’d expect from London’s most iconic hotel, this sequel doubles down on humour, intrigue, and glitzy drama.
Arriving April 8th, 2025
Published by Douglas And McIntyre (2013) Ltd.
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A Great Country by Shilpi Somaya Gowda
When the Shah family moves into a picture-perfect California suburb, it feels like they’ve made it. But when their youngest son is arrested one night, everything fractures.
Suddenly, the family is forced to confront what it means to succeed in America and the unspoken tensions between generations.
This one’s thought-provoking and deeply human, peeling back layers of identity, ambition, and belonging.
Arriving April 15th, 2025
Published by Doubleday Canada
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Hitman: The Untold Story of Canada’s Deadliest Assassin by Julian Sher & Lisa Fitterman
Yves “Apache” Trudeau wasn’t just a hitman, he was one of Canada’s most prolific killers.
This true crime read dives into his life as a Hells Angels assassin, his shocking turn as a government informant, and the legal chaos that followed.
With exclusive interviews and meticulous research, it’s an unflinching look at the dark side of organized crime.
Arriving April 15th, 2025
Published by HarperCollins
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On Isabella Street by Genevieve Graham
Two women in 1967 Toronto couldn’t be more different: Marion is a psychiatrist fighting to keep mental institutions open, while Sassy is a free-spirited folk singer tangled in Vietnam War protests.
But when their lives collide in one apartment building, an unlikely friendship forms, one that will be tested by tragedy and the era’s turbulent social changes.
It’s heartfelt, reflective, and brimming with the spirit of the sixties.
Arriving April 22nd, 2025
Published by Simon & Schuster
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Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress by Max Kerman
Max Kerman, frontman of Arkells, gets candid about what it really means to live a creative life.
From songwriting and performing to the nuts and bolts of building a band, Max explores the joy (and grind) of making art, offering inspiration for anyone chasing their own creative spark.
It’s funny, thoughtful, and packed with advice for dreamers and doers alike.
Arriving April 22nd, 2025.
Published by Penguin Canada
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Favourite Daughter by Morgan Dick
Two women. One inheritance.
Mickey’s broke and bitter, but she’ll sit through therapy if it means cashing in.
Arlo adored her father until he left everything to a stranger. Now, their paths collide in unexpected ways as they uncover secrets about the man who shaped their lives.
Sharp, emotional, and full of messy family dynamics, this one’s impossible to put down.
Arriving April 29th, 2025
Published by Doubleday Canada
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