Cirrus@Austlit

'Author Trent Dalton recalls being moved to tears when he sat in early rehearsals for the theatrical adaptation of his bestselling novel Boy Swallows Universe.' (Introduction)

'Martu woman Karen Wyld knew exactly who she was writing for in her latest non-fiction children's book.'

'Welcome to ABC Arts' monthly book column. Each month, we'll present a shortlist of new releases read and recommended by The Bookshelf's Kate Evans and The Book Show's Claire Nichols and Sarah L'Estrange — alongside freelance writers and book reviewers. This month, we're thrilled to present recommendations from Declan Fry and Khalid Warsame.' (Introduction)

'Iconic Coco Chanel suits, Givenchy dresses, Christian Dior stilettos and a Vivienne Westwood turban are among the designer garments and accessories owned and worn by the late Gay Welch, a Brisbane woman who is considered one of Australia's first "supermodels".' (Introduction)

'For many of us, bagpipes are a love or hate affair, but Burnie tailor Terrence Rigney loved his so much that he took them to war and along the Kokoda Track.' (Introduction)

'Just one British author has made the shortlist for the UK's prestigious Booker Prize, announced on Tuesday afternoon (London time) in a live-streamed ceremony.' (Introduction)

'Australia's major music awards are doing away with gendered categories in order to make the competition more inclusive at a time of upheaval in the industry over gender and racial equality.' (Introduction)

'Alan Lancaster, a founding member of British rock group Status Quo who lived more than half his life in Australia, has died in Sydney at the age of 72.' (Introduction)

'As communities across parts of south-eastern Australia continue the journey of recovery after the devastating Black Summer bushfires, the creators of a new ABC series hope it will help people better understand the experiences of those who bore the brunt of the disaster.' (Introduction)

'Moulin Rouge! The Musical has cleaned up at the Tony Awards in a subdued awards year that saw just a fraction of the usual shows nominated due to Broadway's COVID shutdown.' (Introduction)