Cirrus@Austlit

'The true story of one of Australia's top cops for readers of I CATCH KILLERS and THE GOOD COP

'Nick Kaldas is a cop's cop. From investigating war criminals to taking down global drug operations, Kaldas has seen the worst humanity can offer. But he's also seen which human qualities can lead to greatness.

'This is the compelling true story of an immigrant boy from Egypt who rose from beat cop to be one of the most senior police in Australia. During his time in the NSW police force, he was one of Australia's first Arab undercover cops, headed up both the Homicide and Gang Squad units, reformed the Counter Terrorism team and then became the Deputy Police Commissioner.

'But he has also faced down some of the toughest, most brutal criminal organisations in the world. In the Middle East, he was hand-picked by the United Nations to investigate the assassination of Lebanese prime minister Rafik Hariri; investigate the illegal use of chemical weapons in Syria; and was a director of UNRWA, the UN agency tasked with assisting Palestinian refugees.

'Whether he is negotiating a hostage situation or gaining the trust of the Syrian secret police, Kaldas has learned a thing or two about resilience, courage and fortitude. In this memoir, Kaldas describes the most challenging cases that have shaped him; shares his key principles of what makes a great leader; and reveals what it takes to stand up for what's right in the face of insurmountable opposition.'  (Publication summary)

'Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy.

'Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the perfect book will find its way home.

'Now Mim has arrived in Salzburg -- the town of Mozart and mountains, gardens and castles, Sacher torte and sausages ... and Mum! Why is she here? And why doesn't she recognise Mim and Nat?

'Mim knows they're here to help Mum remember. To show her love and patience. To fix her muddled mind.

'If only they could find Mum the right book. If only Dad would stop giving everyone the same silly book.' (Publication summary)

'The hilarious and unmissable new series about Gilbert, a boy whose best friend is an imaginary giant fluffy bunny called Fluff, from the creator who brought us The Odds, Funny Kid and Bored.

'Gilbert is determined to win the local surfing competition and he will do anything to make it happen.

'To be a real winner, maybe he needs ...

'A BUNNY TO BEND THE RULES!

'A hilarious story full of heart and packed with disguises, octopuses, lawn bowls and boxing grandpas!

'From the creator of Funny Kid and The Odds comes ... the best friend you could ever imagine ... Fluff!'  (Publication summary)

''Hello! I'm Costa, and welcome to my garden. Let's discover the joy of nature together.'

'Flowers are the part of a plant that smiles. Flowers make us smile too!

'And there are so many different kinds of flowers – all the colours of the rainbow.

'Join Australia's favourite garden gnome as he shares the awe and wonder of the natural world with young readers.'  (Publication summary)

'Empower young kids with the help of the critically acclaimed Teeny Tiny Stevies

'You're not the boss of what other people think,
what they say and how they exist.
You're not the boss of how someone else behaves --
the positions they take and the decisions they make.
But you ARE the boss of one thing ...

'From Byll and Beth Stephen, the writers behind the ABC TV musical sensation Teeny Tiny Stevies, comes a book to show young kids everywhere their minds are their own.' (Publication summary)

'Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.

'When his friends start talking about a new scary movie, Max realises they don't just want to laugh ... they also want to scream!

'Max is the funny kid, but does he know how to make his own scary movie?

'An oversupply of slime, a bumbling babysitter, a ghastly ghost, a melodramatic mummy and a terrifying beast called Duckenstein are just some of the things in store for Max and his friends in this brand-new Funny Kid adventure.' (Publication summary)

'A wondrous walkabout through the mountains from Gumbaynggirr artist Melissa Greenwood, the creator of the heart-stirring picture books Miimi Marraal, Mother Earth, My Little Barlaagany, Giinagay Gaagal, Hello Ocean and Miimi and Buwaarr, Mother and Baby.

'The juluum (mountain) watches over us as we walk proudly on Country.
Me, Jinda, Miimi and Gami take note of all the subtle changes in nature
as we walk up, up the rocky path towards the peaks.

'Join the family as they journey through the mountains, observing animals, plants and trees, waterways and high peaks. Their ancestors and the mountain watch over them.

'A lyrical and heart-stirring series by Gumbaynggirr artist Melissa Greenwood.

'Gumbaynggirr translation included.' (Publication summary) 

'After there'd been a robbery in a block of Wiluna retirement units, two police officers arrive to begin their investigations. They knock on the front door of the first unit in the block. An old lady answers.

''Lady,' says one of the police officers, 'where were you between 5 and 6?'

''I'm not exactly sure, officer,' replies the old lady, 'but I was most probably in kindergarten.'

'Australia's outback police have seen it all: natural disasters, incredible acts of selflessness, unspeakable crimes and daring rescues, to name just a few. And they've met some unforgettable characters along the way. This memorable and eye-opening collection of real-life accounts from cops on the frontline in the heart of Australia is by turns inspiring, poignant, heartbreaking and hilarious.

'Bill 'Swampy' Marsh is an award-winning writer and performer of stories, songs and plays. He spent most of his youth in rural south-western NSW and now lives in Adelaide. Swampy is one of ABC Books' bestselling authors of Australian stories; this is his twentieth book.'  (Publication summary)

'Simply a great middle-grade read for all kids -- fun, funny, relatable and a little bit cheeky. Just like Dylan.

''My life so far has been pretty primo.
At home I've got a great family (sure, even my big brother, Jack, when he's not being a total pain) and my pet legless lizard, Pogo (she can lick her own eyeballs, really).
At school there's my awesome friends Yusuf, Gemma and my best mate, Hannah. In between there's coding, mixing tracks and shooting hoops.
Now it's time for something new -- high school.
Confession, I'm not always a fan of new things.'

'When old friends and new collide, a teacher called Grumps is on your tail, and the school talent show looks like turning into a real-life drama, twelve-year-old Dylan discovers his family motto is going to come in handy -- it's not all about you.' (Publication summary)

'John and Elizabeth Gould sailed into Australia on a cold spring day in 1838 prepared for the most astonishing adventure of their lives. They had crossed three oceans from their London home to find the treasures of Australia's birdlife and showcase them to the outside world.

'Elizabeth had fallen pregnant for the seventh time at just 34, and there would be little rest for her in illustrating her husband's exquisite books that had made him England's celebrated 'Bird Man', and a force of nature in both science and publishing. Elizabeth had always worked in his shadow, but perhaps with his new book The Birds of Australia she would finally receive the deserved acclaim for her work.

'Gould had studied birds from the Galapagos Islands and helped Charles Darwin expound his controversial theory of evolution by natural selection. In Australia, with the help of Aboriginal guides, he would gaze upon a vast array of Australian wildlife which would generate huge praise and profits.

'The Birds of Australia would become a landmark publication and cement the reputation of the husband and wife team forever, but tragically it was one that Elizabeth would never see. This rollicking story of the astute Gould and his brilliant wife brings Elizabeth and her extraordinary talent to life - the woman behind the man and his fame - as well as the incredible array of Australian birds and wildlife that astonished the world.'  (Publication summary)

'The Nazis want everyone to be the same. If you're different, you don't belong.

'Not belonging is dangerous ...

'Anna's little sister, Eva, is frail and needs time to learn new things. She has a huge heart and a gift for loving, but Hitler doesn't value such riches. And so she's hidden away. Safe for now, but with the threat of discovery always near.

'Anna does her best to bring joy and light to Eva's small life with stories, trinkets and treasures from the outside world. But soon, more children need hiding. Risks are taken -- by Anna, by her best friend Udo, by a Nazi seamstress and feisty Brunhilde. Until Anna wonders if any of them will make it through the war ...

'Loyalty and love. Family and friendship. Understanding and tolerance. Right and wrong. Multi-award-winning Australian author Katrina Nannestad explores it all in this thrilling and powerful historical novel.' (Publication summary)

'An inclusive picture book for parents everywhere.

'In every country around the world are dads - some short, some tall.
Though they go by different names, we love them one and all.

'From bestselling duo Ashleigh Barton and Martina Heiduczek comes a heartfelt and charming book that celebrates the many different ways we say dad.

'What Do You Call Your Dad? is a love letter to fathers and families from every corner of the globe.' (Publication summary)