Darren Shan
@darrenshan.com
The official Bluesky profile for Darren Shan, author of Cirque Du Freak, The Demonata, Zom-B, Archibald Lox, etc.
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Darren Shan
@darrenshan.com
· Sep 22
The Terrified Troll, my first ever picture book, is done and dusted! Hurrah!
To find out how many we made, and how you can maybe buy one of the first print copies even if you missed out when we were running the crowdfunder, click here: darrenshan.com/news/the-ter...
To find out how many we made, and how you can maybe buy one of the first print copies even if you missed out when we were running the crowdfunder, click here: darrenshan.com/news/the-ter...
I know the Cirque Du Freak movie divides opinion, but it made an AOL list of The Best Classic Halloween Movies of All Time. 😀
The listings for each film are brief, but if you'd like to check out what the compilers recommend, click on the following link:
www.aol.com/articles/def...
The listings for each film are brief, but if you'd like to check out what the compilers recommend, click on the following link:
www.aol.com/articles/def...
The Best Classic Halloween Movies of All Time (And How to Watch Them)
How many of the best Halloween movies ever made have you seen? We break them down, from cult classics to scary new horror movies you can stream now.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:11 PM
I know the Cirque Du Freak movie divides opinion, but it made an AOL list of The Best Classic Halloween Movies of All Time. 😀
The listings for each film are brief, but if you'd like to check out what the compilers recommend, click on the following link:
www.aol.com/articles/def...
The listings for each film are brief, but if you'd like to check out what the compilers recommend, click on the following link:
www.aol.com/articles/def...
An interview with me, by the Hungarian site ROCKSTATION, just went live. In it, I talk about my musical tastes, bands and songs that I like, etc. If you'd like to check it out, click here:
rockstation.blog.hu/2025/11/14/k...
rockstation.blog.hu/2025/11/14/k...
Keményen kell dolgozni, hogy a legtöbbet hozd ki a tehetségedből
A zene mellett a másik nagy szenvedélyem az olvasás, az írás. Úgy gondolom, hogy hiába vagyunk egy rock-metal zenével foglalkozó oldal, azért néha lehet egy kicsit kitekinteni, és megmutatni valami új...
rockstation.blog.hu
November 14, 2025 at 12:34 PM
An interview with me, by the Hungarian site ROCKSTATION, just went live. In it, I talk about my musical tastes, bands and songs that I like, etc. If you'd like to check it out, click here:
rockstation.blog.hu/2025/11/14/k...
rockstation.blog.hu/2025/11/14/k...
I loved the Triple Trouble exhibition at Newport Street Gallery - Damien Hirst, Shepard Fairey & Invader. The most fun I’ve had in a gallery in a long time. Highly recommend if you’re in London and don’t mind getting off the beaten track!
November 13, 2025 at 6:26 PM
I loved the Triple Trouble exhibition at Newport Street Gallery - Damien Hirst, Shepard Fairey & Invader. The most fun I’ve had in a gallery in a long time. Highly recommend if you’re in London and don’t mind getting off the beaten track!
On tour I met a Shanster called CHRIS who told me he was in a band called WEAK ASLEEP, and one of their songs had been influenced by Des Tiny in my vampire series.
You can listen to it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCmA...
And this is their Spotify page: open.spotify.com/artist/0bS7z...?
You can listen to it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCmA...
And this is their Spotify page: open.spotify.com/artist/0bS7z...?
Vampires At Night
YouTube video by Weak Asleep - Topic
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November 12, 2025 at 2:31 PM
On tour I met a Shanster called CHRIS who told me he was in a band called WEAK ASLEEP, and one of their songs had been influenced by Des Tiny in my vampire series.
You can listen to it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCmA...
And this is their Spotify page: open.spotify.com/artist/0bS7z...?
You can listen to it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCmA...
And this is their Spotify page: open.spotify.com/artist/0bS7z...?
Some final pics from my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour!
I had an amazing time out on the road this year. Thanks to all the staff of the stores who hosted me, and to all of YOU who turned up and waited patiently in line.
Let's all do it again for the 50th anniversary, yeah?!? 😂👻❤️
I had an amazing time out on the road this year. Thanks to all the staff of the stores who hosted me, and to all of YOU who turned up and waited patiently in line.
Let's all do it again for the 50th anniversary, yeah?!? 😂👻❤️
November 11, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Some final pics from my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour!
I had an amazing time out on the road this year. Thanks to all the staff of the stores who hosted me, and to all of YOU who turned up and waited patiently in line.
Let's all do it again for the 50th anniversary, yeah?!? 😂👻❤️
I had an amazing time out on the road this year. Thanks to all the staff of the stores who hosted me, and to all of YOU who turned up and waited patiently in line.
Let's all do it again for the 50th anniversary, yeah?!? 😂👻❤️
Look what I spotted lurking near my hotel this morning!
It’s the last day of my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour. I’m signing in:
WATERSTONES BOURNEMOUTH CASTLEPOINT at 10.30am.
WATERSTONES SOUTHAMPTON at 3pm.
All are welcome.
It’s the last day of my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour. I’m signing in:
WATERSTONES BOURNEMOUTH CASTLEPOINT at 10.30am.
WATERSTONES SOUTHAMPTON at 3pm.
All are welcome.
November 9, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Look what I spotted lurking near my hotel this morning!
It’s the last day of my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour. I’m signing in:
WATERSTONES BOURNEMOUTH CASTLEPOINT at 10.30am.
WATERSTONES SOUTHAMPTON at 3pm.
All are welcome.
It’s the last day of my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour. I’m signing in:
WATERSTONES BOURNEMOUTH CASTLEPOINT at 10.30am.
WATERSTONES SOUTHAMPTON at 3pm.
All are welcome.
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Never meet your heroes - unless your hero is @darrenshan.com. Definitely meet him.
Thank you for your impact on my youth, and my world, with your stories.
Coolio!
Thank you for your impact on my youth, and my world, with your stories.
Coolio!
November 7, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Never meet your heroes - unless your hero is @darrenshan.com. Definitely meet him.
Thank you for your impact on my youth, and my world, with your stories.
Coolio!
Thank you for your impact on my youth, and my world, with your stories.
Coolio!
If you ever wondered how freaky authors kill a couple of spare hours before signing in WATERSTONES CARDIFF at 4pm… wonder no more!!! 😂😂😂
November 7, 2025 at 1:12 PM
If you ever wondered how freaky authors kill a couple of spare hours before signing in WATERSTONES CARDIFF at 4pm… wonder no more!!! 😂😂😂
On my way to CARDIFF for a signing in WATERSTONES at 4pm. It’s going to be a big crowd, so my advice is to get there early if you can, I might even start signing a bit before 4…
The cool biscuits were a gift from GEORGE and taste as nice as they look! 😂❤️
The cool biscuits were a gift from GEORGE and taste as nice as they look! 😂❤️
November 7, 2025 at 10:57 AM
On my way to CARDIFF for a signing in WATERSTONES at 4pm. It’s going to be a big crowd, so my advice is to get there early if you can, I might even start signing a bit before 4…
The cool biscuits were a gift from GEORGE and taste as nice as they look! 😂❤️
The cool biscuits were a gift from GEORGE and taste as nice as they look! 😂❤️
I’ll be signing in Waterstones COVENTRY at 4pm today. Everyone is welcome - just turn up and join the line. They will have copies of the 25th anniversary edition of Cirque Du Freak on sale, and you are more than welcome to bring books from home too - no limits!
November 6, 2025 at 2:10 PM
I’ll be signing in Waterstones COVENTRY at 4pm today. Everyone is welcome - just turn up and join the line. They will have copies of the 25th anniversary edition of Cirque Du Freak on sale, and you are more than welcome to bring books from home too - no limits!
Today's the big day -- the start of the final leg of my 25th anniversary of Cirque Du Freak tour!
I'll be signing in WATERSTONES BIRMINGHAM on the High Street from 4.30pm.
All are welcome. Want to be strangled by Darren Shan?!? This is your chance!!! 😂
I'll be signing in WATERSTONES BIRMINGHAM on the High Street from 4.30pm.
All are welcome. Want to be strangled by Darren Shan?!? This is your chance!!! 😂
November 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Today's the big day -- the start of the final leg of my 25th anniversary of Cirque Du Freak tour!
I'll be signing in WATERSTONES BIRMINGHAM on the High Street from 4.30pm.
All are welcome. Want to be strangled by Darren Shan?!? This is your chance!!! 😂
I'll be signing in WATERSTONES BIRMINGHAM on the High Street from 4.30pm.
All are welcome. Want to be strangled by Darren Shan?!? This is your chance!!! 😂
The final leg of my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour starts TOMORROW!
I'm hitting @Waterstones stores in:
BIRMINGHAM
COVENTRY
CARDIFF
BRISTOL
READING
BOURNEMOUTH
SOUTHAMPTON
You can find more details in my monthly newsletter by searching online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY L.
I'm hitting @Waterstones stores in:
BIRMINGHAM
COVENTRY
CARDIFF
BRISTOL
READING
BOURNEMOUTH
SOUTHAMPTON
You can find more details in my monthly newsletter by searching online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY L.
November 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The final leg of my 25th anniversary Cirque Du Freak tour starts TOMORROW!
I'm hitting @Waterstones stores in:
BIRMINGHAM
COVENTRY
CARDIFF
BRISTOL
READING
BOURNEMOUTH
SOUTHAMPTON
You can find more details in my monthly newsletter by searching online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY L.
I'm hitting @Waterstones stores in:
BIRMINGHAM
COVENTRY
CARDIFF
BRISTOL
READING
BOURNEMOUTH
SOUTHAMPTON
You can find more details in my monthly newsletter by searching online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY L.
Why's this lady of the shades so excited?! Because the November issue of my monthly newsletter is live!
Details for the final leg of my 25th anniversary CDF tour!
Episode 4 of Cirque DUB Freak!
A new interview with me!
Search for SHANVILLE MONTHLY on your browser of choice.
Details for the final leg of my 25th anniversary CDF tour!
Episode 4 of Cirque DUB Freak!
A new interview with me!
Search for SHANVILLE MONTHLY on your browser of choice.
November 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Why's this lady of the shades so excited?! Because the November issue of my monthly newsletter is live!
Details for the final leg of my 25th anniversary CDF tour!
Episode 4 of Cirque DUB Freak!
A new interview with me!
Search for SHANVILLE MONTHLY on your browser of choice.
Details for the final leg of my 25th anniversary CDF tour!
Episode 4 of Cirque DUB Freak!
A new interview with me!
Search for SHANVILLE MONTHLY on your browser of choice.
Reposted by Darren Shan
I've been reading the Demonata series by
@darrenshan.com
and felt inspired to draw some characters.
So, here's my take on Lord Loss!
I went for a more horror-like look for this one.
Hope you like it :D
(also made a bonus cover)
#fanart #art
@darrenshan.com
and felt inspired to draw some characters.
So, here's my take on Lord Loss!
I went for a more horror-like look for this one.
Hope you like it :D
(also made a bonus cover)
#fanart #art
November 3, 2025 at 8:40 AM
I've been reading the Demonata series by
@darrenshan.com
and felt inspired to draw some characters.
So, here's my take on Lord Loss!
I went for a more horror-like look for this one.
Hope you like it :D
(also made a bonus cover)
#fanart #art
@darrenshan.com
and felt inspired to draw some characters.
So, here's my take on Lord Loss!
I went for a more horror-like look for this one.
Hope you like it :D
(also made a bonus cover)
#fanart #art
Went to see a new show called CONNIE in the Theatre Royal in Limerick last night. A real-life story, beautifully staged, STRONGLY recommended.
Was completely sold out but extra shows have been put on next weekend. Go if you can - it's fab!!
limetreetheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
#Connie
Was completely sold out but extra shows have been put on next weekend. Go if you can - it's fab!!
limetreetheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
#Connie
November 2, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Went to see a new show called CONNIE in the Theatre Royal in Limerick last night. A real-life story, beautifully staged, STRONGLY recommended.
Was completely sold out but extra shows have been put on next weekend. Go if you can - it's fab!!
limetreetheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
#Connie
Was completely sold out but extra shows have been put on next weekend. Go if you can - it's fab!!
limetreetheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
#Connie
Episode 4 of CIRQUE DUB FREAK went live yesterday, on Halloween!
It's the point in the story where Darren settles down to a lovely, fun relationship with Madam Octa... only for DesTiny to have other plans in mind!
You can watch the episode here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzMh...
It's the point in the story where Darren settles down to a lovely, fun relationship with Madam Octa... only for DesTiny to have other plans in mind!
You can watch the episode here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzMh...
Cirque DUB Freak | (The Saga of Darren Shan: Manga Dub) Episode 4
YouTube video by Meggie-Elise
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November 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Episode 4 of CIRQUE DUB FREAK went live yesterday, on Halloween!
It's the point in the story where Darren settles down to a lovely, fun relationship with Madam Octa... only for DesTiny to have other plans in mind!
You can watch the episode here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzMh...
It's the point in the story where Darren settles down to a lovely, fun relationship with Madam Octa... only for DesTiny to have other plans in mind!
You can watch the episode here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzMh...
Reposted by Darren Shan
October 31, 2025 at 9:24 PM
The good Shansters of Belfast came out in their droves yesterday and I ended up signing for 4 and a half hours - amazing!
Next week I’ll be hitting Birmingham, Coventry, Cardiff, Bristol, Reading, Bournemouth and Southampton. For more info, search online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY.
Next week I’ll be hitting Birmingham, Coventry, Cardiff, Bristol, Reading, Bournemouth and Southampton. For more info, search online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY.
October 31, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The good Shansters of Belfast came out in their droves yesterday and I ended up signing for 4 and a half hours - amazing!
Next week I’ll be hitting Birmingham, Coventry, Cardiff, Bristol, Reading, Bournemouth and Southampton. For more info, search online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY.
Next week I’ll be hitting Birmingham, Coventry, Cardiff, Bristol, Reading, Bournemouth and Southampton. For more info, search online for SHANVILLE MONTHLY.
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PICTURES: Limerick's own Darren Shan meets local readers
PICTURES: Limerick's own Darren Shan meets local readers
Darren Shan visited O'Mahony's Booksellers in Limerick to meet fans and sign the 25th anniversary publication of his book, Cirque du Freak
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October 30, 2025 at 6:08 PM
PICTURES: Limerick's own Darren Shan meets local readers
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⚔️ Even in Death May You be Triumphant ⚔️
It's difficult to put into words how much of an honour it was to meet Darren Shan verified today. Niamh and I were pretty starstruck but thankfully found the words to speak to him without sounding garbled or insane (sort of)
Forever grateful!
#booksigning
It's difficult to put into words how much of an honour it was to meet Darren Shan verified today. Niamh and I were pretty starstruck but thankfully found the words to speak to him without sounding garbled or insane (sort of)
Forever grateful!
#booksigning
October 30, 2025 at 7:01 PM
⚔️ Even in Death May You be Triumphant ⚔️
It's difficult to put into words how much of an honour it was to meet Darren Shan verified today. Niamh and I were pretty starstruck but thankfully found the words to speak to him without sounding garbled or insane (sort of)
Forever grateful!
#booksigning
It's difficult to put into words how much of an honour it was to meet Darren Shan verified today. Niamh and I were pretty starstruck but thankfully found the words to speak to him without sounding garbled or insane (sort of)
Forever grateful!
#booksigning
I’ve hit BELFAST and the view from my hotel room isn’t too shabby!!! 😂👻
I’m signing in WATERSTONES at 4pm. All are welcome. You can buy books there and/or bring books from home. Just be careful on your way - I hear it’s supposed to be quite windy here today!!!
I’m signing in WATERSTONES at 4pm. All are welcome. You can buy books there and/or bring books from home. Just be careful on your way - I hear it’s supposed to be quite windy here today!!!
October 30, 2025 at 11:56 AM
I’ve hit BELFAST and the view from my hotel room isn’t too shabby!!! 😂👻
I’m signing in WATERSTONES at 4pm. All are welcome. You can buy books there and/or bring books from home. Just be careful on your way - I hear it’s supposed to be quite windy here today!!!
I’m signing in WATERSTONES at 4pm. All are welcome. You can buy books there and/or bring books from home. Just be careful on your way - I hear it’s supposed to be quite windy here today!!!
I've been loving the Halloween celebrations in Derry. My kind of city!
This evening I’m doing an event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE, starting at 5pm.
Tomorrow, Thursday, I’m doing a signing session at 4pm, in Waterstones Belfast.
All are welcome - you can just turn up to either event.
This evening I’m doing an event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE, starting at 5pm.
Tomorrow, Thursday, I’m doing a signing session at 4pm, in Waterstones Belfast.
All are welcome - you can just turn up to either event.
October 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM
I've been loving the Halloween celebrations in Derry. My kind of city!
This evening I’m doing an event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE, starting at 5pm.
Tomorrow, Thursday, I’m doing a signing session at 4pm, in Waterstones Belfast.
All are welcome - you can just turn up to either event.
This evening I’m doing an event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE, starting at 5pm.
Tomorrow, Thursday, I’m doing a signing session at 4pm, in Waterstones Belfast.
All are welcome - you can just turn up to either event.
Two chances to meet me in Northern Ireland this week!
Wednesday, 29 October, 5pm - event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE. www.waterstones.com/events/darre...
Thursday, 30 October, 4pm - signing in Waterstones BELFAST. www.waterstones.com/events/meet-...
Wednesday, 29 October, 5pm - event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE. www.waterstones.com/events/darre...
Thursday, 30 October, 4pm - signing in Waterstones BELFAST. www.waterstones.com/events/meet-...
October 28, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Two chances to meet me in Northern Ireland this week!
Wednesday, 29 October, 5pm - event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE. www.waterstones.com/events/darre...
Thursday, 30 October, 4pm - signing in Waterstones BELFAST. www.waterstones.com/events/meet-...
Wednesday, 29 October, 5pm - event in Waterstones FOYLESIDE. www.waterstones.com/events/darre...
Thursday, 30 October, 4pm - signing in Waterstones BELFAST. www.waterstones.com/events/meet-...
I was recently interviewed by DANIEL HEAPHY for his podcast, CREATIVELY ME.
You can listen to it on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/0zhr...
To check out Daniel's Instagram page, where you can see a short video clip of me, click here: www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/
You can listen to it on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/0zhr...
To check out Daniel's Instagram page, where you can see a short video clip of me, click here: www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/
October 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM
I was recently interviewed by DANIEL HEAPHY for his podcast, CREATIVELY ME.
You can listen to it on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/0zhr...
To check out Daniel's Instagram page, where you can see a short video clip of me, click here: www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/
You can listen to it on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/0zhr...
To check out Daniel's Instagram page, where you can see a short video clip of me, click here: www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/
Some photos from my event in Limerick yesterday. Many came. All were strangled!! 😂
I’m up North in Ireland this coming week, in Waterstones Foyleside (Derry) on Wednesday at 5pm, then Waterstone's Belfast on Thursday at 4pm. Come one, come all!!
I’m up North in Ireland this coming week, in Waterstones Foyleside (Derry) on Wednesday at 5pm, then Waterstone's Belfast on Thursday at 4pm. Come one, come all!!
October 26, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Some photos from my event in Limerick yesterday. Many came. All were strangled!! 😂
I’m up North in Ireland this coming week, in Waterstones Foyleside (Derry) on Wednesday at 5pm, then Waterstone's Belfast on Thursday at 4pm. Come one, come all!!
I’m up North in Ireland this coming week, in Waterstones Foyleside (Derry) on Wednesday at 5pm, then Waterstone's Belfast on Thursday at 4pm. Come one, come all!!