Born in London in 1972, Darren O'Shaughnessy [writing as Darren Shan] moved to Limerick with his parents and younger brother. Returned to London to study Sociology and English then worked for a TV cable company. His first adult novel Ayuamarca has been published by Orion and his writing has been likened to Clive Barker and Iain Banks. He is now a full-time writer of TV scripts and novels. Cirque du Freak is his first title for children.
"Cirque Du Freak ""!fast-paced and compelling book which leaves the reader hungry for more."" JK Rowling 'Brilliant, macabre tale.' Guardian ""I read Cirque Du Freak last week. I loved it. I love the way you manage to juggle the funny with the unpleasant, the affection with the hurt. It's great story-telling."" Roddy Doyle The Vampire's Assistant ""The Vampire's Assistant blazes a thrilling, gruesome trail through a fascinating plot."" The Good Book Guide Vampire Mountain ""Get your teeth into it!"" Funday Times"