Danny Lenihan

Author. Father. Malteser enthusiast.
Crime writer, Science fiction / fantasy writer
Available for:
Festivals and other events, Library visits, Media, Public speaking, School visits

Forgive me for cut-and-pasting for now. I’ll stop talking about myself in the third person when I get a moment to revise it!

Danny Lenihan was born in West London, raised in Chessington and now lives in the Shires with his two children. A former press photographer and stand-up comedian, Danny spends his days writing and designing for his global brands, 3 Legged Thing and Toxic Bags.

A passionate writer, Danny has contributed to several books prior to publishing his debut novel, Rogue in 2021. For over three decades he has written for newspapers, magazines, TV, film and radio, and hosts the cult comedy podcast “Faces for Radio”.

For more than a decade, Danny toured the world as a stand-up comedian, during which time he starred in three movies, numerous television shows and was a frequent panellist and contributor to BBC Radio. An accomplished musician and songwriter, Danny composed the musical score to British director, Pat Higgins’ debut horror movie, Trashhouse.

Danny’s debut novel, Rogue, will be followed up in September 2024 by the second book in the series, Enemy.