About

Shane McCarthy is a freelance writer whose work has been published internationally by the likes of DC Comics, Marvel Comics and more.  

Shane began his career in 2004 by writing DETECTIVE COMICS (starring Batman) making him the first Australian to write Batman for DC Comics since the character’s creation in 1939. Since then he has written for BATMAN LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT, more DETECTIVE COMICS, STAR WARS, DEADPOOL TEAM UP and TRANSFORMERS: ALL HAIL MEGATRON to name a few.

During all of this Shane was also fortunate enough to have an international dance career spanning two decades as a dancer, performer, teacher and choreographer.

Amongst other things Shane is currently working on an exciting graphic novel series for younger readers due out in the not too distant future!

Shane presently resides in Perth, Western Australia with his wife and two gorgeous cats!