Bookmarkquinn

Poems of grit, fun and nonsense. #bookmarkquinn

Few

What jobs have you had?

I think I have done well in my working life and regarding jobs I’m proud to say I have only had a few, I started off working in a warehouse selling ‘nuts and bolts’ the type of consumables that garages and workshops would use; I worked there for over twenty years.

Then I had my own business, let us call it my entrepreneurial years; then where I work now in logistics for a multi worldwide organisation, and I’ve been there eleven years.

Not bad, so to answer the question, I can say I have had three jobs, ‘work’ to make a living. I like to say my real work is poetry and writing and when that put the bread on the table, it will be FOUR.

HAIKU

Three jobs that’s not bad.

Help me achieve my true job.

Let us make it four.

My fourth job

Mark Quinn

Mark Quinn, widely recognized by his pen name Bookmarkquinn, is a poet, author, and spoken word artist based in Manchester, UK. With a style that marries vulnerability, grit, and humour, he describes his writing as “words; some from my heart and some from my arse.” That striking blend of the raw and the tender defines his work—and has earned him a loyal following both online and on stage. Writing under the moniker The Mancunian Poet, Quinn has published several poetry collections that reflect his deep commitment to emotional honesty and human connection. His books Life As We Know It and I’m Happy and I Know It are powerful, accessible works that explore themes of mental health, personal growth, and the emotional turbulence of modern life—always with a uniquely Mancunian voice. In addition to poetry, Quinn is also the author of Someday We’ll Understand: The True Story of the Missing Fishing Trawler The Doris Burton, a heartfelt nonfiction exploration that blends local history with poignant storytelling. The book serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring impact of untold stories. His uplifting title Promoting Positivity continues his mission to share messages of encouragement and resilience in everyday life, while his children’s collection, Edwin the Bear Story Collection, showcases his talent for storytelling across ages—offering whimsical, thoughtful tales that spark imagination and kindness in young readers. Beyond the written word, Bookmarkquinn is an engaging live performer, regularly sharing his work on stages throughout Manchester and beyond, including appearances on Mancunia TV. He also brings poetry directly to his audience via Instagram, TikTok, and Tumblr, creating a space where art, authenticity, and mental health awareness meet. Through every piece he writes and every poem he speaks, Bookmarkquinn invites us to feel a little deeper, think a little more, and find beauty in both the light and the shadows. Learn more and find his latest work at markquinn.uk, and follow him on social media @bookmarkquinn.

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