Bookmarkquinn (Mark Quinn) – Poet, Author & Spoken Word Artist

Listen to one of my favourite poems, the original “Scrote in a Bubble Coat,” one of the first poems I wrote, which captures the playful essence of everyday life with its vibrant imagery and whimsical tone. The poem explores the contrasts between comfort and style, showcasing a character who confidently navigates the world, wrapped in a bubble coat that not only protects but also symbolizes a unique self-expression. As you listen, you’ll find yourself drawn into the narrative, reflecting on your own experiences and the little joys we often overlook.
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RORTY
Rorty: Part 4 By Mark Quinn “But I can’t kill anyone,” says Christian with a shocked look on his face as he starts pacing up and down rubbing his agitated hands together.“Christian, Christian, think of the money,” replies Rorty with a sympathetic look on his wooden face.“What on earth did that woman do to you
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Rorty: Part 3 By Mark Quinn Rorty Part 3. “Why you looking so shocked Christian? Have you never seen a wooden spoon before. A walking, talking ordinary wooden spoon?”Christian scrambles to his feet.“No, I mean yes, but your face!”Christian edges closer.“What’s wrong with my face?”“Well, you look evil. Tormented.”The wooden spoon moves fast and quick
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Rorty: Part 2 By Mark Quinn “Who is saying that? Come on, show yourself?”“Christian don’t get angry at me just because your life is duller than a one-euro lightbulb, and you can’t live your dreams.”Christian jumps off his forklift truck and tries to look through the gaps between the brown towering boxes of new furniture

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.