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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Boring
What would your life be like without music? I’ve been on a magical mystery tour, I’ve had brown paper parcels tied up with string, and they have been some of my favourite things, I’ve been on a yellow submarine and I’m free to do whatever. Haiku Music to my ears. Music with joyful lyrics. Music
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Rice
Write about your most epic baking or cooking fail. A few years ago I wanted to surprise Jeni my wife with a romantic meal, but I didn’t do much cooking. So I set the table and put flowers out, the meal I was cooking was fried rice, I’ve had it before, it can’t be that
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Advice
Share a lesson you wish you had learned earlier in life. One lesson I want to share with you today and this is important. Do not listen to advice on decisions that you feel will work. Go off your own gut institution, do what you feel is right, do not let anyone talk you out
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.
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