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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Questions of the Day
Question of the day #1We make soft toys in animal form and as children brought up to love and cherish the toy, so why when grown-up people like to kill animals? HAIKU When I was a kid. I would cuddle my soft toy. My soft toy, Sally sheep. Question of the day #2 I think
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Looking After Animals
What’s your dream job? I love animals, looking after their welfare. I don’t like the thought of them in captive. So I think my dream job would be to own a nature reserve. HAIKU I don’t like the zoo. They all should be free to roam. More nature reserves.
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The Best Team in the Land
By Mark Quinn This is my acrostic poem that has a message down the side and round about ten syllables per line.

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.