Hi! I’m Mark Grist.

I’m an award-winning poet, rapper, storyteller and children’s author in the UK.

My books are published by Bloomsbury, and much of my work is meant for live performance.

I’ve visited many schools to inspire young writers.

Enjoy your time here and feel free to reach out!

His writing’s so sharp...absolutely priceless.
— The Scotsman
This guy is epic!
— Ice Cube
A mesmerising live performer.
— The Financial Times
A man precision built to reach out to a live audience.
— The Guardian
The English Teacher you wish you’d had.
— Fest Magazine
Absolute dynamite!
— Stephen Merchant
Without a doubt the coolest teacher out there
— Charlie Sloth, BBC Radio 1Xtra
He’s not particularly cool
— Daily Mail