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Kent Marrero

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Kent Marrero (They/Them) is a Latinx, Queer/Non-Binary writer and recovering advocate. They were born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, but now operate out of Jacksonville, Florida.

Kent writes LGBTQ+ intersectional characters for all audiences to increase authentic representation. Their style usually has a hint of well-placed humor that diffuses audience tension without sacrificing any heavier undertones. If you like the humor of Dear White People, you will love Kent’s style.

Their dynamic work, ability to think outside the box, and willingness to push literary boundaries produces authentic narratives worth both experiencing and sharing.

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Kent Marrero My lineage is a mystery due to colonization. I'm Puerto Rican, so I can only trace back my relatives up until the US took colonial control of the isla…moreMy lineage is a mystery due to colonization. I'm Puerto Rican, so I can only trace back my relatives up until the US took colonial control of the island from the Spanish. Finding out what portions of my family were affected by the transatlantic slave trade, which were indigenous to the island and affected by Spanish colonization, and which portions of my family were Spanish colonizers is my personal mystery. Add in the red heads on my maternal side, and I'm pretty sure Irish sailors who escaped British ships are also in the mix. So back tracking that in a fictional world would be potentially healing. Add some magical realism and it could become a thrilling adventure!(less)
Kent Marrero I'd totally be a Hobbit. It's my kind of living, so I'd say Lord of the Rings, and I'd be a crafter. …moreI'd totally be a Hobbit. It's my kind of living, so I'd say Lord of the Rings, and I'd be a crafter. (less)
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I've agreed to speak at Equality Florida's event to honor Transgender Day of Remembrance & Resilience. When the Director of TransAction invited me onto the panel, I was asked to speak from the heart regarding what TDoR means to me, and if I am honest--that is a loaded question filled with complex emotion. Given my own personal issues with vulnerability regarding this topic, I decided to write a s Read more of this blog post »
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“You had to be willing to fight in order for a love story to last a life time.”
Cristina Marrero, The Unsung Love Story

“So, let me get this straight-- You want me to stop being a lesbian and being attracted to women because it is a 'sin'? Last time I checked, when you lie you are sinning. Sure, I could tell you I am no longer a lesbian or that I am no longer attracted to women and am straight, or I could even tell you the moon is made of cheese. I could tell you many things, but the moon will still not be made of cheese, and I will still not be attracted to men. I could tell you a lie in order to placate you, but isn’t the truth supposed to set me free? I choose truth over lies any day of the week. ”
Cristina Marrero

“We never know when our last day on earth will be. So, love with full sincerity, believe with true faith, and hope with all of your might. Better to have lived in truth and discovered life, than to have lived half heartedly and died long before you ever ceased breathing. ”
Cristina Marrero

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YA LGBT Books: Introduce Yourself! 6819 5055 Oct 06, 2025 04:52PM  
“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.”
Socrates

“See, the institutions and specialist, experts, you see. Yes, yes,
experts, indeed. See, they would have us believe that there is an order
to art. An explanation. Humans are odd creatures in that way. Always
searching for a formula. Yes, a formula to create an expected norm for
unexplainable greatness. A cook book you might say. Yes, a recipe
book for life, love, and art. However, my dear, let me tell you. Yes,
there is no such thing. Every individual is unique in their own design,
as intended by God himself. We classify, yes, always must we classify,
for if not, then we would be lost, yes lost now wouldn't we?
Classification, order, expectations, but alas, we forget. For what is art,
if not the out word expression of an artist. It is the soul of the artisan
and if his expectations are met, than who are we to judge whether his
work be art or not?”
Cristina Marrero, The Unsung Love Story

“For the first time in my life, I said the words, “I need a drink.”
Cristina Marrero, The Unsung Love Story

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.”
Bernard M. Baruch

“You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching,
Love like you'll never be hurt,
Sing like there's nobody listening,
And live like it's heaven on earth.”
William W. Purkey

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Kent Marrero Debbie "DJ" wrote: "Hey Cristina, thanks for the add. Looks like you were born to write! Just added Your book. And Eve Ensler?.....love her too!"

Thanks DJ! I'm working on a YA edited version of that, but I always look forward to feedback on any of my work. And yes, Eve Ensler is a goddess. =0)


Debbie "DJ" Hey Cristina, thanks for the add. Looks like you were born to write! Just added Your book. And Eve Ensler?.....love her too!


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Kent Marrero Monique wrote: "Thank u for the add:)"

Thank you for accepting. =0)


Monique Thank u for the add:)


message 2: by Kent (last edited Jan 02, 2010 04:54PM)

Kent Marrero Anytime =0)




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