Marc Garrett's Blog

This post honours my beloved pets: Bella and Bobby, my two cats, one of whom tragically ate cement. And Fizz, my mother’s cat, who came to live with us after she passed in 2020. During my cancer treatment, Fizz became my devoted companion.

It was Valentine’s Day, and I was about fifteen. I fancied Lucy North, who was the same age as me … More

At about fourteen years old, I began hanging around with a school friend, Derek Shroud. He was an odd character, … More

The reception to my forthcoming book has been a profound source of hope. Despite the challenges of connecting in a … More

Woah! I’m still catching my breath after a whirlwind few days that felt like a physical and emotional marathon. It … More

Woah! I’m still catching my breath after a whirlwind few days that felt like a physical and emotional marathon. It … More

I am currently compiling a collection of critical responses to my book, Feral Class, including articles, reviews, and other commentary. This collection now includes a recent post by Cassie Thornton on her Substack, in which she reflects on writing the book's foreword.

Feral Class by Marc Garrett (Minor Compositions).  This is a remarkable book; it not only recounts in sharp and daunting … More

Untamed, Unheard, Unstoppable… a moving memoir about being a working-class artist… Art on the Margins, Life Without Permission. My book … More

Every now and then, this is where I’ll explore what Feral Class means to me, as both a working-class identity and a shared experience. Most posts will weave together personal reflections and responses to questions about my work.