Write from the soul, not from some notion about what you think the marketplace wants. The market is fickle; the soul is eternal'.

About This Quote

In Charles Bukowski's poem, 'The Last Night of the Earth Poems', his last line is: 'Write from the soul, not from some notion about what you think the marketplace wants.' In other words, write your truth not for what you think it will sell. In an age where society is often quick to judge others on their appearances and clothes, Bukowski's message is a reminder of the importance of keeping it real.

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1. Write from the soul, not from some notion about what you think the marketplace wants. The market is fickle; the soul is eternal'.

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