Quote by Julianna Baggott

And I know I'm supposed to feel guilty for wanting people to buy my books... and books in general? Novels and poetry, they belong to the realm of art. How dirty of us to try to hawk art! But, after a decade of hand-wringing and apologies, I can't quite muster the guilt anymore.

And I know I'm supposed to feel guilty for wanting people to

Summary

In this quote, the author expresses their defiance towards feeling guilty for wanting people to buy their books, as well as books in general. They acknowledge the perception that art, including novels and poetry, should not be commercialized or treated as commodities to sell. Despite societal expectations and the notion that it may be "dirty" to promote artistic creations, the author admits to letting go of their guilt and standing unapologetically in their desire to share and sell their work, suggesting a shift in their mindset after years of internal conflict and reluctance.

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Poetry

By Julianna Baggott

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