I've finally read all of Bukowski's novels and have spent time reflecting on which one I've enjoyed the most. "Ham on Rye," was it and then "Hollywood" seemed so close, but I keep thinking about "Factotum." It lacks the kinetic juice of some of his other novels, but I'm thinking "Factotum" is the rock Bukowski built his house on. Living job to job, city to city, room to room and the 1st published story!! is upon reflection, my favorite of his works. Now on to his shorts.....