When I'm writing the first draft, I'm writing in a very slovenly way: anything to get the outline of the story on paper. Pat Barker draftoutlinepaper Change image and share on social
When writing about historical characters I try to be as accurate as possible, and in particular not to misrepresent the view they held. With a real historical figure you have to be fair, and this is not an obligation you have in dealing with your own creations, so it is quite different. Pat Barker accuratecharactercreation share on social
