I have more freedom when I write fiction, but my memoirs have had a much stronger impact on my readers. Somehow the 'message,' even if I am not even aware that there is one, is conveyed better in this form.
“I don't believe in being mean to anyone. I'm a really peaceful person. That's something I get from my family.”
“I tend to forget what I'm doing will ever be read while I'm writing it, and just get on with the task at hand.”