Barbara Erskine at Hay-on-Wye Literary Festival

The video discusses the author's engagement with the audience about their familiarity with a book, the influence of feminism in the 1980s on writing, the author's personal journey in starting a writing career, and the challenges faced in historical research for writing. The author shares insights into the writing process and the impact of societal themes on literature.

In what context does the author mention feminism in relation to their writing?

How did the author feel about living in an isolated cottage while beginning their writing career?

What was the author's experience when they first started getting their short stories published?

What challenges did the author face while researching for their writing?

What assumptions did the author make during their research process?