Authors and artists have always "borrowed" material from their own lives, and referenced the experiences of friends and family, to lend realism to their work. Lynn's early work was very much based on her own family and her experiences with motherhood. Over the years, as her kids grew up and the Pattersons' horizons broadened, Lynn began to add characters and create more complex storylines. Some were entirely invented, but many were based on real events. Here's the scoop on some of the more notable stories!