Creators must be mindful of defamation laws, specifically libel with written works. Defamation is a complex area of law, and so the basic premise that “truth is an absolute defence” should not be relied upon. You and your publisher should obtain legal advice before publishing works that could be perceived as reflecting adversely upon another person, or as depriving a person of his or her right to privacy. Even fictional works can be vulnerable to defamation claims.