The Bible is especially useful for characters. It is far too easy to forget names and details and without realising it, change them midway. "Who's this Mandy person? We haven't see her before

Of course most of us have told  our family and friends the funny or strange or interesting things that have happened to us to. We've told these stories in the pub or over a meal. But standing in front of an audience that has paid money to hear you is a different kettle of fish.