this is one of the best books ever written this had me breaking down into tears because he wrote exactly how it came out it was confused but ordered it reminded me of me couldnt care less whether it was fake or real its a bloody brilliant book as is My friend leonard

i have so been wanting to say that james FREY is one of the best authors at this time. I watched the OpRah show and was moved by the audience speaking of how his book “million little pieces” helped them through their own addictions. Isn’t that the most important thing.People have came to this conclusion that what OprAh says is rule. We live in a society of followers and most would jump from a bridge if OpRaH told them to. The whole thing is absurb.I don;t even like to read, but this book was a page turner. i have since read it four times. went right on out and bought “my Friend Leonard” another excellent book. I used to like to watch OPrah, but not since that day when she climbed on that high horse and banashed all her faithful viewers from even speaking Frey’s name. She is pathetic. She went on to bellow out that her REPUTATION was on the line for recommending this book.i say BULL. I hope this has not put a stop to Frey’s talented writing. I know i would and have recommeded his books.Keep on keeping On, FREY. Screw The Big O.

james, i am so excited about your new book coming out. I was having problems with alcohol when I started reading a million little pieces and read it in four days and went out and got my friend Leonard and read it in three days! I just want to let you know that you write incredibly and I understand that not all of the book is actaul fact! Ignore Oprah someone who builds you up then trys to bring you down! If she was so concerned then she should have done the research herself before blabbing away!!! Keep up the good work I hope you are doing well in life now and thanks for the inspiration!

James Frey-I have been wanting to support YOU and your book since the Oprah thing!!! You and your book are phenomenol-and thank you for sharing the painful depths of addiction-and your strength in edging back. I am glad you are doing well and that Oprah thing made YOU even more grand than you could have imagined-I know that. Too bad others could not have seen their lesson.

I’ve just listened to James Frey talking about A Million Little Pieces. It made me giggle that he stated it took 40 stitches, and then as he’s reading from the book he says 41! Nevertheless, after reading the emotive and gripping book A Million Little Pieces, I read the intro and found out some of James’ autobiography was fabricated, and I’ll be honest it saddened me. Yet it wasn’t until I saw The South Park episode A Million Little Lies, that I realised it didn’t matter at all. Shortly after I went out and bought My Friend Leonard, which is also an implausible book! I love them both for so many different reasons.

Hi James,
i agree with you that one can stay sober and clean without the 12 Step program. I have been clean for seven years now having decided “enough is enough”. I stopped drinking and that was it. I’m 60 so don’t really appreciate all the swear words in “a million little pieces” but it took me 13 hours to read and boy, was I GRIPPED! It sounds rather like my stay in rehab – the unconditional love is the thing that counts. Janet Coleshill (2008-04-22)

First of all I want to say I love both A million little pieces and My friend Leonard. I could put either of them down. All of the hype about the book and whether it was true or not was aggravating. Stupid if I may say. People in everyday life are verbose and you never know if what they are saying is really the truth or not. I say just read the books and enjoy them.

James – I am so excited about your new book and very relieved that the controversy over the first two did not silence your voice! There is such truth and honesty in your work — who cares whether it was inspired by memory or imagination? You are a brilliant and original writer whose work is vital to our times. Thank you! Bonnie

dear james frey,this may seem wierd but i am wondering how many frey,s there are in the world.what side of the family did you come from? I guess i’m searching for frey family members out there.so many of them are alredy famous for something and I (thomas frey jr)am over here in oxnard trying to make my way in life, but it seems really hard to me.well i have to go now, if you feel like writing to me you have my e-mail. thank you for your time.

Bright Shiny Morning is a great book. I live in LA and I also go to Southern California Institute of Architecture (which you referenced twice in the book) and the city you describe is accurate! Loved it. Keep up the good work Mr. Frey.

i don’t think you are a liar.
i think you are an artist.

your stories move me to tears.

James- I was at my grandparents house a few months ago and I was looking on their bookshelf and I soptted out this book. I asked my grandfather if I could borrow it and he said no that I was too young to read it because of the things that were talked about in the book. A few days later he called me and he said if you want to read it come pick it up. I went to his house and he handed me the book and all of the articles that were in the newspaper that were about it. I ignored the articles and started reading the book. I read the first hundred pages and I found that it was the same thing over and over again, meaning his days were the same thing every page, so I stopped reading it. I reacently got grounded and for drug use and I have nothing better to do so I decided to finish it. I just finished it yesterday, and I cant really explain how much this book impacted my life. I’ve read alot of books about rehab, drugs and addiction but this was by far the best book I have ever read in my entire life. By far. I read the articles and watched the youtube videos about the interview with Oprah and they dont make any sense. This was a book about James and what James went through. Although it was said that the book was true and it wasnt, who care honestly? This was the most amazing book I have ever read. As a child, my mother had addiction issues and was sent to rehab and this book made me realize what really went on and I thank you. Thank you so much. You have changed my life. Your not a liar. You are talent, pure talent.

Hey James,
Saw you on the hour last night here in Canada. Good Interview. I bought your new book the day it arrived in bookstores. Glad to see you’re still writing.

Hold on.

Oprahs books are horrible….she can learn somthing here

I just finished reading A MILLION LITTLE PIECES last night. It was unbelievably moving. My daughter and son-in-law, both alcholics and drug addicts had read it & they are in AA but fall off the wagon every few months, I so agree that the TAO is far more enlightening and helpful. I just ordered James other 2 books from Amazon, I have read the reviews and can’t wait to read them. James should also know that the 2nd interview with Oprah was about Oprah, not James.

got to admit it was the first book i’ve read for years and i just couldn’t put it down,you are one hell of a stubborn mean brilliant very brave guy.i’m looking forward to reading my friend leonard,can’t wait to get it.as you said who cares what other people say when you have your own thoughts and your own ideas,i wish i could have met you james you have real strong guts.

James, I for what it is worth I have I love A million little pieces and My friend Leonard. Before, during and after the Oprah crap. I was very excited to read Bright Shiny Morning which I just finished and it was incredible. I hope you conitinue to write and publish more and more books. I admire you facing Oprah and the public and coming out with class and grace. I wish you all the luck in the future and look forward to reading many more books of yours in the future.
Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

I have read ‘A Million Little Pieces’ twice now. I think it is an amazing book and i dont really care about what was true / false (we dont really take that much notice of Oprah here in the UK)it was a brilliant piece of writing from start to finish and i cant wait to read James’s other books. As some people have mentioned before, we should be focusing on the fact that James has beaten his addictions and turned his life around… not the fact that he might not quite of been the criminal he made out he was…. Love your work Frey!!!

I have just finished “A million little pieces” and I think out of the thousands of books I have read, this is the one that has helped me the most. My father was an alcoholic and succummed to suicide almost 2 years ago and while I always said I understood, this books really helped me understand. It touched me so greatly because while I know that each person has his/her own personal thoughts, I felt that perhaps some of what James felt, might be the same as my father felt. This was a beautiful book. I don’t care if any of it was fabricated, this book was meaningful and beautiful and everything in between. This book makes a difference, and really helps a person to “hold on” even when they feel they can’t… At least it has helped me. Thank you James, I look forward to reading your other books.
LM

I congratulate everyone that has made it past any addiction. James Frey is an addict and is a writer. So what. If a painter paints an abstract or imagined scene does everyone call him a liar?? I believe what was written was an expression of the experience. The worst day in one person’s life might be like a song in someone elses. They both still felt it was the worst day of their lives regardless of the event. Please keep writing, you are gifted.

Hello Everyone!!! Mr. Frey I hope that you will get to read this…

It wasn’t until two days ago that I started reading a million little pieces, the book is AWESOME! I saw the Oprah hoop-la and wanted to scream at her for accusing you to be a fake! I am a writer and a realist and I know that every story to escape the lips of the story tellers is slightly embellished…so what its a good story! And people should embrace your talent as a writer because whether the story happened the way it did on not it takes an extremely talented person to put in on paper so well done!!!!!! I can’t wait to finish the book and read your others!!!!!

I love ‘a milion little pieces’ and ‘my friend Leonard.’ Anyone who fears or knows they have an addiction should read these books. They are inspirational.
I do not believe in the Twelve Steps and felt I was alone in my opinion, but I now know that it is possible to stay well without them. I have just ordered a copy of ‘Tae Te Ching.’ Thank you James Frey.

I just had to write to tell you that I am currently reading My Friend Leonard and just like A Million Little Pieces I CAN’T PUT THE BOOK DOWN. I love the way you write. You’ve bring so much emotion to me when I’m reading. I am also in recovery and have felt the things that you’ve written. I’ve gone through some of the things you’ve written. I just had to write to express this to you and support you and look forward to reading more of your work. THANK YOU!!!!

Thank you so much for your book “A million little pcs”. I am proud to read any of your writings.

Dear Mr.Frey,

My name is Rita Smith. I have admired your work for some time and look forward to reading your future endeavors. I belong to the Y-City Writers, a Zanesville, Ohio writer’s group.

We will be hosting our very first Writers Conference on November 8, 2008, in Zanesville, Ohio. Would you be willing to donate an autographed copy of one of your books for this cause?

Any assistance you can give will be appreciated. If you can donate, please email me for my address.

Sincerely,

Rita L. Smith
http://ycitywritersforum.blogspot.com/
http://www.ycitywriters.com

I started reading A million little pieces on the afternoon of the 18th of August 2006. I stayed up all night and into the following morning until I reached the end. I then picked up the phone and called the AA helpline and I got taken to a meeting that evening. On the 19th of August 2008 it will have been two years since I last had a drink. I just wanted to say, James Frey, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.

I read a million little pieces about a couple of years ago.At first.it seemed to me to be the randon run of the mill story. But,it was something which i had never seen before, something truly from the heart. Hate him,love him,accuse him,acquit him, you can do whatever you want to, but James Frey is one of the most brilliant authors you will ever read. Don’t miss this book for anything, leave alone the content, his distinctive style of writing alone grips the reader. This is not the mere ramblings of an addict, but the writings of a true master.

Your book blew my mind. I read it at least once a year to keep me together. I initially felt let down by you with the Oprah interview but I have moved on from that view. I am sure the book has helped many people – I have introduced my sister and my god-daughter to the books. My sister, like me, read it in one sitting. I take comfort from the fact you have survived and hope I find a way to survive living with depression. I must find a way because of my beautiful son (21!). Well done James – I can only imagine how difficult it must have been.

I just read ur interview from June 2008 in Vanity Fair about your new book and loved it. You just seem to be able to make it over each and every obstacle that’s thrown your way – you are unstoppable. I loved your books – all 3 – and A Million Little Pieces has been one of the greatest books ever written. Your literary work is phenomenal and i look forward to (hopefully) reading all future publications by you! I really hope you pursue the idea of making A Million Little Pieces a movie because I think it would be outstanding. You’re an inspiration for many. Screw all the ppl who left you! You’ve got a fan-base that is even more dedicated because of all the negative media portrayal you had to go through!!!
Hold On.
*those words ring true every moment of my life thanks to you…

Hi,

I read the book A million little pieces,its an amazing & an eye opening to the reality in the world of drugs,addiction,human desires, weaknesses & our fears.Their is so much to learn & teach this generation how one’s decision can change his destiny,if only we have faith & believe in our potentials.Ur story is a contribution to this society & i do get some parenting lessons too. I would like to thank u reading ur book helped me to believe strongly in myself.
Ambreen

I stumbled across your book while reading a few reviews on the internet and boy am I glad i did! I have since referred your book onto others to inspire them. Whether it’s all ‘true’ or not – it doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter what Powerhouse Oprah or anyone else says – The amount of people’s lives this book has changed for the better can count for that. Betty x

After reading AMLP and descovering the tragic death of Lilly, i was dissapointed to find out that is was a lie. I feel betreyed and have some how lost an amount of recpect towards James’ work. However, i will continue reading his books and will not let the love for his words be forgotten. I just hope that when i read more of his “memoirs”, that thay are non-fiction as is stated on the cover. It is far more realistic and relevant to read a true life event then just another novel.

James,I have just finished reading A Million Tiny Pieces. It was truely gripping and moved me so much by it’s raw and punnishing accounts of what had happened to you. I could not put the book down! It took me through every possible emotion whilst i was reading it and the way you wrote to match your thoughts, memmories and feelings was brilliant. I’m off for the next hit of My Friend Leonard. Thanks James.

Fuck oprah.i love ur book and i look forward to reading the rest of them.

A MILLION LITTLE PIECES HAS TO BE THE BEST BOOK IVE EVER READ IT WAS SO SAD BUT YET SO FUCKING MINT THAT YOU DID IT XX

Hello,
I came across your book “A Million Little Pieces” because my brother had read it and recommened to me that i should read it, i found it very amazingly written, with some powerful moments and touching moments. I wouldnt have believed that someone could have gone through it but you James obviously did and you are a strong person. Because i was so amazed by “A Million Little Pieces” i read “My Friend Leonard” as soon as i can and i can admit that i read it within a day, i couldnt put it down. I think you are an amazing writer and one of my favourite authors. i cant wait to read “Bright Shiny Morning!”.
Keep up the good work James Frey.

Hi Jame My name is Korn .
I already read My friend leonard and I am reading
A Million Little Pieces I Love your Book
I am a composer of music and i want you to listen my music that i can compose when i read your book
is it impossible ? it will be finnish soon
Thank you

James Frey,
You and your books are amazing. You are undoubtedly my favourite author. I read your first book so many times it is now falling apart. I bought BRIGHT SHINY MORNING today and haven’t put it down until now, as I couldn’t read and write at the same time. Your books are controversial, but that doesn’t matter. Actually, it makes them better, because it’s not boring. Your writing draws me in more than the writing of any other author. Please keep writing, the world shouldn’t be deprived of your awesome talent.

…My friend forced me to read a million little pieces. When she first gave it to me, I read one page, looked at her and said, “I don’t need a fucking book. I’m fine.” I threw the book down the stairs and it landed in a puddle. The next day, I got the book and cleaned it and started reading it.
I finished it. It was a good book and you do have a talent. The only thing I can say is thank you

Fucking awesome James, the point is not if it is true or false, the point is that is depicts addiction exactly how it is.

james.
man this book really made me think
about myself drinking and drugs at my young age it made me think about my dad when he went to treatment center it made me think about what he went through and what i would go through if i keep drinking. it really opended my eyes and realize that drinking does shit to me and i was doin it because thats what ppl around me expect me to do. because my parents are alcoholics to this day and i feel that i should drink to even though that is the stupidist thing i ever said. but i still do because it is in my blood i dont beleive that i need treatment. . . yet because i have no reason to quit yet . sure i want to live but i think life is too short. but then i think theres more to life than drinking . i think i need to help myself so ican help others.

I loved A Million Little Pieces. The book captured the life of an addict from the addict’s point of view – how can all of the details be historically accurrate if the writer was drunk or high all of the time? The possibility that some of the details were not perfect did not dismay my love for this book.
Last night I finished Bright Shiny Morning. I barely have time to read right now and I devoured this book. OUTSTANDING character development. Loved the “historical” facts that may or may not be true. Loved the different endings for each story or the lack of an ending. Loved it, loved it, loved it.
THANK YOU for continuing to write James Frey. You have a fan for life.

Hi James,
My Daring Daughter, which has been the love of my life since the first time her little hand grabbed a hold of my little finger. The love that only a dad can know. She is now 25 and has been on drugs for, God knows how long. She was a victim of the courts during a bitter custody battle at age 5 and of course the ex-wife and the stepfather, from hell, won. She is presenty in jail with a chance to enter the TEEN CHALLENGE PROGRAM. My question,request or plea is when I recently visited her, she talked about you with such admiration as to say that you were the only one that knows what she is going through. I have ALWAYS told her that all things are possible, if you just try. I am tring on her behalf. Could you help me save my Daughter’s life. I have gotten all your books at her request. Could you PLEASE write her a note or letter of encouragament. It’s my hope and prayer that she will turn her life around and I’m willing to do whatever I can to help her through her journey.

Do I or don’t I. Well said.

Dear James, I have just read Bright Shiny Morning & absolutly loved it. I didn’t want it to end.I have read all your books & am so fasinated with your mind.Keep writing so we can all look forward to another good read. I didn’t want Dylan to die but I guess it was inevitable.
Thankyou Kind regards Elma Wilde.

James, i don’t know if you’re ever going to read this, in that case i should’t even bother myself to write this, but the desire of typin’ is bigger than the doubt. First, you’ve really moved me and since i found out that you were at the same age that i’m now and that you were dealing with the same kind of issues that i’m living now, i feel like your pages just found me at the right time, i bought your book in a Portland library and it was like it told me to get it…i’m changing, my mind is getting clearer and i’m better now, and I do believe your words and your feelings because i’ve been thru same shit from time to time…thank you, really thank you..I don’t care if they say it’s not real or whatever, if you write it then it came from your head then it’s real. period. Thanks again.

james i love your books. family member is also a recovering addict and i see so much truth in your words. you’re very expressive in an unusual way, which is refreshing..so how did you begin to get published…i have my memoirs from when my niece was out being a crack addict prostitute and was interested in perhaps a publication of this journal, along with all my letters to and from her while in jail and my correspondence to her attorneys and judges…please reply i think it is worth publishing.

thanks
pamela

James, I for what it is worth I have I love A million little pieces and My friend Leonard. Before, during and after the Oprah crap. I was very excited to read Bright Shiny Morning which I just finished and it was incredible. I hope you conitinue to write and publish more and more books. I admire you facing Oprah and the public and coming out with class and grace. I wish you all the luck in the future and look forward to reading many more books of yours in the future.
Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

James Frey is a dry drunk scammer. Not to mention a horrible writer. Anyone who is a real alcoholic knows his story is a dime a dozen and not a good one at that. If you want to hear THE TRUTH about alcoholism then go to any 12 step meeting. The stories will make James Frey look like a comic strip.

James thank you for writing two brillant books, which will touch everyone. Anyone who says that the books are false and whatever other crap they write haven’t lived. Whether or not that’s what actually happens in rehab, the emotions in the books are raw, and felt by people who have ever lived, loved and lost, Failed on numerours occasions then got up again. Congratulations James from coming back from the dead, and for all those who disagree with this book, maybe you could take a bit from these book, and be f*cking bold to live!!

wonderfully put down into words.. and definately heartbreaking to know what happened to lilly on the last pages of a million little pieces.. but i’d like to thank you James .. i feel honored to have read that book and after reading it .. i feel as if i know you very well. Please do reply if you can .. i’d like to know more about your experiances with Lilly and how it feels when you think about her now .. ..

Dear Frey:
I am going to make this veeeryy simple.
I’m only 17 yrs old and haven’t read as many books as a person my age should have.
The first book I ever finished on my own was read a about 1 year ago. Ever since, I changed my thoughts about reading..I like it now. Not all books; obviously.
Anyway..One day, while my best friend(Luis) and I were working out in the garage of my new home, I spotted a book that I had already seen before, yet I had ignored it. It was under some old boxes and the cover had a hand with something similar to candy all over it. For some weird, unexplainable, and crazy reason I decided to pick it up while Luis was doing his sets. Ehh..simple cover, nothing to call my attention. As a matter of fact, the little litters in a book…SCARE ME! …
Opened it up and began reading the first page.
That’s all it took! I was shocked to see that a book with more than 200 pages and with such little font was not scaring me, instead I was interested and anxious to see what the second page had to offer!
It became an everyday and night thing..
I read it in school, i read it while in the bathroom, i read it before going to bed, I even read while stuck in traffic in the freeway!
My parents love you soooooo much! You are that one guy to get their boy to FINALLY start reading.
Going on..school year finished, and going out became more and more often, therefore and sadly..i stooped reading your book.
To be honest with you, I almost lost it.
Senior year came around and again I needed a book to read. I read a few that were pretty cool, but no book had caught my attention like yours did..
I picked up your book once again and began reading where I once left off..
DAMN! the book is good! Once again I was feeling what i felt before…ANXIETY!
I’ll say..three weeks, maybe..I finished it.
Lots of people told me about the Oprah crap and you throwing in a little extras in there.
I didn’t care..IT’S A BOOK! HE’S A WRITER! thats what you guys do! WRITE F’KN BOOKS!
Who cares whats real or not..what you said in your book, WAS AMAZING!
The last part ALMOST made me cry..It’s embarrassing to say, but true..
Now..can you believe how I reacted when I found out that there was a book such as “My Friend Leonard”?! Let me just say that I was sent to the discipline office for class disruption.
Today..my friend brought to school a pink book and said..”MEERY XMAS” I pulled out my light blue book and said..”Same to you”
That pink book is now here with me and I began reading it.
Great book man! You are such a good author with soo much talent.
I’ve been reading about you for the past three hours.
I felt like i wanted to know a little more about that person that changed my life quite a bit!
I’m going to thank you for writing such great books and for coming back even after what you through with the whole scandal thing.
I’ve never in my life purchased a book, but this weekend, I will head down to the mall and buy “Bright Shiny Morning”!
I’m dying to see whats in that one..
Anyway..it is time for me to get to bed,but before I’d like to read a bit.
Once again..Thanx! and keep it up!
Because believe or not, I’m sure that out there, there is more than one person that feels the same way i do.
Your #1 fan..haha
Renzo Viteri
Rv

P.S. Excuse me if somethings dont make sense, Im not a very good writer..

I remember when a million little pieces came out and had no intention of reading it, being a catholic teacher and all Then all the controversy happened and considered it. I saw the price of the book fall to just under five bucks. It wasn’t until I finally had a break down of my own did I earnestly set out to read it. I absolutely devoured it and set about to read my friend leonard. I wish I had a Leondard in my life. You have had some very lucky breaks in life and anyone who can make a comeback after the wrath of Oprah – good on you. By the way your book is back to 25 Canadian dollars. Can’t wait for the next one.

I chose to read “A Million Little Pieces” for a research paper for school and finished it in about 5 days. I don’t think it matters what details are embellished or exaggerated. It was a great book and deserved to be a Bestseller. Great job!

(By the way I got an A on the paper)

im sorry everyone but whats the name od the book he is reading in the book a million little peices? the one he talkes about in the book?

Dear James,
I have to thank you for writing a million little pieces, it is the first book that has affected me the way it did and the first book that made me go back and read it again for the fourth time.
Also tao te ching gave me new start. Its words gave me that sense of peace and calm that you mention in your book and could not get from other aspects in my life.
a big thanks to you james.
-Ayesha from cape town

i read into million little pieces years ago-
L O V E IT
i tout this book as one of the greatest American novels ever written-
and call it an American version of Sidhartha-
REALLY!!!
think about it!

with out a doubt part of “the condition” of America instills and perpetuates being masochistically addicted to something- anything! this book is not just about drugs-
its about a persons personal power to choose-

my father created “the diagnosis of drug dependency” under the Carter administration-
and was the directing psychiatrist for Hazeldon-Betty Ford Center and spent most of my formative years setting up grass roots half way houses- and treatment centers across America.

i wrote a long letter to Oprah after the smoking gun mess-

was she totally dooped and publicly made a fool of by some republicans who are unwilling -or unable-
to allow “the people” to FEEL THEIR FEELINGS and think and choose by the power of their own self? i had to have a cry when she made her public apology…

A Million Little Pieces was the first book In my life I read voluntarily.. After high school I Avoided books at all costs.. I’m not a big fan of reading now! I really only read yours.. I’m Always waiting for the next one..

HIGH James
I mean Hi James
I am a previous opiate indulger..
I enjoyed all three of your books, even if they curve towards the fictional side of things..
Through the whole reading experience The Oprah Winfrey show was already out to tarnish you…
Thats when I pondered if your sobriety could stay In check…
IT DID
Through stress like that even strong man crack (you didn’t)..
In the end thats what people who count will remember.. P.M.C Ont, Canada

I absolutely love James Frey. Reading “A Million Little Pieces” changed the way I see life. He’s one of my heroes dispite what Oprah said.

You write in a way that no one else does and you inspire people to change their lives. Because of you, I am choosing to work in a rehab and help people quit their addictions. I am currently reading “Bright Shiny Morning” and it is nothing short of perfection. Please continue to write amazing books. You are the greatest. I look up to you.

James Frey

no matter what they throw at him cannot be disredited for his writing skills, a million litle pieces even with his added extension to prison time is a fabulous book and a valuable insight to what people go through when taking drugs, it lets the reader feel, understand, live inside that persons head with the daily fear. Yes James you are a fantastic writer…

lizx

Hey James,
I just wanted to tell you how much i loved your book. I read it last year, but I still think about it every now and then because it had such a big impact on me! I think everyone can relate to the certain feelings and emotions portrayed in your book even if they aren’t addicts themselves. I just read about the interview with Oprah and I agree with the above comments. You are a talented writer and you shouldn’t let Oprah, who was simply extremely concerned about her own image, stop you. As an English major and a life long lover of books and writing I’ve read many books, but none quite like this. Thanks and keep writing!
Jenny

James I loved A Milion Little Pieces. Cant wait to read the others. Elsje from South Africa

Hi James, Loved ur book “Million Little Pieces” I found the book to be an inspiration to my character. About Lilly and her sad death, did you have contact with her up until her death, did you actually see her again after leaving the Rahab center? Regards Heather from South Africa

James Frey,

i hope your well…

i have been going through a hard time for the last 18 months…. not drug or alcohol induced but an illness which i can only describe as in my mind, and reading both ‘a million little pieces’ and ‘my friend leonard’ compelled me out of my selfishness to have compassion for you… and hope… and love. your words made me feel something special which after feeling so numb for so long is beautiful (i’m smiling) and whether your words were completely true or not, your soul cannot be doubted.

x

..my first alarm bell went off after the “dental visit”..no anestetic ..hmmm…the world champion fighter character and the rock star (a ripped off Steven Tyler perhaps)..kind of made me stop to poncer..Frey seemed so genuine in his disdain for phonies in their stories but yet he’s turned out to be one as well…still it was a great read and I kept plodding along very much enjoying this book and its tale of one mans struggle in overcoming his demons’. Finally I googled the book the other evening and found out that most of the book is fabricated..too bad..

(sigh)…sometimes ignorance really is bliss isn;t it…?

..I’ve got a quarter of the book to go now and I just don;t know If I’m going to bother…it’s brillaint writing but why did he feel he had to do a first person narrative?…I’m wondering now what is true and what isn;t?..and does it matter?…I think so..the man claimed to be on deaths door from his drub abuse, a career criminal.. he’s very opinionated on his method of rehab and very critical of AA…very critical of certain characters in the book..

…is he really qualified to make these observations?..

.If he origianlly advised the reader that this is esentially a work of fiction…sure..every writer is entitled to their opinion…but for those who read this book beleiving it to be factual I think a very harmful diservice may have been done to their own recovery..

..that is not something to play around with…

…I will probably finish the book once my disapoint abates..from the reviews here I will probably even pick up some more of his works..but it will be a much more satisfying read knowing now it is fiction…based loosely on his life experiences..

..just wish Mr. Frey had of told us all in the first place…

I just finished A Million Little Pieces this morning. When it comes to reading, I don’t. Up until this past Novemeber if I had read anything it either related directly to my professional life or to my personal recovery as a child of an alcholic, survivor of sexual abuse, and coping with depression. A friend thought I would like A Million Little Pieces. I had no idea what it was about or that there had been all this contraversy. Like I said I don’t read or keep up with best sellers lists or Oprah. The book I have from the library did not have Frey’s note. Honestly, who cares!!! Yes I was a little taken back when I realized that it wasn’t 100% factual but it got the points across. As a member of a family that is drowning in addiction this was a very powerful book for me. No matter how fictitious or real a character or incident was I was able to see and hear and experience what life might be like for many that I love. Iw as to young to participate in my brother’s family therapy weekend when he was in rehab. I always was mad about that because I was old enough to understand that which everyone wanted to hide and forget. Reading that portion of the book gave me a window into that world for my brother. Thank you James. I laughed, I cried, and my mind was opened a little more. I am looking foward to reading some more of your work. I am returning the book to the library tonight and I will see if others are in. Take care.

Where to start? James if you ever read this, I think that your work is amazing. It changed my life. I was not sure what I wanted to do with my life but after reading “A Million Little Pieces” I was deeply moved and saw the direction in which my life would take next. I just applied to a tech school to be an AODA counselor. I currently live in MN but the school is in WI. I doubt it will ever happen, but I would love to work at the treatment center in MN that you stayed at. I hope that your life is treating you well and that you stay strong!

Hi James. I just put down ‘Bright Shiny Morning’. Like ‘A Million Little Pieces’ I read it in one sitting, even though I tried my best to space it out, and savour it. You are such a talented writer, to be able to make someone put their life on standby with a book, a collection of words, meanings, characters, that takes a lot of skill! I have had some experiences similar to yours, (though in a psych. hospital) so certain elements of ‘A Million little Pieces’ really hit home with me. Both of our books that I have read so far have really impacted me, they linger, and I find myself thinking about them for a good while after they’ve ended.

Anyway, I just wanted to say that I love your writing, it’s so powerful and evokative and true. I’m going to try and get my hands on ‘My Friend Leonard’ though I’ll probably have to time it a bit better this time because if I miss another uni. deadline or call in sick to work again because I was up all night reading it, things could get a little bit messy!

Wishing you all the very best. Please keep writing.
Sarah

Just finished My Friend Leonard and have to say I loved it. I read A Million Little Pieces last year on holiday and couldnt put it down, same was true with My Friend Leonard. What a read, what an inspiration and what a man.

Fiction or fact, it doesn’t matter. If you’ve helped one person or a million, it doesn’t matter. You have done a lot.

You’ve helped me. Thank you.

I just picked My Friend Leanord up at the library the other day, I’m not sure why I was attracted to it, but I knew I was gonna discover something with this one… It’s one of the most poignant books I’ve ever read, and the best part about it is it’s just real. It’s not written in fancy text, it’s not sugar coated. In some way, shape, or form, every single one of us can relate to the characters, and moreso the experiences and the feelings. I can’t tell you how much of my past was brought up when Lilly died, and James’ battle with his addiction. This book isn’t a happy one, and I think it lovely. Lastly, I want you to know it’s gone so far as to inspire me to pick up the pen and write my own tribulations – I’m just a scribbler for now, but who knows one day?

I am reading A million Little peices for the second time, it really helped me when I needed it, and maybe helped my wife even more (to understand me)

I dont care about what people say as far as to the discrepanciesin the book. Frankly i was VERY pissed of when i saw it all happen.

those are the same people who would count every cake sprinkle on the book’s cover and make a HUGE deal over there not actually being a million little peices.

the people who have gone to so much effort to discredit you, and bash you as an author are IDIOTS.

thank you for the book

….WOwww. i love this A
Million Little Pieces it is
the best book ever Good job =)
Shannel Moore May 12/09? =)

i love this man so much i love all of tis books i think that every one shuld read all of the there was not one that i did not like at all… i have all of his books.. i would like to might him one day.. WOww..A million Little Pieces was the beat i think =)All i can say is GoooD Job….=)? May 12/09 From Windsor ONT….

Yesterday I turned on my computer and saw on the screen that Oprah supposedly forgave James after her very harsh words to him. After I read A Million Little Pieces and then My Friend Leonard I was very emotional. I thought those two books were absolutely excellent.
Then there was a big to do about one of the books not being totally honest. WHO CARES! IT IS A GREAT BOOK! THEY BOTH WERE AND NOTHING CAN CHANGE THAT!!! Many men have been pardoned by the president for much, much worse!!!!! I just purchased your last book “Bright Shiny Morning”. Can’t wait to read it. I did not know that you had written it in 2008. Lots of luck to you and please keep on writing.

Devoted reader on Long Island, NY,
Norma

what a great read!!
best books i have read in a long long time.
dont care if ur a supposed fraud, i think your awesome!!
u have a great fan base in england (uk)
keep up the good work

Mr. Frey,
I am 16 years old and I truly admire you and your work. I’ve read your books and they’ve inspired me and motivated me. I would like to thank you for changing my life in a positive manner and I don’t know if you’ll actually end up reading this but I do want to let you know that your work has driven me to do a lot for people in my school with addictions already. I am in the process of organizing a “stay clean” program and inviting motivational speakers to come and help me. I know you are a busy man but if you could please shoot me an email and help me, it would make this experience 1000 times better. Thank you so much for all you have done already.
Sonika Chandra

it was simply beautiful. I hope one day i get the pleasure to meet james frey.

To all the nay sayers out there..get over it and move on!! James Frey has touched many lives and he has been able to reach the youth..Who cares about oprah winfrey..pple follow her like blind sheep (we are unable to think for ourselves so we will let Oprah think and choose for us..duh)my heart goes out to all the readers that are motivated to change there lives..Everyone needs to feel that they are not alone……

James,
if you’re watching this, i just wanted you to know that your’e awasome ! you’re the best writer i’ve ever known. dont pay attention to all of the critics that accuse you of lying, they fail to see the larger picture: you went through HELL ! and wanted to write a book that, hopefully, will help others in similar situations.
I admire you, and would very much like the honor of having a chat with you sometime.
here’s my email address: avivi183@gmail.com
If you do read this, and have some free time, please send a reply. Thank you.

p.s: Did i metion that you’re number 1 ?

I read A Million Little Pieces and the sequal and absoloutley feel in love with them.
Today i heard that alot of it was fabrications. Which was quite shocking at first as when i read AMLP i reallly connected with his termoil tale and i thought it was such a beuitiful story in its own way.
So i came to the conclusion that i adorded it either way. I wish it to be true but if it isnt then it is still and amazing read!
I think that it has probally helped alot of people in their own additions and problems.
To read somebody as frank and brutaally honest about about his addiction as James is really refreshing and gives alot of hope.
It mad me cry, laugh, cringe and smile!!!
Thankyou James x

So. I kind of doubt you actually read these comments, but I wanted to say that being able to see you and know that you’re the person who wrote so many words that touched me so deeply was amazing.

And what you wrote in my books made me smile.

And as soon as I walked out of barnes and noble, I had a million questions I could ask you.

If you even see this and have any inclination to reply, I’d like to ask you a few.

Hey, I went to one of your signings and you had said not many people have written books about Venice beach, CA. I had a professor who has written a book about it, so if you’re interested in reading it it’s Homeless in paradise:Communicating with the Bohemian Venice Beach subculture, by William O’Connell. I haven’t read it yet, and don’t even know if it’s good, but it’s worth checking out I guess.

James –

A friend handed me Bright Shiny Morning last night, and I’m 267 pages in six hours of reading later.

Didn’t know about the Oprah BS until I recommended Bright Shiny Morning on Facebook this afternoon.

Guess it just goes to show Oprah and her ilk aren’t entirely omnipresent.

Just wanted to drop you a note to let you know that this may be the best book I’ve ever read. It’s cathartic. And having spent five of the hardest years of my life in Los Angeles, it hits home in so many different ways.

Thanks for writing it.

Mr.Frey, I am (or was depending on ur pt. of view) an artist and a writer (unpublished except for a few poems in college an eon ago) and read A Million Little Pieces prior to the “Oprah attack” and wish I had had the courage to write you right after and lend you my support and encouragement as I felt that attack on ur integrity was mean-spirited, unwarranted, and closed-minded as anyone who is a reader should know, dammit, that memoirs aren’t strictly factual accounts anyway because everyone’s memory of events in their life is skewed at least a little in comparison to others’ memories of those same events and, hell, when it comes to the truth–THE TRUTH–well, Jesus, Jehovah,Buddha, and Mohammed, none of us mere mortals (O) have the corner on that one! [Breath] Anyway, I just finished Bright Shiny Morning in the wake of Oprah’s purported (long-overdue)apology to u and wanted to give u an imaginary HIGH-5 for one sweet bit of literary comeback/revenge/triumph which writers of lesser caliber/strength/talent couldn’t have pulled off if their life depended on it, by God bless you and keep you writing ’cause we all need a little more TRUTH instead of “just the facts, mam,” or the media’s take or powers-that-be’s take because as any genuine artist/writer knows, the pursuit of Truth is a lifelong process–that it comes in increments…in “A Million Little Pieces,” as it were, which if we’re lucky/diligent/genius we can put together into something which resembles the actuality/meaning, meaning, meaning, of our existence if only in our own immediate world. Thank you, James, for sharing your existence.

James Frey…Best writer ever.
I’ve read A million little pieces,
My friend Leonard and right now I’m reading Bright Shiny Morning…
When i started reading a million little pieces, it took me a while to get used to your kind of writing…but when i got used to it, i got so attached to you and to all the persons in your book…
I finished a million little pieces with my eyes so red that i couldn’t see in front of me, my pillow so wet because of my tears, and my MOM so worried because she had never seen me like that…EVER.
And believe what I’m saying, it’s true.
When My friend Leonard was out, i directly bought it and started reading it…i finished it in 3days, and i made a depression. I was always so sad, I was always thinking about you, and Leonard…how his life ended up like that..
And while i was reading the book…i cried so much when i read about Lili…She was amazing…
Now I just bought Bright Shiny morning…and I’m about to start it…

James Frey, i know i might seem crazy, but I’ll die to meet you…really i admire you…

Reading Bright Shiny Morning I felt for the first time in my life like the kid in The Neverending Story totally LIVING the book, like I was thrown out onto the pavement wherever the words put me. I can’t stop thinking about some of the characters, imagining where they went from where he left them.

Can’t wait for Frey’s next work – I don’t care if he writes a goddamn gardening manual – I can’t wait.

I just wanted to say that all the stuff regarding the authenticity of A Million Little Pieces is really stupid. I don’t care if you exagerrated; it is an amazing story. I started reading it a couple days ago and I’m already almost done with it. This may sound cheesy, but because of your book I’ve gained the strength I needed to ignore all the pressures around me. Before I started reading it I was getting into some pretty bad stuff, and your book made me realize how much those things affect a person- I don’t want to be that person. So thank you Mr. Frey, you are an amazing author and person. No matter what Oprah says.

James,
Thank you for sharing your work!! Your writing is incredible and had me captivated from the first page of A Million Little Pieces! I have read all of your books in a month and am ready for the next. Your writing style is unique and drew me back into books again after my hiatus when finishing grad school. Much love and inspiration for your upcoming work, can’t wait!!

I wasn’t too interested in reading until I picked up your book, “A Million Little Pieces” in my high school Language Arts class. Once I finished the first page, I couldn’t put it down. Your way with words are unimaginable. The way your describe love, pain, feel, everything is real. You say if something rings true to you, you like it. Well your words ring true to me. You have opened my eyes. I wrote my book report on your books, and had nothing but praise. I see no flaws in your writing. I just bought your book, “Bright Shiny Morning”. And I love it. Continue writing because you are my inspiration.

James,
I went to the bookstore yesterday hoping to pick up a good book. I saw your name, picked up the book and laughed at the disclaimer page. What the hell. I loved your first book. Today my only thought is not to read it too fast. It is so hard to get a GOOD book. Thank you for fulfilling my dream yesterday. It is a damn good book.
Thanks.

I went to the library with the kids in tow, randomly chose a book by its cover (Bright Shiny Morning)and read it in 3 days. I don’t watch Oprah and I don’t get to read as much as I’d like to, so I’d never even heard of you until June 2009. Nice work, man. I’ll be reading all your other stuff now for sure.

wow you have helped me beyond all knowledge of ever knowing, i just want to thank you so much in my sixth month i came to cyprus to put action into making and amends with my mum ‘a million little pieces’ kept me company and grounded through the 2weeks i felt everything with you even your visits to the dentist. I’ve now returned after 3months to support my mum as her daughter after major back surgery.’my friend Leonard’has kept me close feeling also many of your rollercoaster ride of thoughts and emotions,what a great friend you were privileged to have found.I now find myself on your website scanning to find out how to get your new novel ‘bright shiney morning’.you have proved that it is all possible and if we put only half of our efforts into this as we did our old way of life, it becomes as i beleve you are and amazing inspiration!

Being an ex angelino, now in sedate Sonoma county, your book is stirring memories often felt but never articulated.

I noticed in describing Tammy and Carl family you mentioned they had two more kids, yet you never mentioned the first one?? Also Betty and princess drove two days??? to get to the palisades, did’nt she work at Santa Monica hopital?? why the 2 day drive. Did I miss something??

Hey James (Jim?)! I just (5 minutes ago) finished reading BRIGHT SHINY MORNING and feel fulfilled and so happy you wrote it, are writing, continuing to write.
I read A MILLION … three months ago when a good friend, for whom I previously had no remorse, was away in rehab. That book ignited horror and empathy in me and then utter revulsion that anyone gave a shit whether it was wholly bona fide. What an important, unforgiving, impossibly accurate story that was; how hypocritical, self-righteous and ridiculous its criticisms. Obviously, your exaggerations re: its “truthiness” were unfortunate and stupid, but really it was only getting caught that was your downfall.
From one Miller/Celine/Bukowski enthusiast to another, A MILLION kicked my ass and BRIGHT SHINY put me back together. Everybody else and their pathetic criticisms can go fuck themselves.

James, I just wanna say thankyou for sharing your experiences through such a hard time in your life. I’m so happy for your recovery. Reading you work has been an emotional experience for me. I love how you write with such detail, and it’s truly a pleasure to spend my time reading it. So far i’ve only gotten halfway through a million little pieces, and it’s become my favorite, it is amazing. Again thankyou, and I look forward to reading more of your wonderful work

i have read all your books. while i could have cared less that million was a work of fiction or fact, it was intense, moving and brilliant. my friend leonard was a bit disappointing, but nevertheless, i enjoyed it. now, as i am reaching the end of bright shiny morning, my anxiety level of having to leave this book is so heightened, that i beg you to write another book. this book is magnificent!!! i am listening to it on my itouch and am so mesmerized by the story, the facts, the fiction, the realities, that i know that i will have to get on a plane soon and fly out there just to breathe the beautiful but morbid air of LA. thank you for writing one of my favorite books of all time.

mr. frey,

i left a prestigious civil service career early to go to LA and tear it up in the entertainment business. my career skyrocketed. so did my alcohol, cocaine, and everything else use. i self-immolated.

i started “a million little pieces” two days after getting out of treatment.

i started “bright shiny morning” on my one-year clean date.

i finished about 45 seconds before i logged on here.

thank you for your work, and the exceptional stories. the ones you wrote, and the ones you live.

thank you so much.
keep it on. fuck everything else.

-tms.

Fuck the controversy. It doesn’t matter. This book is one of my favourite books, by far.

Million little pieces is an amazing buk…i juz simply love it….its de 1st book ever i was so desperate to know de end….i jz felt a bit sad about Lilly’s death…hw did james survived after Lilly’s death if he was so much in love wid her:(
As a whole i jz simply love it….

Hi ! Sorry for my english (not really good), I am french and I read in a million little pieces in english and it is just the best book I’ve ever read. Even if I did’nt understand every word, every sentence, I fell the pain and I laughed too and I cried, I cried a lot. In France you’re not as famous as in USA but you would deserve too. I will start my friend Leonard and I’m sure it will be as good as the other because you’re a really really good writer !
Thank you so much !!!!

Just finished My friend leonard and bawled like a baby… I don’t care what is real and what is not, he’s a brilliant writer and I love his books!!!

Hi James, you might have received an email I tried to send you. I am an Italian journalist and musician (I am mostly a musician but I contribute articles to a couple of major newspapers in Italy).
Can you please let me know how I can contact you to interview you, especially in reference to Bright Shiny Morning? Please, let me know. Best. Seba

Hi James, I found out I did not include my email address. Here it is: sebarock@libero.it. Please, contact me. I would really love to write a long piece about you and your books for an Italian national newspaper. All best. Seba

LOVE YOUR BOKS ! I AM READING “BRIGHT & SHINEY MORNING” RIGHT NOW. I NEVER CARED IF ANY OF YOUR BOOKS WERE TRUE OR NOT. THEY WERE JUST GREAT BOOKS. KEEP IT UP. CAN’T WAIT TO SEE WHAT’S NEXT.

Hi James,
Thank you! Thank you for you. You are a brilliant man. Your books take me away. I read A Million Little Pieces and I am half through My Friend Leonard. I am looking forward to Bright Shining Morning. I told my husband about a Million Little Pieces and your style of writing and how I felt I was right there with you the whole time. Like you were talking to me. I started reading My Friend Leonard to him. We are reading it together. Please continue to write and do what you do. Your a beautiful spirit. Thank you again.
Heather

wow! wonderful book i’ve read in a long time. As a habit of stopping by to a nearby bookstore, i happened to eye on it, first the very cover of it had so big a crush on me, i couldn’t resist the temptation to caress it and then i read on the fourth page!!! i approached for my wallet and handed Rs. 440( equivalent $5.5 apprx) at the counter. i didn’t have patience to waste a single second, i took a seat on the public bus, and then i finished reading 27 pages till i got off for my office!!

Yo James,

Thanks for doing what you do, your writing is very appreciated in my home. Waiting for more but hey no pressure.

I never cared about the bullsh*t that surrounded your book “A Million little Pieces.”

I just finished your latest-”Bright Shiny Morning.” Another great book. Well done.

I am a huge fan and aspiring writer. I love the way you write and it is definitely different from those around you.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

James –

I applaud you.

Best wishes.

I have read “A Million Little Pieces” and “Bright Shiny Morning” and just got a copy of “My Friend Leonard a few days ago. I love your books they speak to my soul I was an addict for 28 years (eating disorder) and was in rehab 8 times and all addiction is the same. It is a choice and I finally had to DECIDE that my addiction was no longer a choice for me. I relate to your words and I love your honesty and realness. I really appreciate your writing, you are truly an artist – thank you, though I think you need to write a sequel to “Bright Shiny Morning” I feel like you left us hanging on that one!!

New Zealander- I have enojyed my james books, i am not much of a reader but these books where somehting different, i am from New Zealand and i have been looking every where for his book bright shiney monring and i can not find it i am hoping it is as good as the other although will be different if that makes any sence haha.. i hope james keeps righting as you seem to be a writer i really enjoy.. ALyshia

I just finished reading “a million little pieces” , i loved the book.. touching story.. easy english ! its all easy to understand.. looking forward to readin your other books.
You should maybe write about your life before the clinic in details .. even though it might be hard because of the blavk outs to get into details.. but it would be interesting
Great work.. i loved the book And it’s proud to see people who still hold on to their will nowadays.

I feel compelled to write on this site because of the impact all of the books have had on me. The memoirs “A Million Little Pieces,” and “My Friend Leonard,” are the most compelling books I have read in ages. I don’t care about fictional parts of the book; the heart of the writing is in James’ raw emotions and the way he is able to articulate his transformation. As not only a community social worker but someone who has struggled throughout the years, this book gives me hope to not only help myself but those around me.

Keep writing and I’ll keep spreading the word about your works.

I finally got to read the controversial A Million Little Pieces, and I could not put it down. Our family has endured some of same, but, thankfully not, as quite as “Lillys” fate. I think Oprah jumped the gun, and personnally, as I keep my own memoirs, to make a good read, as I am have been loved n spoiled myself, would exaggerrate a few things to get my point across. You merely pointed out with self discipline, self hatred of Fury, the consequences to your actions. Which is a good point, and I think Oprah ruined that, but took it to a higher literary opinion. I personnally would like to have heard Lilys point of view, struggling with life with just your love, and no parents love, as most addicts do. I am thrilled you had support, self discipline. It comes from a loving family. I pray, and hope you write about those who do not have that in life. You are a great literary writer in your vivid descriptions, I give you that. Be strong, do the right thing. God Bless.

I loved both a million little pieces amd my friend leonard, especially the latter. I cried and cried when leonard died, i knew it was going to happen but I had become so atteched to him throughout the book. Keep up the wonderful writing James. I would recommend your books to anyone.

Wish you’ed come to England. I work with young people in Birmingham UK in Drug Treatment, we don’t condone or condem drug/alcohol use but work with the people to achieve their goals not ours. You write so beautifully wish i could look into your eyes and shake your hand x

Hi James…

I read your book, “A Million Little Pieces” and I loved it. Absolutley awesome work-I thought I was the only one who was that messed up! I, too, battled a long, hard, ferocious addiciton to coccaine and other hard substances. I started using when I was 17, introduced to crack by my father, whom I had never met until then. I have been in jail more times than I can count and I am lucky to be alive. I have seen, done and lived through more in my 32 years tan most people do in their entire lives–or two. I have been in numerous treatment centers, both in-patient and out-patient. It seems that I have spent more time talking to counselors about my “issues” and “the 12 steps” than I have spent talking to my own family. And it always seemed to me that no one really ever understood me. A counselor once told me, “Christy, your are going to die from Terminal Uniqueness.” Well, I’d rather be different, anyway. And I am so glad t know that there are other people out there who actually “get it”-addiction may be a disease, but it is also a CHOICE. The bottom line is if I decide that I want to get high, then I am going to get high. And if I decide that I am NOT going to get high, then I won’t get high. No on can make me get high, except for myself. It is a choice, a conscious decision that I make: Do I? or Do I not?

Thanks for writing your book (even if some parts were exaggerated). It was written for people like me.

I would like to write a book myself, one day. I feel like I have a great story that others should hear. Maybe one day, I will be able to do that–you have inspired me.

Lies, truth, memoirs… Ive been moved by less. I have been inspired by this book, and have referred it to many friends and family who were in need of a new perspective… Best wishes to you James

Hi James,
I’ve just finished reading A million little peices, and now reading my friend leonard, I love your books and I truely related to you on a lot of levels it really touched home for me, your an amazing author and I could care less if some of the writing was fictional I still loved it and am inspired. I lived a pretty rough life as well and the things you wrote about made me laugh,cry and reminise about the things I once got upto, but having moved on from that life and those ways, reading your book brought me comfort that I wasn’t the only one that had been dealt some shit card along the way xx

I loved your book! It got me thru the Swine Flu. LOL I read it in just 3 days and borrowed it after having read A Million Little Pieces. Both amazing reads, although I think I enjoyed My Friend Leonard best. Although I can’t relate to drug addiction as you told it, I know some people who have battled it, and I wish I could have shared your book with them then. Kudos to you, and I”m glad that Oprah apologized to you. Whether totally true or embellished a bit, it’s still an amazing piece of work you should be proud of having shared. Thanks!

I just want to say that A Million Little Pieces was an amazing book. I don’t care what anyone says. I believe it came from the heart and that is what truly matters. It’s an inspiration for anyone who reads it. Thanks James.

I want you to know that Oprah isn’t God to most of us,just those fat ass lazy stay at home moms who have nothing better but bitch about other people’s downfalls so they don’t have to look at their own lives…like she’s one to talk. Regardless of whether you embelished in your first novels, the fact remains that it was an awesome read and books are always open to interpretation which is the beauty of reading and literature, is that not the point? Bright shiny Morning was incredible and be proud of what you’ve done. Fuck ‘em if they don’t appreciate who you are and all your talents.

Don’t forget that family, love, and the love of a child which is yours is all that really matters, all other opinions…well…fuck’em!!!! Good for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

hey james i dont know if you personally read these comments but anyway i wish to add mine, im 19 years old from lebanon i dont smoke but i drink, some of my closest friends recommend me to read your book so once i get it to my hands i start reading there’s moments i couldnt continue to read it it was so painful to read (though u felt it for real),and i really really believe you in sayin that addiction is a decision ,cause the ones who recommend me to read your book were addicts and they rnt anymore cause of their decision and did i mention that they ddnt go to rehab, though it was a rough time,,
yesterday i stayed till early morning reading your book i kind of took something from it you just never gave up hope , but what really bothers me when Lilly died , if it bothers me you probably wanted to kill yourself , i did get the sequal My Friend Leonard.. you are a great Writer
you have a lot of fans here in Lebanon
Your book is famous:D!!
regards
Joanna

DEAR JAMES,
I WANT YOU TO KNOW, THAT REGRADLESS OF WHAT HAPPENED WITH OPRAH AND EVERYTHING ELSE, I NEVER CHANGED MY MIND ABOUT YOUR BOOK. IT CHANGED MY LIFE, AND IT HELPED ME THROUGH MY TOUGHEST TIMES. DON’T LET ANYONE TELL YOU ANYTHING TO MAKE YOU BELIEVE YOU SHOULDN’T HAVE WRITTEN THAT BOOK, BECAUSE I BELIEVE THAT IT WAS DESTINED TO CHANGE ALOT OF PEOPLE’S LIVES. THANK YOU MR.JAMES, I’LL ALWAYS BE GREATFUL!

Dear James
I am from a small town in Australia called Bundaberg. although drugs arnt a real issue here i am fully aware of the impact in which they have in other places around the world. I love your book, i havnt yet been able to put it down as i am so proud of you and your achievements.
After hearing what Oprah had to say off the controversy, i hope she has apologised for being unpolite. She her self has had enormous battles with her past and of all people i thought she would be the one to understand the most. I hope you and your family are happy and you write more inspirational books. best of luck
Katherine

Dear James,

I have just finished ‘A Million Little Pieces’ and subsequently rushed out to buy ‘My Friend Leonard’. Your writing is vivid, gripping and feels very natural. I cannot remember the last time I was so drawn into a story and the plight of the characters, I could barely put the book down for more than 30 seconds without needing to find out what happens next. Good luck with your future books, I look forward to reading them.

All the best & keep holding on

Charlie

Dear James,

I have never been so touched or moved by a piece of writing before. After finishing the book last night I have broken down into tears of happiness understanding and despair several times today. I do not have an addiction of any sort but your book has given me strength to face other problems in my life and put them in perspective. I will start reading My Friend Leonard today and hope it will reveal more about Lilly. It is her story that has caused me to feel all these emotions and I hope that in reality things were not as you wrote them.

Thank you

Kim

Dear James,
I am a mother of two small girls, ages 2 and 6. Both are fine, healthy, perfect. Yet I have moments of total paralysis just thinking about the possibility of ever losing them. A few moments ago I read your essay about losing your son Leo, and as a parent I feel wounded for you. I’m so sorry for your loss, for your wife’s loss, and for the loss of the hopes and dreams that you both held for your child. I know better than to wish you peace. Instead, I’ll wish you strength. And courage, too, to write down everything about your son before the small moments with him recede and grow faint. May Leo live in your heart. (I know he will.) –Just Another Parent

please contact me, i am 28, and have an awesome story to tell. James Frey is the only one i will give the honor of writing this memoir for me. A 10-year addict with everything, mostly meth, a lot of fucked up stories, i know this will be a winner.Call Me!!!(770)374-3467. And i am cute still:)
Lins happe
happegirl13@yahoo.com

Great books.. his embellishments or whatever you wanna call them do not bother me at all, it is a fascinating story i wish i was as interesting as james.

james frey… you have inspired me in so many ways. i am a 15 year old girl and my english teacher had our class read this book. i was been sneaking sips of my mom and dads liquor since i was 9 and when i turned 11 i started getting drunk i blacked out for the first time at 12 and i started smoking weed when i was thirteen. i also went through rehab earlier this year i also had a thought that i would just get through this because my school caught me drunk and required me to go. once i got through i told myself i would drink or smoke but then my friends convinced me to go to a party and i went and it didnt turn out well and ever since i have read your book i have been sober it has been over 3 months now and im happier then i have ever been….jame frey you saved my life. and i thank you for that.

James,
I have read all of your books and your work is brilliant. I have never been a bigger supporter of any single author. When can we expect another book? Everything pales in comparison to your books…any suggestions?

Hi James,

I’m a low/no budget film maker from London, i’m 27 and was wondering if anyone has bought the rights to turn a million little pieces into a film?

I read the book and thought it was crying out to be made into a film, i then passed the book onto my crew (x2 people) and they have also shown an interest in turning this into a film.

We have no budget and wondered if this was already in the pipeline to be made and what your thoughts about my request may be?

I would very much like to hear from you, if thats something you would like to speak about,

Yours faithfully,

Ross Jeffery

I just finished A Million Little Pieces and absolutely totally completely loved the ride. I enjoyed the LA facts – it was a book about LA what better way to portray the city? The stories and characters were enthralling and endearing. I’m grateful that Oprah wasn’t able to still such a unique, compelling voice. Give us more more more

I highly recommended Bright Shiny Morning to family and friends. I love Frey’s writing style and felt I was right beside his characters, feeling what they feel. Bright Shiny Morning brings the reader through a roller coaster of honest emotions. Read it. You won’t be disappointed.

Boston, MA

I have never read a book as powerful as A Million Little Pieces. I don’t give a shit if some is true and some is not or if the whole damn thing was made up. Can’t wait to finish Bright Shiny Morning. Keep writing truth and fuck what the critics say!

James, i think you are amazing and a true inspiration, i am 18 and have never been so engrossed in a book as i was then i was reading both a million little pieces (which i think i told everyone about) and my friend leonard (i cried). These books are amazing and i felt like i was going through it all with you, i really do not even know what to write because i am actually speechless and mesmerised.
James you are a true and proper inspiration to so many people and you are such a strong person to be able to over come everything you have been through. i wish you all the best in life because you deserve it. AMAZING!!

James, i am a 15 year old girl and it opened my eyes to so many things
i have strength against things i was scared about before i read your book
im trying to write my own book about my horrific past about child abuse and drug abuse.
please keep writing
A million little peices was the most amazing book i have ever read in my life
i bought it for my older brother when he was struggling in rehab.
thankyou for bringing this wonderful peice of mind to the world.

plus, my brother overcame his drug addiction because of your book.
i have told all of my friends about it and theres a waiting list in to who reads it next.
i cant wait to start my friend leonard.
you are an amazing person anyone that has been what you have been through and keeps going is a complete inspiration.
Amazing, thankyou for changing my life

Hey there im a south african woman, just wanted to say when i went to go work in the UK i read your book and fell inlove with it i would love to know when your new book is out… thanks and are you on facebook??? i told everyone to read your books its amazing to know that you made a godd life for yourself and your family… just remember everything happens for a reason….

Just finished reading bright shiny morning and I have to say i found it just as addictive as the first two books. James’s writing style is like no one elses, it feels much more emotive to read that the words just flow off the page.

I was sorry to hear about the fuss surrounding a million little pieces, however it doesn’t change how i felt after I read the book and the impact its had on so many peoples lives. I’ll keep reading, if he keeps writing.

Dear james,
im a 15 year girl, im italian and i love your book ”a million little pices”
your such an ispiration to me. i’d love to talk to you. i’ve so much questions for you. it would be amaising to speak with you i’d love to discus with you about your book. your book touch me in deep. i love it. can’t wait to read some more books of yours.

love.

carlotta.

There’s a certain honesty that lies within your books. It’s not pretty, clean, and it doesn’t try to hide shame, fear, or doubt. It’s fantastic and blunt, and is probably why I’ve read each of your books time and time again; because I can find peace in them. I can connect with all of the sensory images and it feels so wonderful knowing someone else has experienced what you have. And at the same time, these experiences are irrelevant, insignificant in the end. But for now, for now they make me feel alive. And yeah, your books are inspirational. Because they ignite something inside of me, whether the stories are real or not. Thank you for that.

i love this book. very inspirational. dude saves lives for real… james… forget the haters man you just do you bro. i read the book in 4 days. couldnot put it down…

Dear James,
Thank you, just finished A million little pieces. I´m from Norway and I´m ashamed to say I hadn´t heard of you until a friend gave me your book for Christmas. Now I will buy your other books and read them all. And recommend them to my friends and family. Thanks again.

Dear James,
I am a 21 year old girl from New Delhi. I just started reading A Million Little Pieces, and I have to say–you really scared me.
I don’t know if you’ll read this, but I just want you to know that all that happened to you was for a reason. You have learnt so much and are now sharing it with the world. For that I thank you.
I am not an addict of any kind, but i feel responsible.
I send you love and healing and hope you have a happy and healthy life.
Thank you,
Love,
Pooja
xx

When I read ‘A Million Little Pieces’, I absolutely feel in love with the book. Which is why I felt so utterly betrayed when I found out that both of Frey’s books were ‘semi-fictional’ or as I will call them as I see them, LIES. It is offensive to anyone who has ever battled severe addiction. When you read something with so much hope and such a strong message, it really disappointed me and other people I recommended the book to. The situation was low, and I no longer have an respect for Frey as an author or a person.

Liar.

James – You inspire me to write as well as to tell all the haters to suck it. I got your back man. Thanks for the inspiration. KEEP WRITING! L

James- you are a great writer but a better liar. You didnt have to say that it was a memoir you could’ve said it was fiction. It really makes me think twice when i buy a book. Im sorry i wasted my money on your books. I cried when i read your books because they seemed so real. How could you lie about someone commiting suicide? I’m sorry that your a pathelogical liar.

James-
I am currently reading “A Million Little Pieces” and it is one of the most gripping books I have ever read. I have seen firsthand the effects of alcohol and drug abuse and your accounts of withdrawal and the power of addiction are so honest. You are so brave for sharing your struggles and not sugar-coating this devastating disease. You have inspired me to write about my own experiences with addiction and the roller coaster ride that is and has been my life for the last few years. I can’t wait to read “My Friend Leonard” and “Bright Shiny Morning”. Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and others that are struggling with difficulties in any area of their lives. ) Don’t stop writing!

Amy

Little Pieces

Even if it’s all bullshit, it’s one of the most important books ever written.

Even if it’s all lies, it is full of truth.

I have never encountered so much strength in a man’s words.

If you are down, this book will sit next to you on the dirty floor, wrap an arm around you and sit until you are ready to stand again.

Both ‘A Million little pieces’ and ‘My friend Leonard’ brought me to tears. They encapsulate so many things about life in a beautifully raw way. Thankyou.

I have never read a book more closer to the truth than your book, both in fact, A million little pieces and My friend Leonard. You helped me and surely a lot of others.

I have never read a book more closer to the truth than a million little pieces and my friend Leonard. You helped me and other people, you are a good man James and do not forget that. Hold On is the one thing I have learnt from you. Thank you.

Kruger Crause

“To live with angels and chase their dreams.”
I’m fifteen years old.
Your books have opened my eyes.

After enjoying both a million little pieces and My freind Leonard, i was over the moon when i found bright shiny morning in my local bookshop,finally. I couldnt put in down the whole weekend, even though i live and come from scotland your books still matter to me. Also i was wondering if you have ever seen the episode of south park called a million little fibers, i think youd laugh. Thankyou for your books,thankyou for making me laugh and cry and still wondering what happened to all the wonderful characters in Bright Shiny Morning. Well done you

I have read all of your books. They are all awesome! Please keep writing.

May I offer a very belated thank you for Bright Shiny Morning. I picked the book up in an airport and lugged it all around France, reading when I should have been looking at art and architecture. What a brilliant novel. What great use of language. What great character voices. Reading your novel was the best part of a wonderful trip to France. Now, almost two years later I’m getting around to telling you so. Keep writing no matter what. When one has such a gift as yours, one is obligated to use it. I’ll see the art and architecture on the next trip.

dear james,
i can fully relate to your stories. may they have been embelished who the fuk cares you were real about it. i got a story also and imm in recovery. ive been off speed for almost a year ive been off alcohol for 6months, i quit smoking cigaretts and sex. i had it all and then i was homeless bathing in sprinklers and a river in the end. i need help putting my story out there. im a surivior and i want to share my story so if you want to tell it i think your words are the best to say it. i love your books and the way you write. its cool. and thank you.

I just finished a million little pieces last night, after just picking it up 2 days ago, i could not put it down!!! I was heartbroken about lilly but im happy to hear that u have a wife and a daughter, i am so glad for you, i cant wait to read the rest of your book, but as seeing that i am South Africa it hard to find them. I cant realy relate to your story, although i used coke for a while but been clean for a long long time, i have a family member tho that is an alchoholic and i wish i knew how to help her, without causing some family drama.
I am so glad everything worked out for you, you are such an inspiration to many many people and i thank you for that, and fuck oprah and who ever has anything bad so say, let them try putting their live out there like that, with so much honesty. i have to so much respect for you. I wish you good luck with everything you do and know that i am a BIG BIG fan. Hope to meet you someday

With love Jacky

Hey James,
It took sometime to read the book, but know that I’m done I got to say I really enjoyed it. Your book has really inspired me. I’m even trying to get more people to read it. I find the whole ‘James Frey controversy’ to be so ridiculous, I’m so upset with Oprah Winfrey. I can’t wait to read ‘My friend Leonard.’ Please don’t stop writing, be it truth or fictional, your an amazing writer, and it would be very disappointing if you stop.

I have just finished reading a million little pieces & my friend Leonard, they are two of the best books i have read. cry, cry, cry laugh and cry some more. I don’t care what anyone say’s they were fucking awesome. Thankyou Deb for sending them to me & THANKYOU James Frey for writing them.
Cheers Kiri

Just on the last pages of a million little peices, love the book so much. My freind told me about how amazing this book was and how she is in love with the writer (James!!) in the end she went and bought it for me!

Just want to congragulate you on over comming drug addiction, after being on drugs for some years i understand what its like and how it can over take you as a person only in the past cuple of years am i getting my life back to where it shoud be. I started taking drugs when i was 16-17 realised on my 18th birhtday i was addicted, i am off them now an living a happy an healthy life.

You are an inspiration… Keep up the good work, cant wait to start reading ‘my friend leonard’
Best Wish’s.. Trevor

I fell in love with Esperanza and Doug and their love. And when Dylan didn’t come back I cried in my living room. How come you couldn’t bring him back? It could have been just 1 more page that said:

Maddie woke up, Dylan was sitting on her bed smiling.

And just that? just so I wouldn’t have to be sad all day now.

-a

Hey Someone!

got a really URGENT question – Does ANYONE know, which TRANSLATION of the TAO TE KING James Frey quotes from in his “A Million Little Pieces”

Please help me out – I searched for days, after I read it – and I had read about 5-8 translations up to that moment.

It’s a few years now – and I still didn’t come accross that particular translation…

THX A LOT

Hi james,

I read your book “A Million Little Fibers” awhile after it came out and actually got more interested to read it from the South Park episode where Towlie writes a book called “A Million Little Fibers”. I just wanted to say thank you. I read it in a time in my life where I was dealing with a lot of emotional issues and it really helped me stay present with my feelings and I believe it helped me heal. The way it was written immediately stuck me and pulled me in. The truth that came thru and the pure emotion was overhelming at times, but so beautiful. So after I finished it I saw a copy of “My Friend Leonard” at my coucellers office library. I borrowed it and ripped right thru it. Another beautiful book. At the time I was dealing with sexuality issues and the moment I read Leonard say “I’m gay.” I sort of came out of my body for a moment. I think on a deep level I knew that that was true to myself too. I was very afraid that I related so much to the character but it made it more real in my mind. It took awhile for me to understand and actually let myself feel certain urges but I feel so much better about what I am. Again, thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings.

Nick.

Hi James,

I’ve read both ‘A million Little Pieces’ and ‘My Friend Leonard’.

I just wanted to say Thank You for writing two brilliant books that makes a person look outside the life and comforts that once you’ve had for a while you take for granted.

I’ve never cried at a book like I did when I finished ‘My Friend Leonard’.

I look forward to reading ‘Bright Shiny People’ and any further books you write and publish.

H.

James Frey, thank you for the three books you’ve published so far.
I first read “million little pieces” in swedish (the translation into swedish reduced millions to thousands), then in english. The book was a little better in english, so with the other two books I only read them in english.

I am not a drug nor alcohol addict. But this book is one of the most influential in my life. I’ve learned how to fight. Thanks, mr.Frey.

Hello James, ive ben reading your books since i was 14 and now, im almost 18 and im still in love with it. A Million Little Pieces, My Friend Leonard and Bright Shiny Morning is THE only books that NEVER leaves my bookshelf. I would love to meet you someday. Your my inspiration to getting better and facing life in a whole different angle. May God bless you.

Dear James,
I just put down My friend Leonard, and I am moved to tears, they have not stop for atleast a good 10 mins. As i read your books, i have felt myself become a part of your friendship, as if i was becoming close friends with you and Leonard, i was sad when he left, and worried when you were, and cried when he went to a better place. Your writing is inspirational, and beautiful like a work of art in a museum. Your moved me in so many ways. I have also dealt with my share of drug problems, and loss. But your are an inspiration to anyone who is going through any type of pain. A million little pieces, is an amazing story of recovery, friendship, growth, and love. A bright shinny morning,is a collection of sad, tragic, regretful stories aswell as interesting quotes of a forever growing city. You move me in more ways then i can say and i hope you continue to write because i will be waiting for another book. You are an amazing inspiration for staying drug free and for never giving up no matter what is happening, to hold your head up and continue to fight. Thank you for becoming a part of my life, and sharing yours. Forever your fan

i am reading your book this very day and though i am through it yet…i can feel your love for lily as a big help for your treatment….how is it now with you and lily?

I really enjoyed your book A Million Little Pieces. You are an amazing writer and have a very special gift. I was excited to see that you have written other books and can’t wait to get another one to read!!

I recently read Million Little Pieces. I had seen it’s bright blue cover on book stands in stores everywhere since its publication. I knew of the controversy that ensued after James appeared on the OW show, and the debacle that ensued. I read as often as I can, but have always been a slow reader, and a book the length of MLP typically would take me about two – four weeks to complete. I read MLP in 1 1/2 days and found it sad, poignant, inspiring, entertaining, and unlike anything else I have ever read.

While I don’t know which parts in the book are true, which are embellished, and which are straight fiction, I also don’t care which category each chapter, page, paragraph, sentence and word fall into. If it didn’t happen to JF, it most certainly happened to someone, and I am happy that I read this book.

Addiction and recovery are strange beasts, to put it mildly. Oprah Winfrey had no right to put JF through her personal and egotistical attack after learning that there was a certain amount of poetic licence in the pages of MLP. I watch Oprah sporatically and find her alternately warm and intuitive and smug and egotistical.

I, for one, am glad that I read this book. I am glad that JF had the courage to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) and write the story of James, Leonard, Lilly, Miles, Matty and the rest. I don’t care if there are pieces which did not happen to JF directly, because they certainly happened to someone, somewhere, at sometime.

I just finished reading My Friend Leonard, and have freshly cracked the cover of Bright Shiny Morning. James Frey is on my list of authors to watch, and I will read each and every book he publishes in the future.

James Frey is an author who writes in a way that feels as if I am hearing his inner monologue, which I believe proves positive that, fact or fiction, the words come from his heart and soul not just his mind.

Thank you, James, for writing this book, for enduring through what has obviously been a very difficult series of events in your life, and I wish you peace, happiness, health to your family, and the power to stay sober for as long as you possibly can.

Mr. Frey,
I just picked up your book, A Million Little Pieces, after it came HIGHLY recommended to me. I am in a book club and have become dubbed as the “toughest” critic in the group. I have a very low tolerance for Danielle Steele style books. I crave tremendous writing style and depth to a story. WOW, is at a minimum what I have to say about your book. As I read it I thought 1) who cares if this story is 100% experiential/bio it is written in such a fantastic form and style!!!! 2) I couldn’t put it down. I read it in the carpool line, drying my hair, at the dinner table etc 3) No one could write to that depth about addiction if they had not in some way, shape, or form experienced it wether first or second hand and it truly doesn’t matter in which manner because it was done so well. I am curious about what made you feel you had to promote it as first hand? You didn’t have to b/c it was fantastic. You should have left the element of questioning wether first hand or not to make it even more intriquing for the reader. Who cares what Oprah thinks? It was solely about her. I say, get back out in the public again and kick some butt with more great stories. Promise us readers this though, keep the writing as good as the first book. Put as much depth and passion into each book you write b/c most authors don’t. They tend to “fall off the wagon” of good writing after their first “hit”. If you are ever available to interact with a book club, we love to have authors lead us in discussion about their books. I promise there would be no “oprah attacking” . Your book is solid and stands on its own. You never needed Oprah to begin with! We would love to have you interact with us via phone, skype, or better yet…..in person! Let me know if ever a possibility! Thanks! Kelley Butler (mkbbutler@comcast.net)

i really think you should make ‘A Million Little Pieces’ into a film! It would be amazing! the book is the best i have ever read and a real eye opener, and very helpful as i work in the same kind of setting.

I am 18, and I just wrote 8 chapters of my own book, and I can proudly say that it is all inspired by James Frey. Even though I live halfway across the world, his writing changed my life, and helped me find myself. Thank you is the simplest, yet most meaningful thing I can say. Thank You James Frey.

we all mustnt forget the most important thing of all…
the man can write!

a million little pieces and my friend lenord are novels that are read religiously for plesure in my home. one day, i will have an extra twentysome odd dollars that i can spend on bright shiny morning. i am a single mother in school and trying to make ends meet with no friends or family. but after reading my friend leonard (which was after reading a million little pieces so manytimes pages are falling out) i decided to write my own book. it will nver get published but thats not why i write it. im writing it for my son. and if his eyes are the only ones to see it i will be very happy. t currently sits at 17109 words and my inspiratin derives soely from James Frey and his amazing work. beyond the amazing story that he tells his way with words and style of writting inspire me.

I am an addict and a drinker. I’ve been sober a few weeks. This week was bad. I wanted a drink every day, than I wanted more than that. I decided to read instead. I had A million Little Pieces on my bookshelf.

Who the fuck cares if Mr. Frey embellished some of his story? I have struggled for years. I almost died from my addictions several times this past year, and no one knew or cared. This is the first time anyones story has resonated with my own and more than that, I don’t feel so alone with this anymore.

I have wanted to get fucked up all week. This book kept me sober and kept me holding on. Thank you.

I have been an addict to drugs to make me feel complete, confident you name it. I have now been off drugs for 4 years. but i still find it difficult not to use and fucked up, especially when i feel down and depressed. I am currently reading a million little pieces, and I have to say that i have not been able to put that book down, i cant stop telling people about it or recommending people to read it. its the most amazing story and the most amazing book i have ever read, i appreciate the honesty that has gone into this book, and that i think is what makes this book even more special. You have been an immense inspiration to me James, I admire the courage you have and i truely wish you all the best for the future.

Lee-Anne

Kocham t? ksi??k?,jest przera?aj?ca i pi?kna,nigdy wcze?niej nie czu?am tak wielu skrajnych emocji czytaj?c.?mieje si? i p?acz? i nie chce czyta? dalej bo boje si? ?e sko?czy sie ta cudowna historia.Uwielbiam Ci? JF:) I love you

Hey,
I just finished reading A Million Little Pieces and My Friend Leonard. I wanted you to know those books are both absolutely incredible. The next book I will be reading is Bright Shiny Morning. I was absolutely moved by both pieces of literature. I don’t cry very often, but at the end of My Friend Leonard, I was crying like a little boy. I know you probably won’t read this, but I wanted to let you know that those books are the two best books I have ever read. In our school yearbook, we get senior quotes, and for my senior quote, I chose “Be strong. Live Honorably and with Dignity. And when you don’t think you can. Hold On.” No matter how many books you end up writing and publishing, I intend to read every single one of them. I know that there were “lies” in A Million Little Pieces (as exposed by smokinggun.com and Oprah), however, I don’t feel cheated in any way, shape or form. Your books have inspired me to write, if only I had a story as great as yours. Keep on keepin’ on.

Zack

Hi James.
I just wanna say I love you. I love you, James. I love what you have in mind. I love your soul. I love everything from you. (I’m so sorry for my english)

Thank you for awakening a passion for reading within me.

i just finishe reading my freind leonard the end was touching and rather sad i have read a million little pieces too but was not as moved bye it a million little peices and my freind leonard are two of the most interesting books i have read than you for sharing your life with the rest of the world i can imagine that it woud not of been a very easy thing to do

james, you are byfar my favorite author. i can’t wait to see what else you have in store for us. all of your books are amazing and i cant wait to read the next one you come out with. a million little pieces, and my friend leonard were just so touching, i couldnt imagine going through any of that..keep up the awesome work, and i will be on my toes to purchase your next book!!!
-<3 always, jenn -PA

Dearest James Frey, im 29 years old i am a recovering addict i have struggled off and on in Cambridge, England.
James i read your book A Million Little Pieces, now im not going to get cliche and pathetic and say you cured me of my addiction BUT!!!
After reading that Fucking master piece i found a new direction, a strength if you will.
James as an addict ALONE always in our characteristically disabled vortex of self loathing and shame JAMES FREY shone a rescue beacon in the form of A MILLION LITTLE PIECES
I wrote you a song and i also have wrote you a 4 page letter, although i know it will never be read by you it felt great to try!!
This stregth James now is burning inside me like ive never known before a wall has emerged between me n my CLIK CLIK drug of choice and i cant thank you enough for the shit you took and people you stood up to!!!!
I thank you James Frey your a true Amercan Hero!!!!

James Frey is amazing and one of my all time favorite authors. I can’t wait to purchase Bright and Shiny Morning. His memoirs are amazing and impacted my life a lot. A Million Little Pieces and My Friend Leonard are two of my most favorite books I read in 2010. Keep up the amazing work James Frey! I’ll be reading it all!

Am I the only one who feels depressed after reading A Million Little Pieces?

I’ll take a break before I start reading My friend Leonard, for my own sanity.

You put words on how I feel and think. That doesn’t happen when I read those Kinsella books (ok I don’t really read her)
Sometimes I read a page and went thinking about it for the whole day. Non productive at all at work.

You should tour to Montreal So I can Kick your Ass for making me feel like shit (and get an autograph while we’re there)

Don’t stop writing.

Va a escribir la saga o la continuacion de “soy el numero cuatro”

Dear James Frey,

I’m Carol, from ZEITmagazin, the supplement of German well-known weekly DIE ZEIT.

In every issue of ours, we love to share our latest discoveries or “Insiders” with our readers.
In our “from happy to cheerful” Rubrique, we show things, concepts, locations, people etc. We like, that put some colour in our routine and brightens our mood.

We would love to feature your book the final Testament of the holy bible.
Would it be possible for you to send me some pictures of it on High Resolution? with Photo Credit.

Of course your name and label will be mentionned and linked and we will send you a copy of the issue as soon as is’s published.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions,

Hoping to hear from you soon,
Kind Regards from Berlin,

Carol Körting

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Hi James,
I have tried to no avail to find an email to contact you on. I was recently suggested your books by a friend of mine after I have suffered almost 2 years of an anxiety disorder and psychosis. I found your books so extremely powerful and though the situation is not the same I felt great strength and empathy in your writing and it has given me the courage to continue on. I found that during really difficult times, writing helped me to get myself together. Your book was like looking through a window into my mind. I have never related so strongly to another book before. You write so beautifully and honestly.
Don’t listen to any of the shit people give you, you know in your heart it’s what you needed to do to get through, I feel proud and honored to have been allowed into a part of your life. I would love to hear back from you,
Thank you for helping me,
Caz 21yrs
Australia

hey james,
i am reading a million little pieces and if i could meet any author i would want to meet you. it is a true story isn’t it? ahh i wish i could talk to you in person! if you would ever e-mail me that would be so cool my e-mail address is trees-and-rainbows@hotmail.com

Haven’t finished reading a million little pieces yet…however, being a alcoholic myself..what does it matter, a few alternations…it’s not the holy grail. Great job describing what it’s like to be in the skin of an addict. Will you be my sponsor? Ha ha

i loved (love) your book a Million Little Pieces. I read it when your mother appeared on that oprah program. You are such a talented writer. I gave it to a neighbor, my daughter (had to buy a few more copies, they never gave them back). It was totally brilliant! I love your style!

Jeanine Armada RNP

Hello James,
I have just finished reading both A Million Little Pieces and My Friend Leonard for the third time. Each time I read them it is during periods of calm in my life and they refocus me on holding on and moving on. I wish you every success and can’t wait to read Bright and Shiny Morning (Going to order online right now). Thank you. Paula Collins, Ireland

Hello, James Frey. I’m almost done reading your book A Million Little Pieces. It is the first Oprah Book Club book I ever purchased. The first few pages of the book encouraged me to buy it.

Thank you, thank you for writing this book. You have no idea how this book means to me at this time in my life.

James Frey, I am looking for someone to write my story.I am an x heroin addict ,prostitute,adult entertainer..cleaning up while in a methadone program read your book A Million Pieces.opened my own methadone program…The Green Dragonfly..The story doesn’t end there..Please contact me…STACI STAXXX You cant look me up on line Thank You !!!!!!

Ans there I was, thinking that I am fucking special….:)) I won’t say the writing is great or that it’s one of my best readings, because you deserve more than the appreciation of an amateur.

you got the best of life, with it’s hardness and sadness but also the great happiness and achievement of kicking it in the face and LIVING it.

I think that at some point I almost envy you! I am not an addict of any sort I don’t wish to become one, I love being free, but I don’t think I ever really understood the meaning of it….

Hi James im an Italian guy, I found the way u write absolutely brilliant and my degree thesis will be focused on you and particularly on “the final testament of the holy bible”, im writing it here cos i didnt know how to contact you, i need to ask u some questions, nothing personal, just about your writing style. bye

I agree. Writting in an exceptional form and always had my attention from the time I picked up your book. Thanks for your inspiration!

Hi Everyone! I have read million little pieces and bright shiny morning – both were truly outstanding – loved them loved them loved them

Hi James. Chicago Harpo employee here, and just sent you an e-mail. Took a stab at your e-mail address, so not sure if I got a hit. Although I think now you have my via this site (hangs)

I have read two of you amazing books, a million little pieces and my friend Leonard. (i plan to read the others) i was moved by both books and i find it amazing that you kept on living and didn’t give up. that is a trait i think everyone should havee. What you went through made me cry just thinking about it. You remind me alot about myself and my life. To learn that you are some what okay today makes me want to keep living and trying. thank you for being an inspiration to me.

Hey James Frey,
Just read you are going to be on Oprah on Monday. Hope you give her hell, she doesn’t deserve to be let off the hook for throwing you under the bus. Ask her if in all her 25 years of doing her show, she never embellished or sensationalized anything in order to reach or inspire more people?? I have read your first 3 books and think that ‘A Million Little Pieces’ was a hugely important, inspiring and relevant book that supported millions to rethink the role of alcohol in their lives. Oprah has a huge platform that reaches millions of people and has become buried under her piles of money and lost touch with what is important to real people. I stopped watching after her 2nd episode with you. Did read however, that she dedicated an entire episode to how to shape womens eyebrows…Let her have it!!!

james, if u read these posts. plz get in touch. i dont live in the bronx, but everything else is true. not sure what else to say, without saying to much.

Watching you on Oprah….I totally get it…I have a ‘memoir’ about conversations I KNOW I had with my dead friend – who would call that a memoir? To me it IS a memoir and it totally happened. but nobody else will see it that way. Bottom line; you wrote a brilliant book, and for that you should be commended. I am on your side and always have been. I look forward to much more of your writing.

I’m happy you did Oprah again and no matter what I loved the book and your style of writing. It still is and will always be one of my favorite reads!
I hope you get the redemption you deserve. I wish the best of luck in the future and look forward to your new book.

Great book, great job writing it, message much needed. Oprah, I love what you do girl but please, get off James back. You preach all the time about weight loss, make a ton of money pushing weight loss ideas. Only got to look at those hips to see you be selling your message under false pretenses. Now that’s the truth.

I wanted to tell you I originally bought the book back then because my husband had a cocaine problem and it look like an insite into that world.

I loved the book. I HATE to read. I never read and I couldn’t put it down. So I am a non-reader and your book got me reading so I wanted to say awesome book. Sounds like you got bad advice about publishing it as a true story but I loved it either way.

Shelly

Dear James:

I am watching you this very moment on Oprah. I am so sorry you got sued and were mistreated over your book A Million Little Pieces. Your book was so entirely heartfelt, riveting,had an insight only an addict could have. Though not an addict, I couldn’t put the book down and it gave me knowledge and compassion for the inner workings of some of my family and friends. God bless you, your wife your child and your dog. I’m glad you had the courage to go on Oprah again to tell your story. Keep writing!

Your fan,
Theresa

I am watching you on Oprah just now and I want you to know that I have supported you from day one. I lost all respect for Oprah when she treated you the way she did and ganged up on you. I have read a book called Your Life As Story by Tristine Rainer and she states that many of the most famous autobiographies have been embellished to make them more intereting.

Oprah’s behaviour was inexcusable.

I loved A Million Little Pieces, you are a very talented writer and your book will help many people.

Good luck in your future endeavors.

Dear Mr. Fry
Did see the show years ago. It was a sad day to view a man being torn apart. Today I saw a strong human being who is a surviror and had the courage to continue life and his love for writing.
You have given us all hope that one who has hit bottom can face anything if he wants to. My son has been an alcoholic, has little to do with family but there is still hope in my heart that he will fight this. Seeing you today will give lots of hope to many.
Thanks.

As a writer of two novels. and a seasoned editor and writer for a local newspaper, I am confused as to why James Frey was made out to be a literary pariah.

He mis-labeled his written work as a different genre then what it was. He did not plagiarize.

So, what exactly is so scandalous … and why is it becuase Oprah Winfrey says so, we must all feel Frey is a terrible person and artist.

He is a gifted writer and made a small mistake in the literary world.

I would focus more on his talent and entertainment to readers than the fact that he called his novel a memoir.

Dear Mr. Fry,
Would you be interested in reading an introduction to a book I would like to write? I would appreciate a professional opinion as to whether I should write it, and if so, assistance in doing it right.
Thank you very much.

James,

I enjoyed your book. I never understood the stoning you received from Oprah and others. It was a good book and it was written the way you wanted to write it. I won’t watch Part II of this show with Oprah because I feel she is trying to forgive herself for making what became a stoning for you a nightmare for you and your family.

Theodora & Callum get inside the head of American writer, James Frey to learn about his life and likes: http://www.theodoraandcallum.com/blog/cat/creative-factory/post/my-faves-james-frey/

I am watching the Oprah show, and this is the first time I hear about you, I do not know what it was all about, I will go aan look for more information about you, it seems that Oprah talk bad about, so I will learn about you by myself without anyone’s opinion…I live around Montréal, qc. in canada I must have missed the program about you on Oprah, I wish I could have someone to put down what I have in my head, well maybe someday, in the meantime, good luck to you…love…Huguette Major…

James, Heard you say on Oprah today that you don’t know if you believe in God. I believe you do. Although you’re writing what you want to write and making movies and lots of money, I’m sure you still feel a void in your life. That void was placed there by God and only belief in Him can fill that void. You need to get yourself and your family in a Bible-believing church and give your heart and life to Him. That void will then be filled. Jesus is coming soon, i.e., the Rapture of the church will take place where all true believers will be taken to Heaven. Those left behind will experience 7 years of tribulaton; the only way to Heaven then will be by being decapitated by a religion wanting you to denounce Jesus as the Messiah and denounce your faith in God. Don’t wait until it’s too late my friend. God/Jesus loves you and your family and wants to establish a relationship with you.

I’m so glad you and Oprah hugged and made up. Now I feel bad talking about her big butt. You were such a gentleman, I am so proud of you. It was really cool that she admitted to letting her ego run the last interview. I am very sorry about the loss of your baby also. Read “Million” long time ago, can’t wait to read your other books. Rock on James <3

Mr. Fry would you read the Bible? Not to make a mock of your work. I just think that it would be a gift to your life.Just as you stated that you have been given gifts in life.Please don’t ignore this. i hope you decide to.

Dear Mr.Fry,

You have the unique ability to inspire others to step out of their comfort zone and take action to make the world a better place.

I respectfully request your participation for an interview for the documentary film, My Momma Says Obama:

My Momma Says Obama, aims to re-focus attention on what we see as the central aspiration of President Obama’s 2008 campaign; the restoration of the American Dream that was once a possibility for all but was stolen by years of selfish politics.

The American Dream is the umbrella for a variety of themes including the demise of the Peace Movement, our growing environmental crisis, our militaristic foreign policy and urban violence. To explore these themes, we have been interviewing a diverse range of personalities and drawn a historical parallel with 1968 when the US last faced the kind of internal turmoil and change that re-defined the nation.

The story is being edited by Sam Pollard whose award-winning HBO documentaries, “When The Levees Broke” and “Four Little Girls” have passionately told the stories of Hurricane Katrina and the brutality of racism in the deep south. His reputation as a storyteller who finds authentic voices and gives clarity to their message is unmatched. Mr. Pollard’s most recent collaboration with Spike Lee, a film entitled “If God is Willing and Da Creek Don’t Rise”, investigates the oil spill, a topic which our film is continuing to explore.

My Momma Says Obama goes beyond the media’s polarization of America to show the bravery of influential people to speak their mind on both sides of debate, even if it goes against the grain.

To date, interviews have been completed with, May Pang , Sid Bernstein, Gary Hirshberg CEO of Stonyfield Farms, Joseph Cammarata author of “Face of Courage; Rise from the Rubble” , Doug Liman (Director of Fair Game), Frank Schaeffer (Crazy for God), Rocky Carroll, Gary Lucas, Bob Gruen, Bill Ayers, Mark Green and Michael Mailer, Keith Carradine, Reverend Billy & The Church of Stop Shopping, Nell Newman CEO of Newman’s Own Organics as well as Hargo, Arif Khatib, James Sweeney, Skyler Jett & Eric Daniels(Theme Song Attached), and Susan Brown. We spoke with “Danny” K. Tabor the Mayor of Inglewood California.

We interviewed Joseph Cammarata author of “Face of Courage; Rise from the Rubble”, at his brother Michael’s firehouse Engine 28/ Ladder 11. Michael Cammarata was the youngest firefighter to die on September 11th. He spoke passionately about his objection to the building of the mosque at Ground Zero.

I will interview mosque supporter Donna O’Conner of Peaceful Tomorrows soon, whose pregnant daughter tragically died in the terrorist attacks. We spoke today, she was so emotional. We are also confirmed to interview Representative Weiner this Spring about his bravery in going off on the Republicans Over Blocking 9/11 Health Compensation Act.
as well as Muslim Congressman Ellison.

We are looking at America’s identity crisis in the aftermath of this trauma.

This reminds us that,

“A Broken Heart Does Not Have to Equal A Broken Spirit”

This November we will do a fundraiser with Rick DellaRatta the founder of Jazz For Peace.

Further info on JFP;

Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for Peace have included historic performances in the US, Europe, Africa and Brazil and his landmark Jazz for Peace concert at the United Nations in New York in 2002. The concert united Israeli, Palestinian and American musicians in concert and is now considered one of the most significant cultural events of our time!

This U.N. Concert has led to a benefit concert series that has gone on to raise funds, publicity and awareness for over 700 non-profit organizations, garnered support and praise from distinguished Americans such as President Barack Obama, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Senator John McCain, Congressman Dennis Kucinich, activist Noam Chomsky, actor Ed Begley Jr., New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and many more; and attended and enjoyed by ambassadors, celebrities, humanitarians, and music lovers worldwide! Jazz pianist, vocalist and composer Rick DellaRatta was included by The Foundation Center in their list of the top musician philanthropists of our time along with Bono (U2), Elton John, Peter Gabriel and Sting.

I brought Sean Penn J/P Haitian Relief together with Jazz for Peace , and I’ve also reached out to Denis O’Brien and it’s looking really good. I look forward to telling you more, and hope we may all work together.

Golden Globe and Oscar winning songwriter, Keith Carradine sang, “Born Again American”
and would like to help with his song for our JFP fundraiser this Novemeber .

Lastly, as a result of greed, American families have been falling out of the middle class in record numbers. The combination of lost jobs and millions of foreclosures means a lot of folks are homeless and hungry for the first time in their lives. One of the consequences of the recession that you don’t hear a lot about is the record number of children descending into poverty.

Those children would be the largest American generation to be raised in hard times since the Great Depression.

These lyrics the song Keith Carradine sang in our film, remind me of this sad reality,

My brother’s welding chassis at the plant
He’s earning what our granddad did in 1948
While CEOs count bonuses behind the castle gates
How can they see
When all they care about’s the do re mi
It’s getting where there’s nowhere left to turn
Not since the crash of twenty-nine have things been so unfair
So many of our citizens are living in despair
The time has come
To reaffirm that hope’s not just for some
The promise of America’s surrendering to greed
The rule is just look out for number one
But brace yourself ‘cause some of us have sown a different seed
A harvest of the spirit has begun

More wonderful news, I spoke with , Ed Begley, Jr.(Environmental Activist) and they have all graciously offered to give us an interviews as well!

“All progress is precarious, and the solution of one problem brings us face to face with another problem” Martin Luther King, Jr.

Thank you again for your time,

at the risk of over reaching, would you consider coming on as a producer?

Peace Love Freedom,
Maggie Aliaga-Kelly
Producer
917 842-0826

I watched your latest interview on Oprah. I liked what you said about God.

All my life I have felt I had to write about the Holocaust. I’m in the process of completing it now and would like to send you a manuscript.

I know this is a long shot but after hearing you express yourself, I realized that I am much like you.

Please email me.

I wrote an opera about the coming of Christ in 1995. Would like to show you the lyrics to it if you are interested. May be good for your next work. Thanks, Helene 519-843-2062 Fergus, Canada

Hi James,

Just watched your interview on Oprah. While I’m not a huge fan of Oprah, I am a fan of yours. And today you demonstrated that you truly are a great HUMAN. Well done.

Kudos Mr. Frey! The people who forces us to think, teaches us other ways to rationalize, live outside of the box, are the ones who prevent us from living in the Middle Ages. Lucky are the ones open to these intellectual challenges, opening doors to a more harmonious world, and hopefully a more peaceful one.

After your interview with Oprah today, you have to know you will be inundated with merchants of sin and salvation. You’re sly dude. love from a fellow writer. Write on.

I just saw your interview with Oprah. Salute the person you are, we really need people like you in the world. I didn’t even read your books yet but I plan to do it. Keep following and expressing your true self.

Was a huge fan of Oprah until today when I became a huge fan of YOURS! I say ‘Enough Already!’. She is acting like you killed her mother. Stop apologizing to her! I was so proud of how you have handled all of this. I wrote my first book last year, self published it, and it is full of mistakes. But, the story is strong and I have received so many great comments saying they couldn’t put it down. I remember when it first came out, a friend said, wouldn’t it be cool if Oprah read it and promoted it? I said, ” No!”. I’d rather sell 100 copies on it’s originality than sell millions after her ‘promotion’ then have her rake me over the coals over it’s content, that is obviously embellished for the readers enjoyment. Her ego has gone higher than her bank account, and yours never will. Keep writing!!! You are a man of integrity and she is not GOD.

Thanks, Mr. Frey for a wonderful insight into the human spirit! You’ve rebounded from many adversities and are still thankful for your life! You are an inspiration.

James,
I read your book (A Million Little Pieces) and really loved it. I am sorry that you have been dealt an unfair hand. I think you have owned your mistake (if it should even be called that), paid your dues and deserve a break! I respect you for sitting with Oprah so many years ago and taking the heat for not only your mistake, but for all those people (publishers, editors, etc) around you who may have been responsible for it as well. I wish life brings all the greatness you deserve. God bless you and your family!

You said that you think about God a lot. Read Song of the Prophets, the Unity of Religious Ideals by Hazrat Inayat Khan. It is an excellent overview on the idea of God, or on what people’s thoughts of God are throughout the ages. Khan was a Sufi teacher.

Always so wonderful to see people who make our world a better place. My husband is brilliant and writing several books. Challenge is benefit of time and money to publish. He is a crucial authority on early Jesus and what was intended. Hopefully he will be as fortunate as you.

James Frey you saved my life. After reading “A Million Little Pieces” I saw myself and my denial about my addictions. I identified with you in many situations. I surrendered and got myself into rehab with the help of my family. I have been clean and sober coming on 5 years. Thank you. Meeting you is on my bucket list now. Something to look forward to
Bless you and my everyone’s dry date never change
Jacqui C.

Hi James! Have wanted to write you for years now to let you know what an impact “A Million Little Pieces” had on me. It changed me–My outlook personal struggle, finding compassion for those in the midst of their own, and that hope lies within circumstance…even if it takes “a million little steps” to get there. AND I DON’T CARE IF THE BOOK IS FICTION OR NONFICTION! The story to me is just as powerful, life-changing, impressive, and impacting…irregardless! I kept waiting for THAT to be Oprah’s ah-ha moment, but I found peace in her coming to you whatever the platform after seeing the interviews–you were very deserving, and still some. That book is amazing and deserves no apology! Thanks for doing what you do, writing in run-on sentences for us with ADD, and being a proud and true man. I continue to enjoy your books and draw inspiration from both your courage and perspective. Thank you.

May 17, 2011
James: This is a note I wrote to Oprah today on her website. Wanted you to have a copy

Opraph

After all those years on TV, the James Frey interview you did to straighten out the damage done in 2006 could not have been a better way to see goodbye.

It was a day well deserved. In 2006 on the day you have humiliated James I had the same thought as the woman writer had “Do you think you are God?” My friends and I just couldn’t believe how it was done. We were really upset with you. I stopped watching your programs for quite sometime. I felt you were more concerned about yourself it was all about (me)-(I). You really seemed to think you were above all. You should have done your homework before inviting James on your show. On that day, he was very humble and handled the interview very well.
The viewers were the ones that very upset at you.
A few weeks ago when it was announced that you were having James Frey on the show, I was so surprised and was hoping that it wouldn’t be another one of your crucifying session.
I truly enjoyed the two parts of the interview and I was so happy that you made amendment before leaving. I want to take my hat off to you for conducting it in such a professional manner. He really deserved an honourable comeback. Everyone makes mistakes but his mistake was not handled properly. It was his first book deal and he learned a lesson from his mistake.
That day in 2006 was a memorable day in my life and so was today. I cried, so happy of the outcome. He presented himself well and I wish him the most luck in the world. He paid for his mistake and dearly. What a model and a mentor he is.
Thanks again for the reunion. I will always remember this day.
Wishing you luck in your new endeavours.

If possible, could you please direct this email to James. I would really appreciate it.

Odette Pregent

James, I feel today just like I did when I read A Million Little Pieces those 3 times, that it was one of the very best books that I have ever read! My Friend Leonard was incredible as well. I appreciate what you do! Best Wishes going forward, mu

Looking at you on Oprah!
Very Very proud of you!!!

I loved your honesty and how Oprah came clear with you. awesome.
Thanks for being you

jsu

my teacher John-Roger wrote a book The Toa of Spirit

I did a little blog post after seeing you on Oprah today…www.coraporter.blogspot.com

I’m SO happy to see you back and thriving. I loved Pieces and Leonard, very very much.

All the best and thanks for never giving up and never going back. I’m very inspired by you.

James I doubt you read this page, but I hope you do. I just finished watching the two day interview you had with Oprah and it struck me about your statements of your writing and why you do it and the opportunities you are giving other writers. I truly believe if you could contact me and sit down and talk to me you would realize I have a story that needs to be written and published. I have begun it many times but get stuck. But my life and the experiences of my life I believe would have a tremendous impact on the lives of those who could come to know by reading my story. But I need help in getting it written and published. I hope you will read this and at least contact me and allow me opportunity to tell you my story and perhaps you will see the merit to providing me your support in getting this story written.

Hi Mr.Frey
Saw you on Oprah with the rest of your fans….I love your writing….art is supposed to inspire and you have certainly done that..hopefully you receive more positive than negative..cant please everybody..I am sure you get lots of requests for assistance and I was wondering if u would consider hiring a few ppl to check out ppl like myself whose life is a story that would help many mainly the writer..I have also written many words which I need help to compile into a book. I included my son’s website I created after he died 6 yrs ago to try and save other lives. My life has been full of hurt and pain my entire life I have no family to love or support me I had a successful business for 12 years simgle mom of 2 just when things were going well ..he dies so tragic so unexpected and all alone..untreated mental illness caused him to do what I believe was suicide by cop…he was shot 6times on the street..naked and unarmed…I think in his mind he decided he could not live that way…WE found out he was ill 31 days prior…only a MONTH AND A DAY…Good title…
I am know a advocate NOW and I know addiction and mental disorders are ALL about the brain functioning..I know you can understand exactly ..
I am bout to order the last testament…I can tell already it will be another great piece of work ..
I am happy their are people like yourself who are creative and think outside of the box…we are all not supposed to be alike and think the same…we need to think and act…try to enlighten educate and inspire with our works. I try to do this daily
Mr. Frey keep up the good work I will always be a fan.
best regards

Excellent writer, then and now. You are inspiring and talented and nothing that’s happened to you can take away from that. Oprah referred to the TV show with her as not one of your best days. Frankly, it wasn’t one of hers either. It warms my heart to know that she finally admitted having acted without compassion. Maybe you were a gift to her, the gift that was a reminder that none of us are higher than another. Best wishes for continued joy and success.

Great Job on Oprah

I read A Million Little Pieces a few years back. Several times. It was brilliantly and beautifully written. The pain was real. Sometimes too real. The characters were lovely. Each one precious. Each one broken. Some, sadly, too broken. Whether the book was fiction, nonfiction, or lived in a world somewhere between, it was life altering. Fact or fiction…not relevant. Thank you Oprah for apologizing to James.

I too, read A Million Little Pieces and thoroughly enjoyed it. After the “episode” with Oprah it really didn’t change my mind at all about the book. It was wonderful! Even bought a copy for my son who has struggled with a drug addiction. Watched the 2 day interview with Oprah and was so glad they have mended their ways with each other. Almost made me cry when they finally hugged each other. Kudos to both for facing each other again. Just ordered Bright Shiny Day on Amazon. Can’t wait to start it.

I’m so glad that James had the interview with Oprah. It was so real and redeeming. I loved their conversation. James deserved an apology from Oprah and it was big of her to offer it. I think it’s great that James is doing so well professionally and personally.

Clearly Oprah is not a writer. Only a writer understands that art uses lies to tell the truth. Until Oprah writes a book, that is also GOOD, I don’t give a shit what she thinks.

Dear James,
I am a 50 yr old woman who has been married since the age of 17. My childhood was a mess my mother was’nt there and my father was a joke, the only time I saw him was when he was’nt in jail. The only outlet I had was my writing because i could express the emotion, and the feelings of hurt, pain, and lonliness. My words gave me an escape sometimes I would have to add or take away from the truth in order to illustrate my true and raw emotions. As a writer you have to use whatever it takes to express yourself, it’s hard for people who don’t write to understand. It makes me angry when so many people try to take your feelings that come from the most deep secret places of your soul and begin to pick it apart , as if they fully know our struggle.
After my injury at work I began taking many pain killers which affected me greatly, and some how my body became in need i could’nt function without the meds. does this make me a drug attic? does this make me a bad person? no. The pain and suffering I had to endure no one knows unless they walked a mile in my shoes.If it wasnt for my faith and my love for Christ I would be dead. I appreciate what you did as an author, no as an artist! you have touched the lives of many through your words, that is a great blessing and a God given gift. Not everyone can touch the hearts and souls of the reader in that way. You saved many lives and made many look at themselves and their own addictions and seek help.
Right now I am in the process of writing my very first book , almost there it should hit the public early September. I speak about many different experiances that i and others close to me have gone through. My focus was on how Christ pulled me through, and how He pulled others through because of the great love he has for his children, and how Christ can do the same for each of us if we would open our hearts and minds to the fact he is real and he loves us. I am looking forward to reading your newest book as soon as it hits the stores.
It would be my greatest pleasure to be able to meet you in person for some guidence to enhance my own writing taking it to the next level.
I
am sorry you had to be judged in the way you were, but i say these are the things as a writer that make us better, stronger writers. thank you for sharing a peice of youself with us, keep it up.
may God continue to bless you and your family and may he continue to use you to touch the lifes of others through your heart and pen.
Your Sister in pen, Melissa

James,
Just heard the title of your new book during the Oprah interview. I just had to laugh out when it was announced. I think it’s a great name for a book. Just think what people were saying when the second part of the Bible was being written and look at what they say about it now. People get offended too easy these days and would rather you be quiet so they can express what they are thinking. So, when people say “who does this guy think he is? Jesus Christ” just say “Nope”, “I’m GOD” Jesus said he was going to be late…..Well; at least that’s what I say from time to time to people when they reply to me that way. On another note I bought your book “A Million Little Pieces” before this last interview with Oprah and after your second meeting with her. I bought your book despite what anyone said about it or you. I wanted to see how it was written. How did you describe the events? What was it that captured everyone’s minds? I finally had an experience with drugs and mental illness that landed me in a hospital while I was in Amsterdam. However it started back in Florida. On Thanksgiving Day 2009 I left home and by December 4th I had made it to Holland. Before I got there I was arrested in Atlanta, Ga. dropped in on a friend in Baltimore, talked my way on to a train in PA and rode it to New York and then flew first class to the Netherlands. Anyway, Yeah I want to write a book about my Life and how I finally found out I was Bi Polar but, I know that I’m not a good writer…I’m not even a good reader. I believe what you said about people making their story juicier than it actually is was an accurate one. I don’t like to have things hyped up for me nor do I like to have them watered down. I would like to put my story out there in detail but, have it done right so, can help those with addiction and mental illness understand themselves and help those around them understand why they are so different. I have often tried to explain myself to others and they just didn’t get where I was coming from. Maybe writing a book would do the trick…

Congrats James and to all who have stood by him until he was understood.

Take care and keep on going.

D.E. Stokely

P.S. I’ve been sober for a year and a half and have stayed on my meds for the Bi Polar disorder.
It’s good to have my Life back.

I just saw James on Oprah (the recent show, one of her last episodes) and was so impressed with how this man expressed himself. He is a true inspiratoin to me. I just feel the need to let him know. That’s all. I have not read anything of his but am now going to after hearing him speak.

James, I think I watched all the interviews with Oprah. When I saw the title of the book about the new testament I wanted to read it.
I think you might be interested in a website http://www.gospelrevolution.com where you would meet the founder Michael Williams and hear his information about the scriptures.

Hello James, I say that a if your really gonna read this, i ‘m hoping so, well just like you my father wrote a book in 1968 and he tried to get it published but couldn’t. In the late 80′s he was moving and I was going through some things of his and I found this manuscript I asked him about it, he said it was something he wrote man-years ago and that it would never sell, I took it home and I started reading it I couldn’t put it down. I asked my Dad if we could try and publish it, he said yes so we gave the job to our little brother Allen to find a publisher. Now we had no idea of how these things go so at the end of it we ended up paying for it ourselves, well it never sold one copy an I guess we got took from the company. And the worse thing is is that I was so proud of my fathers book and wanted the whole world to know it. In the end the company got there money and we got screwed. When you said you wrote the book in a room all alone that’s how my father wrote his book he said he was all alone in a room, he said he wrote and wrote until he was done, he felt as if something else was compelling him to write it, reading this book it was very deep it took me along time to understand it, the things in the book my father experienced in life. This is why he said nobody would understand it. You said you think about god how things are gonna end up. My Dad lived a lonely life because he said he was lead to find the truth the truth about reality and all the things you said you think about every day. If you ever get a chance please read his book I don’t even know if you can even get it anymore. It’s called JOURNEY INTO LIFE BY RICHARD ATENCIO and if you can’t find it you can call me at 951-279-5027 and I’ll give you a copy. I do want to clarify that there’s a story line to the book but the experiences were his. Maybe you could read it and make someone else’s dream come true like Oprah did for you. Thank you so very much sincerely Bernadette Landry

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I have a blog – 1001 Secrets of Successful Writers – at http://www.darrellpitt.com

I would love to email half a dozen quick questions to you about your process of writing and your opinions of ebook publishing. I would then post your answers on my site and load a link to your site.

Would that be okay?

Darrell.

Hi Berndette Landry here again I wrote you on 5-22-11 i had forgotten to list my email address http://www.RICLUCYFAN@AOL.COM. There’s so many things I want to say but all I’ll say is could please find it in you heart to read my fathers book JOURNEY INTO LIFE BY RICHARD ATENCIO. And to please tell us what you think of it.
Thank you again sincerely Bernadette Landry

Just want to say how you rocked on the interview with Oprah Winfrey. You have not only ‘grown’ through this wicked experience but you’ve ‘outgrown’ Oprah! It was so clear to me as I watched it. You ‘go’ James Frey — I’m getting your new book today!

I saw your latest interview with Oprah and you inspired me SO deeply! I am not the best reader- always struggled academically, so I’m slowly getting through your books, but even at the pace of a couple pages a day, I will not quit! With that said, I realized that I do not have to be a scholarly individual to have a voice and talent. I have started writing my own story and with every word begins a new chapter of personal healing. Thank you for making me realize that art does not mean perfection and that I can start where I am at. Shitty writing- maybe, but each page I write gets better, I learn more, desire more, and will complete my story if only for my own healing. You are amazing… rules were meant to be broken, how else would we produce change! Thank you for giving me confidence to be me!

James Frey is such an inspiration to me. He was once at rock bottom and built his way up. The way I see it, his books are his story to tell and no story is exactly true to everyone. We all perceive things different. My truth may not be your truth or his truth or her truth, but who really fucking cares? Frey’s novels are amazing and I intend to read all of them regardless of what the nosy people of the media have to say.

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Dear Mr. Frey,
I am a fan. Fervent. Thank you for your work(s). I am on my third reading of AMLP and have also read MFL. I feel compelled to write to you in gratitude for creating such a masterful piece of literature. I am moved by your brilliance. Truthfully I cannot imagine ANY author being able to top the miracle of AMLP, though I wish you all success. This book will always reside in my ‘library’ and will forever be one that I recommend. Thank you for writing it. Someday I will put my drink down-but I will never put this book down. Best! Tobi

The following words just came flying out of me and I am thinking sharing is the thing to do.. I suppose you can comment if you like.. Thanks Suzi
I feel like I am going crazy sometimes, like if spend to much time alone I will also have some deep non turnaround-able mental illness.. I feel so sad sometimes like I have no family I can really count on.. When I need to talk to someone, there is no one that loves me unconditionally.
While I take responsibility for not knowing what unconditional love is as an adult, I feel like I want to know and am ready to receive.. Yes, no one loved me unconditionally as a child, but I am no longer a child.
I feel like it is I who really has taken care of everyone in my immediate family.
I feel like I am suppose to forgive everyone because they all did the best they could..
I do feel like my mother and father did the best they could.. I feel like I can not really talk to them because they do not understand and are entitled to their own way of thinking and looking at things. Do I forgive them, I feel like I am trying so I can move on with my life.
Every time I think things like I am an adult now and it is totally my responsibility to deal with things I feel like I get rein-gaged somehow into all the insanity..It is my choice to get rein-gaged yes I believe this. Why do I also feel so bad like I am hurting someones feelings. I do not want to be mean or hurtful. I try hard to be kind and considerate, but why do I always allow it to be at my expense.. Oh yea it is what I was taught. This is what I feel like I am so desperately trying to end.
I think I think I forgive my parents and I do realize they did their best, it does not mean it is not mentally unhealthy to me. If I do forgive them and I do realize they did the best they could does it mean I should have them in my life..

Have just started narrating your book for circulation on behalf of library for the blind. Was curious about the extremely apologetic authors note, so have researched.
I think you were sincere with your intentions at the time of writing, such terrible experiences do require exorcism or processing of some sort…writing is well recognised as the most therapeutic form.
And, one way or the other, you have self actualised to the extent that you can now state which role was required as well as when and why.
Have not read any of your other books, but will be pissed if you are a serial self publicist without any authentic drive.
Once is innocence lost, twice is a possible mistake…thereafter it’s a hoax.

I just watched your last interview with Oprah.
I just do not understand the huge deal made out
of your fiction portions of Million Little Pieces. I find it ridiculous. Anything written
that can help people with addiction should be
appreciated. With all the horrible events in the
world, why would anyone get bent out of shape
over this.
Good luck with your continued success.

Mr Frey, I have a rather meaningless connection with you as my brother and sister-in-law met you at a wedding reception for a friend of yours in Cleveland. My sister-in-law commented that she wanted to be the “one” not to comment on the Oprah thing. How I empathize with your experience. I read your book before Oprah and loved it. thanks! And I wanted to let you know how much clearer it was to me how you were thinking while writing MLP when you said you were inspired by Miller. Obviously some of the writing in his books are his experience and some is art. Just wanted to let you know that your writing is in the same vain as Miller and that is a huge compliment. Blessings to you

JF, I have an e-mail from you on my fridge you dated Tues., Feb 7, 2006, that says, “Thank you for your support, truly and deeply appreciated. Thank you, thank you. JF” I sent a letter via Nan Talese. Fuck that shit you took, the story (as in STORY) was true and we all knew it. Then came BSM–a doorstop with nary a wasted word that hurt like a new tattoo but I put up there with “To Kill a Mockingbird” and Paul Auster on my Top 5 Books/ Authors List on Facebook (transient honor, I know). Big OM to the haters, this is how it IS out there. I am halfway through TFTOTHB and bollocks to those who say you’re a copycat, even the Bible is a copy of something else hammered into a rock. No one mentions Nobel winner Hesse, this is your Siddhartha, it is to Buddhist me anyway.

I write successfully for a living and make millions (in grants/ legislative stuff) but it makes me sad precisely because I cannot do what you do. JF, you’re in my top 5 authors of all time (a tough list) and you haven’t even won your Nobel yet. So stay alive and write ’til then and don’t let these raging lunatics who cannot see their own reflection staring back at them from your pages touch what you do better than almost any other living author since Vonnegut died. Not writer, dude. Author. I’ll repeat what you said at the end of your e-mail to me: Thankyouthankyou.

Dear Mr Frey, I wanted to write to you when I first saw the recent 2 part Oprah interview, but didn’t because as a rule I don’t write “fan” letters, but I am now compelled to do so now that I have watched the latest “Behind the Scenes” with Oprah. I was so completly pulled in when watching your interview and didn’t know why, after watching the “Behind the Scenes” apparently I was not alone, I thought I was imagining it. There is a quote that is written on the Museum of Art in St. Louis that says “Art still has truth take refuge there” When I was teaching Art that quote was in my classroom and I would tell my students that everyone was an artist you just need to find what your art is. That quote was what was replaying in my head as I watched the interview. I personally try to live a creative life, it can be hard though, you get frozen in reality and for me, progress stops. I am very happy for you and your success, thank you for your inspiration and helping me to thaw out a little.

My name is Stuart and i am an alcoholic.

As i write this i have been sober for 3 years and 10 months now, but like us addicts i take it one day at a time.
I first read this while in the clutches of several alcool abuse and yes it took me a while to read it as i kept on putting it down and thinking i am not like James, little did i know at that time that i was like him in so many ways.

This book touched me when i eventually read it sober, it took a while but i am getting there slowly but surely. I don’t care if james embelished parts what matters is he had a problem and he had to deal with it.
I was a chef for 16 years and an alcoholic for 10, i could not hold a knife properly until i had at least a bottle of wine inside me.

The reason i abused the stuff was an escape of the years of sexual and physical abuse i had to deal with, i was also a self harmer so when i harmed the more i drank and vice versa. I left the catering industry 3 years and 10 months ago, even though i still cook i don’t do it with a bottle or vodka hidden in a plastic beaker.

I don’t take my family for granted anymore and i have healed some rifts between my brother and sister.

I constantly read the big book and qoutes to help me through the day. I also read both AMLP & MFL if i make it to another year. If you are ever in the UK again i would love to meet and get the books signed.

Ask and it will be given seek and you shall find – wisdom proverb by ME!! (Only Joking)

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Hi James. At first I’d love to say congratulations – you had won with the drugs and you’ve written the best book I’ve ever read. I got this book for my 16th birthday, because my boyfriend was drug addict. I was so scared and amazed, and I knew that he will share your fate but wasn’t sure if he can win. I always wanted him to read your book but he never wanted to hear about it. He was sure it’s just allright. Now I’m 19 and he is on the rehab, I haven’t seen him for a year. He dind’t tell me anything, one day he had just dissapeared – he never wanted to do me any harm. I don’t know where he is, and I don’t know when we will see, but I know that now he met a girl and they are together, I hope that being in love helps him with getting through this hell. Your book gives me a hope that he is able to win this fight. Beaceuse of you I was ready to his rehab and I know how does it look like and I know that strong people like you and my boyfriend can be healthy again. I will wait for him as long as it is possible. I love him. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Thank you for this brilliant literature and thank you for my hope. Thank you for the book that makes me still belive in my love. I would like to shake your hand one day and give you a kiss on a forehead for your brave. Love from Poland.

Amazing book. I can feel the pain and horror that you and millions of others have had and are enduring. I would love to send this book to my brother in hopes that he can see that he is not the only one living a nightmare. Is there a Finnish translation? I feel that my brother would receive something that no one else can verbalize. I am so happy that Oprah gave you the apology that she should have given years ago. I wish you well in your journey.

I read A Million Little Pieces years ago and have since read all your books, and the other day I walked into a bookshop because I hadn’t read a good book in a long time, and I saw The Final Testament of the Holy Bible. I bought it straight away, without even opening it. I had no idea you had even written another book, and have read the first third, and it has just reminded me how much I appreciate your writing. I have never experienced any kind of addiction or trauma even remotely close to what you have, so in that way your books don’t “help” me like that, but I think you are extraordinarily talented and an amazing person. Strangely, I feel somewhat defensive towards you when I look back at your interviews with Oprah, even if you lied or fabricated or any of the things you have been accused of, no one can deny how inspirational you are for what you have overcome and achieved, and how talented you are as a writer. This is not like me to come on one of these forums and post something like this, but I needed to express myself somehow! Keep doing what you do and I will always buy your work!

James, i have just finished reading ‘The Final Testament’ and i have read everything you’ve written (twice). Have you started a new book yet?? And if so, when will it be coming out? i’m addicted to your books. Once i begin one i can’t seem to lay it down for long. Yup, i’m addicted to your books!

James – all I can say is that I loved your book MLP! It’s just amazing and I couldn’t read it fast enough – it’s been a long time since a read a book that made me put everything else in my life on the back burner – you are my new favorite author! I’m looking forward to reading your other books!
Thank You
Cher

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The way you conduted yourself on Oprah was truly inspiring, you taught me a lot about being honest, humble, taking a punch and life. Thank you

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Hi James,

I applaud you. I saw your latest interview on Oprah and I can relate to you. You are so very honest (which might seem funny in the light of history) but it takes a strong person to face all that you have faced and talk so eloquently about it. You are the human condition, we are the human condition. You are brave and humble – I think you need to be commended for your behaviour – we all make mistakes but not all of us live them publicly. For you to deal with that pressure and continue is a true honor to you. It’s easy for others to judge as if they haven’t erred. As a struggling writer I can understand your motivations. I wish you nothing but the best.

Hi James,

Just a note to say thank you. I’m getting married in October and we’ve searched and searched high and low for a reading on love that is personal to us and found nothing from traditional sources or books / shows we both love. Then we remembered the passage from your book about Lilly and how being with her felt. We both love your books and it is perfect for us.

Means a lot and to be able to use something from an author we respect and adore is the icing on the (wedding) cake!

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Dear James Frey. I bought recently your last book ” le dernier testament de Ben Zion Avrohom” in his french version edited by Flammarion and I am very desappointed about the quality of the printing ( a lot of mistakes). Are you aware about that?
I m also a writter (very modest)and I used to accept one or two printing mistakes per novel but in the case of this french version they are tooooooooo much (more than 15 or twenty and all of them are not acceptable at all. It’s a pity because I consider this book as a “chef d’oeuvre”. i wrotte also to your editor which is a very good one because I can understand what happened with your book.
Sorry for my poor english I don’t use to write in this langage. I take this opportunity to congratulate you a lot for your books.

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I am an alcoholic and a crackhead and a smackhead. My habit got so out of control I joined the french foreign legion to get away from it. I subsequently deserted and tried to hang myself 3 times. I also had three intentional heroin overdoses. I have spent the last year in a high security mental hospital where I have been dosed up with so much ‘medication’ I hallucinated for 3 months straight. I was placed in a room with no windows and a padded bed in the middle of the room. I saw the beginnings of the world, I saw dinosaurs, helicopters and God. I am not a religious man. I am now living on the streets and have started using heroin and smoking crack again. I have never had a real relationship with a woman. All my girlfreinds have been prostitutes. 4 years ago a movie I wrote short listed for a prestigious film festival and go on general release. 14 years ago I was at one of the most prestigious academic establishments in the world. I have fallen from the glitterati to the shiterati. My freinds no longer speak to me. They’ve gotten tired of the promises, the start-overs, the chaos. The other day my cousin stepped over me on the street. He didnt even know who I was. I have written a novel and I have a literary agent. This book is my obi wan – it’s my only hope. What do I do man? How to I get off the street?

I just really wanted to thank you for writting your book. I’m not even sure if you, Mr.Frey, will ever read this. But posting this is enough. No one had ever found the words to describe me, for some reason you did. Every page of your book A Million Little Pieces seems so familiar to me. My mom got it for me. I’m a paintor and a dancer. I’ve being battleling with a severe ED-Anorexia and Drug Addiction through out my entire young adult life. I’m 22 and I’m starting to get back in track. But just thank you, because you gave me the words I needed.

jan 2012- just fairly devoured this saga, pairing it with Thich Nhat Hanh’s book “Anger” . . . reading each day til the page was so blurred that I couldn’t. huge thanks james – huge. great, pure rif on addiction;life. exquisite to play off of it with the simple wisdom in “Anger”. i have new eyes. huge thanks. huge huge . . . huge

Mr. James, I know that it is very unlikely that you will read the message that you at all interested in it. I just want to thank you for,, a million little pieces,,, this book changed my life, I did not take drugs but I am beginning to have an alcohol problem my whole life is based on lies, aggression, and violence against loved ones over the past few months I thought about suicide after reading, a million little pieces, I decided it was time to change your life as long as there is an opportunity. I just want to thank you for this wonderful book, just thank you. Sorry for my bad English but I use the translator . Thanks again and best regards from Warsaw in Poland.

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I have just 1 question for you is Leonard a fictional character or did he exist?
I loved the twist at the end of the book where Leonard turns out to be gay.
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This is a huge event for us, because we think it is an excellent way to bring literature to all our students.
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where could I find his books in Canada?

I haven’t read a book for ages and my 13 yr old daughter bought Bright Shiny Morning at the airport, attracted by the cover. We then got on the plane to Greece and I checked it for suitability then was hooked. Sat on the beach crying in parts looking like an idiot. After wasting plenty of 8 quids on books and casting them aside after a chapter, he has restored my faith in literature. Edgy and contemporary and I loved the LA info… Have just read above – you are popular obvs… well done, you deserve it.

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James Frey is crazy due to his alcoholic addiction, isn’t he?
I mean, what me hell! He wrote his own bible? That’s totally insane men!
But still I praise him with his wonderful books ( I am number four ).

Dear James,

I have read all three books from Pittacus Lore; I am number four, The strenght of Six, The strenght of Nine. I want to ask you if there could please come a filming from the two other books. I really like the stories and I can not wait to read the next book. Could you please respond my text?

Yours sincerely,

Rory

I have never experienced anything like you or the people in your book “a million little pieces”, but that doesn’t matter because I feel like I understand.It’s one of those things because you have never gone through it you are not allowed to comment and I think that’s fair. I don’t know. I rarely ever use these words, I am 18 years old and never want to admit I am unsure of an answer. My teacher once told me if you don’t know, say you don’t know and that is a good enough answer. I had a reading quiz in English the other day and although I read the books, I did not read as in depth as I should have. I wrote a bunch of nonsense and on the top, the teacher wrote don’t fake it. I think what your memoir has taught me is that it is ok to be unsure. And I’ll probably be ok, like you will be ok. I also really like your writing style how you never use quotation marks and capitalize objects. I have a friend who is very picky about her books and I’m gonna ask her to read it because she really connects with certain books, and sometimes she looks down on me because I’m not as intelligent as her, but I think she may really like this because it is a memoir and I think that means that it is mostly true which connects to more people because lots of authors don’t even know what its like, like John Green(who this girl I just mentioned despises and after reading his books, I kind of don’t like either). And I think its important to form your own opinions of books, and dare to be different because otherwise we are just clones of one another. Thank you for writing and I know you may never read this because there are more important things you have to do, but if you do, I just want to let you know that you helped me in a time of need, and I think that’s kind of what every one secretly wants to hear. Kind of like Leonard. I’d really like to help someone someday, and I think writing is a very powerful tool to reach someone. Writing sometimes upsets me, but I guess it’s better than never telling your story, especially if you can reach others. So, thanks again, and I am involved at the newspaper at my school and if you would ever like to do an interview about your book, that would be pretty cool, if you want to email me. We had an interview done last issue about Beau Langdon in the TV Show American Horror Story. It’d be really awesome to have you in our next issue.Thanks.
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P.S I emailed Mayor Bloomberg and he responded, but I’m not sure if it was him or his staff whose job is to impersonate him and respond to mail, so if you have one of those or this is an impostor reading this, please don’t because I already have a hard enough time trusting, so please just don’t.

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