James Frey is a celebrated American author and entrepreneur whose literary career has been distinguished by an extraordinary level of success, with his debut books, "A Million Little Pieces" and "My Friend Leonard", achieving phenomenal popularity and ascending to the pinnacle of the bestseller lists, thereby garnering him widespread recognition and acclaim, cementing his position as a prominent figure in the literary world.
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**James Frey's Biography**
James Frey is an American author and entrepreneur born on September 12, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew up in a troubled home with a history of addiction and abuse, which would later influence his writing. Frey attended Denison University, where he studied creative writing and philosophy. After graduating, he worked as a bartender, a waiter, and a doorman before turning to writing full-time.
Frey's debut book, "A Million Little Pieces", was published in 2003 and became a huge success, selling over 10 million copies worldwide. The book's success was followed by the publication of "My Friend Leonard" in 2005, which also became a bestseller. Frey's subsequent books, including "Bright Shiny Morning" and "The Final Detail", have also received critical acclaim and commercial success.
In addition to his literary career, Frey is also the founder of Full Fathom Five, a digital media company that produces content for various platforms. He has also been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including working with organizations that support literacy and education.
