James Frey is an American author best known for his controversial memoir, A Million Little Pieces, published in 2003. The book details his struggles with addiction and recovery, but it faced significant backlash when it was revealed that some of the events were exaggerated or fabricated. This led to a public debate about the nature of memoirs and the boundaries between fact and fiction in storytelling. Frey was born on September 12, 1969, in Miller Place, New York. In addition to his memoirs, he has written novels and screenplays, including My Friend Leonard and The Final Testament of the Holy Bible. Despite the controversy surrounding his work, Frey has continued to write and has gained a following for his raw and unflinching style.