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A Million Little Pieces

This memoir offers an intimate look into the author's journey through drug addiction and subsequent recovery. The narrative is a candid account of the personal challenges faced during this transformative period in the author's life. more

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James Frey
James Frey

James Frey is an American writer born on September 12, 1969. Known for his memoirs, his work often delves into the complexities of human nature and the multifaceted nature of life. His book 'A Million Little Pieces' sparked controversy over its authenticity, but it provided readers with a unique perspective on memory, truth, and self-perception. more

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“The best protection is to snip the connecting cord they’ve attached that ties your choice to guilt. First, snip the cord inside yourself. Then thank them for their support, as if support was what they had to offer. This disconnects their access and frees you to move on without any chains of obligation to bind you.”

“We tend to see our lives from the prisms of others. That explains why we stop living and constantly race against our best interests. The ensuing frustration impacts negatively on us and others within our orbits. Life is as beautiful as the rose of contentment and as ugly as the thorn of inordinate ambition. Those who can think will thank. Those who thank live. Stop the rat race. Roll out the drums. Be thankful.”

“I want to give thanks to my wonderful mum and dad, my brother and sister-in-law, my grandparents, my aunt and uncle and cousins for providing me with a family cocoon of love, support and encouragement; to Tom for teaching me the meaning of true love; to my friends around the world, most of whom have known me long before triathlon, and whose support means more to me than they could ever know.”