See "World's Most Shocking Apology: Oprah to James Frey. Needless to say, his next book, published in 2008, was clearly labeled "fiction." Because of the scandal, Frey's literary agent dropped him, and his two-book deal (worth seven figures) was voided. "I really feel duped." Frey's publisher, Nan Talese, also appeared on the show, admitting that Doubleday had not done anything to verify his story. "I have to say it is difficult for me to talk to you," she told her sheepish guest. A Million Little Pieces proceeded to outsell any book ever featured on Oprah's book club, swiftly becoming the No 1 paperback non-fiction book on the New York Times bestseller list for. Embarrassed, Oprah called the author back on the show and delivered a very public scolding. A Million Little Things may have come to an end, but the writers did leave the door open for a spinoff down the line, with Jon, Gary, Eddie and Rome’s sons continuing their dads’ tradition of Bruins hockey outings. The following January, the Smoking Gun published a detailed account of the book's inaccuracies, including the fact that Frey never served jail time, as he claims in the book. Touched by Frey's supposedly true story of substance abuse and redemption, Oprah made Pieces an official book club selection in 2005. James Frey learned this lesson the hard way when he presented A Million Little Pieces, his embellished memoir, as fact.
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