James Bailey was born in Bristol, and currently lives and works in his home city. A graduate of King's College London, James has previously carried the Olympic Torch, made a speech at the House of Commons, and worked as a red carpet reporter. The Flip Side is his debut novel. James can be found on Instagram and on Twitter @JamesBaileyWrites, and at www.JamesBaileyWrites.com
The Way Back To You had the ability to make me feel all warm and fuzzy but at the same time I literally couldn't put it down. I enjoyed the sense of intrigue around missed connections and impending weddings and the characters were complex and beautifully written. Please could we have a sequel so that I can find out where they all are in five years' time?! A tale of pen pals, pretty French towns and sweet friendships - I loved it! -- Lorraine Brown A charming story filled with wit and romance. I loved it * Olivia Beirne * Praise for James Bailey * : * Utterly adorable and romantic. I feel uplifted! -- Giovanna Fletcher The Flip Side is utterly charming, funny and very relatable! -- Josie Silver, bestselling author of <i>One Day in December</i> A funny, sparky read that feels fresh and modern ... this book is fab -- Sophie Cousens, author of the <i>New York Times</i> bestseller <i>This Time Next Year</i> Really sweet, warm hearted story with some very funny moments . . . Thoroughly enjoyed it and it was a lovely way to start the new year -- Carrie Hope Fletcher James Bailey's debut novel takes the usual rom com formula and turns it on its head . . . refreshing, funny and heartwarming, we could not get enough of this * Heat, Read of the Week * A wonderful, feel-good gem of a book * The Sun * This is the book you need right now if you're looking for an uplifting, funny read ... You will find yourself laughing out loud * Women & Home, 'December Book Club' * It's amazing, it's joyous. It's like finding yourself in the middle of the warmest, funniest, most amazing romantic comedy you've ever come across. Everyone is going to fall in love with it. James Bailey is definitely a writer to watch -- Miranda Dickinson, <i>Sunday Times</i> bestselling author