Kate Middleton's younger brother, James, has shared a hilarious anecdote in his new memoir about the time he made an awkward blunder in front of the Queen and the rest of the Royal Family at Sandringham. James Middleton, the younger brother of the Princess of Wales, has delved into his uncomfortable encounter with the late Queen Elizabeth in his new memoir which hits shelves today (September 26). In his debut book 'Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life' , he speaks candidly about his personal battle against depression and the crucial support provided by his beloved spaniel Ella during his recovery.

However, as the sibling of the future Queen, he also discloses stories from behind royal doors, which include his sister Kate, Prince William, and the wider Royal Family, OK! reports. In an exclusive snippet published by the Daily Mail, James shares an experience where he accidentally breached royal protocol at a birthday event for his sister, notably arranged by the late Queen herself at Sandringham. Describing the day with frankness, James said: "Pippa and I were late for Catherine's birthday party, which in the normal run of things wouldn't have mattered too much, but this time the Queen had kindly offered to host the teatime gathering at Sandringham.

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