Sophie Kinsella, Author of ‘Shopaholic’ Series, Passes Away at 55 due to Brain Cancer

Sophie Kinsella, Author of 'Shopaholic' Series, Passes Away at 55 due to Brain Cancer Beloved British author Sophie Kinsella, best known for her Confessions of a Shopaholic series, has passed away at the age of 55 after a battle with aggressive brain cancer. Born Madeleine Sophie Wickham, Kinsella captivated readers worldwide with her witty, heartwarming novels, selling tens of millions of copies across more than 30 books. She rose to fame with her first Shopaholic novel in 2000, introducing the lovable Becky Bloomwood, and went on to create a series that inspired two film adaptations.

Beyond Shopaholic, Kinsella wrote popular standalone novels like The Undomestic Goddess, Can You Keep a Secret? and Twenties Girl, winning readers' hearts with her humour and relatable storytelling. Even during her illness, Kinsella continued to write, leaving behind a lasting legacy that will inspire and entertain generations to come. She is survived by her husband, Henry Wickham, and their children. Fans and fellow writers around the world are mourning her loss and celebrating her remarkable contribution to literature. Rest in Peace, Sophie Kinsella (1969–2025)