Shopaholic author Sophie Kinsella reveals 'aggressive' brain cancer diagnosis

The novelist, 54, is best known for her bestselling Shopaholic book series
Shopaholic author Sophie Kinsella reveals 'aggressive' brain cancer diagnosis

Sophie Kinsella (Dominic Lipinski/PA)

Wed, 17 Apr, 2024 - 14:40
Laura Harding, PA Deputy Entertainment Editor

Author Sophie Kinsella has revealed she has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

The novelist, 54, real name Madeleine Sophie Wickham, is best known for her bestselling Shopaholic book series.

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