Bestselling "Shopaholic" Author Sophie Kinsella Dies at 55

Sophie Kinsella, the British author who sold more than 50 million books worldwide, has died. She was 55. Her death followed a brain tumour diagnosis. Kinsella was best known for her "Shopaholic" series of romantic comedy novels. The books were global bestsellers and were adapted into a Hollywood film. Her writing career lasted three decades. Before her fame as Kinsella, she worked as a financial journalist. She published her first novel in 1995 under her real name, Madeleine Wickham. She later used the pen name Sophie Kinsella for her most famous works. The "Shopaholic" series follows the humorous adventures of Becky Bloomwood, a character who loves shopping. Kinsella's novels were known for their clever plots and light style. They maintained a large and dedicated readership for years.