'Shopaholic' author Sophie Kinsella reveals brain cancer battle
Sophie Kinsella, the renowned author of the Shopaholic series, has publicly announced her battle with glioblastoma, a severe and malignant brain tumor. The 54-year-old writer received her diagnosis in 2022 but chose to keep it private until recently. "I did not share this before because I wanted to make sure that my children were able to hear and process the news in privacy and adapt to our 'new normal,'" Kinsella stated on social media.
'At the moment all is stable...though I get very tired'
Born Madeleine Wickham, Kinsella is currently undergoing chemotherapy after a series of treatments at a London-based medical institution. She updated her followers about her health condition, stating, "At the moment all is stable and I am feeling generally very well, though I get very tired and my memory is even worse than it was before!" She also expressed gratitude toward her family and medical team for their unwavering support during this challenging time.
Kinsella extended support to other cancer patients
Kinsella, despite her own battle, extended her support to others affected by cancer. "To everyone who is suffering from cancer in any form I send love and best wishes, as well as to those who support them. It can feel very lonely and scary to have a tough diagnosis, and the support and care of those around you means more than words can say," she wrote.
Kinsella's literary success and recent works
Kinsella's literary works, including the globally successful Shopaholic series, have garnered widespread acclaim. Her debut novel in the series was released in 2000 and later adapted into a Disney film, Confessions of a Shopaholic, featuring Isla Fisher and Hugh Dancy. It's streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. Beyond the Shopaholic series, Kinsella has authored numerous other novels with her latest book, Burnout, released last year.
Know more about glioblastoma
Glioblastoma is an uncommon yet "very aggressive" cancer that originates from specific brain cells. Some symptoms of this type of cancer include headaches, nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness. Treatments are available, but there is no known cure for it. Usually, the underlying cause is also difficult to determine.
