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Sophie KinsellaBritish writer, novelist
Date of Birth: 12.12.1969
Country:  Great Britain |
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Biography of Sophie Kinsella
Sophie Kinsella is a British writer and novelist known for her popular series of "chick lit" novels, particularly the Shopaholic series. Born as Madeleine Wickham, she currently resides in London with her husband and four young sons: Freddie, Hugo, Oscar, and Rex.
Early Life and Career
After completing her education at New College, Oxford, Sophie Kinsella worked as a journalist for financial publications before turning to literature. Her financial background influenced her writing, particularly in the Shopaholic series where the protagonist, Becky Bloomwood, is a financial journalist with a strong obsession for shopping and difficulty managing her own finances.
The Shopaholic Series
The series follows Becky Bloomwood's life from her first credit card overspend in "The Secret Dreamworld of a Shopaholic" to her marriage and the birth of her child in "Shopaholic & Baby." Throughout the series, the plot revolves around Becky's addiction to shopping and her often absurd actions that complicate her life. According to Sophie Kinsella, Becky represents herself, her sister, and anyone who has ever stepped out of the house for a quick coffee and returned with a new pair of shoes. Becky symbolizes anyone who enters a store with the belief that the coat they just saw is irresistible and must be purchased.
Personal Life
Sophie Kinsella lives in London with her husband and their four young sons. Her sister, Gemma Townley, is also a writer and has authored books such as "When in Rome…," "Little White Lies," and "Learning Curves," though they have not been published in Russian language yet. Prior to the release of "Shopaholic & Baby," Sophie Kinsella embarked on a promotional tour in the United States and Canada.
