Sophie Kinsella, author of 'Shopaholic' books, reveals 'aggressive' brain cancer diagnosis

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Sophie Kinsella, author of 'Shopaholic' books, reveals 'aggressive' brain cancer diagnosis
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Sophie Kinsella, the author behind the 'Shopaholic' book series, shared on Wednesday that she has been undergoing treatment for an 'aggressive' form of brain cancer. Kinsella, 54, whose real name is Madeleine Sophie Wickham, wrote on Instagram that she was diagnosed with glioblastoma at the end of 2022. She said she waited to share her health battle because she wanted to make sure her children could 'process the news in privacy and adapt to our 'new normal.

Wish all the best,' one reader posted. Publishing company Penguin Books wrote: 'Sending so much love and strength Sophie.' Glioblastoma is the most common type of malignant brain tumor among adults, according to WebMD. Symptoms depend on where the tumor is located on the brain but can include seizures, constant headaches, trouble speaking, memory loss and vomiting.

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