I chose to publish the first 'Shopaholic' book under a pseudonym because I wanted it to be judged on its own merits. Sophie Kinsella bookchoosejudge Change image and share on social
I change my mind so much, I'm better going on my own. Shopping is a selfish activity anyway. Sophie Kinsella activitychangemind Change image and share on social
I'm an impulse buyer. I don't really go out with a list. Sophie Kinsella buyerimpulselist Change image and share on social
Shopping with friends is a great way of still enjoying the thrill of the chase without having to make a purchase. It can also be a real bonding opportunity. Helping your friend find something nice is just as rewarding as helping yourself. Sophie Kinsella bondchaseenjoy share on social
I'm a great fan of taking my laptop out and about. Sophie Kinsella fangreatlaptop Change image and share on social
If my writing comes to a halt, I head to the shops: I find them very inspirational. And if I get into real trouble with my plot, I go out for a pizza with my husband. Sophie Kinsella findhalthead Change image and share on social
My earliest, most impactful encounter with a book was when I was seven and awoke early on Christmas morning to find Roald Dahl's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' in my stocking. I had never been so excited by the sight of a book - and have possibly never been since! Sophie Kinsella awakebookcharlie share on social
I can't cook. I don't have the right brain for it, somehow. I can't walk into a room and tidy it up. I get distracted. I pick up one thing and I start looking at it. And my cooking is truly heinous. Sophie Kinsella braincookdistract Change image and share on social
Like most of us, I'm used to juggling about 52 roles in life. Wife. Mother. Sister. Friend. Author. Sometimes I feel a bit 'multiple-personality'. Sophie Kinsella authorbitefeel Change image and share on social
The great thing about being a novelist is that you organize your own day. Sophie Kinsella daygreatnovelist Change image and share on social
