I've never written a children's book, but when people meet me for the first time and I say I write books, they invariably reply, 'Children's books?' Maybe it's something about my face. Sophie Kinsella bookchildface Change image and share on social
Being a journalist is good if you want to write books: it teaches you to get beyond the blank screen. My books have been described as froth, but there's scope to be witty and ironic about everything in life. Sophie Kinsella blankbookfroth share on social
I'd probably still be a financial journalist now if it weren't for writing novels. Mmm. Fun! I'm much happier writing novels! Sophie Kinsella financialfunhappy Change image and share on social
I never did any training in journalism or in finance, so I really was in the deep end. I got very good at going to press conferences and nodding. I'd figure it out when I got back to the office. Charts and numbers. I've never been great with facts, ever, my whole life. For a journalist, that's not a very good trait. Sophie Kinsella backchartconference share on social
My real name is Madeleine Wickham, under which I write dramas with an edge of humour. As Sophie Kinsella it's fast, all-out comedies, such as the 'Shopaholic' series. Sophie Kinsella comedydramaedge Change image and share on social
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
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
To have someone who never makes a mistake, never finds her personal life in disarray, never worries about work-life balance? I think that would be unreal. What I'm writing is real. Sophie Kinsella balancedisarrayfind Change image and share on social
I love all my characters. I love their weaknesses and flaws. I feel like they're all my best friends and I adore being with them. Sophie Kinsella adorecharacterfeel Change image and share on social
My own life has been doubly disconnected, as I've written books under two different names. As an author, your name almost becomes a brand; readers know what to expect. Sophie Kinsella authorbookbrand Change image and share on social