Sophie Kinsella's £22m Fortune Revealed Posthumously

Sophie Kinsella, the beloved author behind the 'Confessions of a Shopaholic' series, has left an impressive fortune estimated at over £22 million following her recent passing. Her company, Madhen Media Ltd, reported assets of at least £12.1 million as of late last year, with continued demand for her novels ensuring a steady stream of royalties.

Beyond her business's value, Kinsella also amassed a substantial property portfolio, with assets exceeding £10 million. This included prime real estate in London, such as a central townhouse and a Westminster apartment, alongside a significant farmhouse in Dorset. These properties are likely to have appreciated substantially since their acquisition.

Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, passed away at age 55 after a three-year fight with brain cancer. Her prolific career resulted in over 30 novels, selling 45 million books globally and leading to successful film adaptations, cementing her status as a literary icon.