Barbara Taylor Bradford, Author of 'A Woman of Substance,' Dies at 91

The bestselling novelist, known for her rags-to-riches heroines and sweeping epics, passed away peacefully following a short illness.

Barbara Taylor Bradford authored 40 novels, selling over 91 million copies worldwide, with her debut, 'A Woman of Substance,' becoming one of the top-selling novels of all time.
Her works often featured strong, ambitious women overcoming adversity, reflecting her own journey from a Yorkshire typist to a global literary icon.
Bradford was married to American film producer Robert Bradford for 55 years, a partnership that shaped her career and life until his death in 2019.
Her novels inspired numerous TV adaptations, including the 1985 miniseries of 'A Woman of Substance,' which remains Channel 4's most-watched program to date.
A recipient of multiple honors, including an OBE, Bradford leaves behind a legacy of storytelling that resonated with millions and redefined the blockbuster novel genre.