Barbara Taylor Bradford dies at 91; best-selling novelist was known for A Woman of Substance'
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Barbara Taylor Bradford, who passed away at 91, was a literary giant whose novel A Woman of Substance sold over 30 million copies and helped define women’s empowerment in literature.
Throughout her prolific career, Bradford's works, written in 40 languages and selling over 90 million copies worldwide, shone a light on women's struggles for love, power, and independence.
Bradford was a remarkable figure who transitioned from a working class background in Yorkshire to becoming one of the world's wealthiest writers, with a legacy of empowerment through storytelling.
Recognized by the Queen with an OBE in 2007, Bradford's influence extended beyond books as her life story inspired generations of readers seeking strong female characters.
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