And they’ll be in costumes! Oscar a chicken, Max and egg, having pledged to do so if their fundraising hit a target. Wonder if they’re regretting that now?
Oscar said: “I’ve got into running recently but have never done a half marathon – anyone can do it if you train consistently. Given how generously everyone has donated I thought it would be fitting to add an extra challenge and run in costume!’
In memory of mum
“In December of 2025, my mother, Madeleine Wickham, known better as Sophie Kinsella, Maddy or Mum, passed away due to brain cancer. Specifically, this was glioblastoma, an aggressive tumour for which there is currently no cure. Mum survived for just over three years after being diagnosed, though many do not get this long.
“She bore her illness with unimaginable courage, continuing music and tennis and even writing another book (‘What Does It Feel Like?’), all despite the daunting set of treatments she was undergoing. Most importantly she stayed in the best of spirits. ‘Luckily’ was her favourite word.”
Sophie Kinsella’s support
Sophie was one of The Charity’s treasured High Profile Supporter and mentioning us in her latest novella, What Does It Feel Like?, drawing attention to our annual awareness and fundraising campaign, The Twilight Walk.
In early October, friends and fellow authors held an author event. Fans flew in from as far away as the USA to be part of the celebration, speak with Sophie, listen to readings, take part in quizzes and, in some instances, dress up as beloved characters from her novels.
Sophie also created A Heady Mix in 2025. This was a classical concert In London celebrating music and literature with the goal of raising awareness for research into brain tumours.
