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Barbara in the library
Portrait photographed by Julian Dufort
Barbara and Robert
Pictured at the 30th anniversary party of A Woman of Substance, Barbara and her husband Robert
Bestselling novelist
Barbara has written 29 bestselling novels, sold 88 million books in over 40 languages and also still writes for many national newspapers.
Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II bestowed the Order of the British Empire on Barbara in 2007
The original woman of substance
Barbara recently retraced her ancestors’ roots in Yorkshire as part of a prime time TV documentary called Secrets from the Workhouse

LITERACY TRUST

Barbara is honoured to be one of the Literacy Trust’s ambassadors, donating her time to support and raise awareness for its work.read article →

LATEST e-NEWS

Who Are You?
From master storyteller Barbara Taylor Bradford comes a gripping drama with a shocking twist.read more →

HARDCOVER LAUNCH

The Cavendon Luck will be available starting June 7^th 2016.

This is the stunning sequel to Barbara Taylor Bradford’s The Cavendon Women: Book # 3 in the Cavendon Chronicles.read more about this book →

LATEST NEWS

Secrets of Wealthy Women Podcast
Barbara Taylor Bradford explains how she forged her own path as a writer to become one of the most successful novelists of all time.read tribute →

LATEST BLOG POSTS

27 April 2016
On The Meaning & History Of Black Irish

Liam Neeson as Blackie O'NeillHere’s one of my secrets about The Cavendon Luck. Everybody’s favorite fellow, Blackie O’Neill, makes a brief cameo alongside...

3 June 2015
Our Girls Immortalized On Canvas

Painting of Beaji & Chammi by Christine MerrillFinally it arrived last Friday! The long-awaited painting of Beaji and Chammi Bradford by Christine Merrill....

14 April 2015
Women Of Substance In Houston, Texas - April 8, 2015

Former First Lady, Barbara Bush met up with Bob and I in Houston, Texas for a private visit before I was honored at a charity event.We chatted with Mrs. Bush, w...

12 February 2015
Seven Surprising Things You Didn't Know About Me - A Da ...

I spurned the love of Peter O’TooleBarbara Taylor BradfordNovelist+10Barbara Taylor Bradford, novelist1. I only have one number in my mobile phone — my husband...

29 October 2014
Eddie Redmayne's Performance Is Heart-stopping

Actor Eddie RedmayneEddie Redmayne's performance in The Theory Of Everything is not only brilliant but so shockingly perfect it is beyond belief.Two Academ...

24 September 2014
Publishing Update - Autumn 2014

As we enter the season of celebrations, and in response to your many queries, I've decided to update you on my publishing program.I begin with eBooks...1)...

24 June 2014
Summer 2014 Update & My New Ebook Novella

Just a quick note to say sorry for not updating my blog of late. I’m juggling lots of exciting things at the moment and wish there were more hours in the day!...

6 June 2014
Cavendon Hall Cocktail Party Hosted By Vanessa Noel - June 5 ...

Renowned women's shoe designer, Vanessa Noel last night gave a cocktail reception in my honor, and to celebrate the success of CAVENDON HALL. The party was...

13 December 2013
Happy Holidays From Barbara Taylor Bradford & Robert Bra ...

4 October 2013
Do You Know A Literacy Hero?

I’m supporting the National Literacy Trust’s search for Literacy Heroes and believe it’s important to inspire and give confidence to the next generation to deve...