Barbara Taylor Bradford, the best-selling author known for her iconic novel 'A Woman of Substance,' has died peacefully at home at age 91. Her literary career spanned over 40 years, during which she published 40 novels that sold more than 91 million copies worldwide. Bradford's works often focused on strong female characters, mirroring her own life story. After a short illness, she passed away surrounded by family, leaving a legacy of influential storytelling and significant contributions to literature, which were recognized with numerous awards and accolades throughout her lifetime.