Virginia Ironside author page

Virginia Ironside biography

Virginia Ironside is a British author and journalist known for her work in both adult and children’s literature. She began her career as a journalist, writing for publications such as The Sunday Times and The Independent. Ironside has written several books for children, including Made for Each Other and The Huge Bag of Worries. The Huge Bag of Worries, illustrated by Frank Rodgers, addresses the topic of childhood anxiety and has been used in educational settings.

In addition to her children’s books, Ironside has written novels and non-fiction for adults. She is also known for her work as an agony aunt, providing advice columns for various newspapers and magazines. Her writing often explores themes relevant to both children and adults, including emotional wellbeing and personal development.

One of her notable children’s books, The Huge Bag of Worries, was first published in 1996 by Hodder Children’s Books.