Judith Viorst
Born in 1931
Judith Viorst is an American writer, journalist, and psychoanalysis researcher known for her humorous observational poetry and children's literature.
She graduated from Rutgers University in 1952 and later studied Freudian psychology, becoming a research graduate at Washington Psychoanalytic Institute in 1981.
Viorst's most famous work is "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day," which has sold over two million copies.
She has written extensively for both children and adults, covering topics such as relationships, loss, and personal growth.
Viorst's diverse career spans journalism, poetry, children's books, and psychological research, making her a multifaceted author with a unique perspective on human experiences.