Ivy Bannister facts for kids
Ivy Bannister (born July 11, 1951) is an American writer who now lives in Ireland. She is known for her poetry, short stories, and plays.
About Ivy Bannister
Ivy Bannister was born as Ivy Eberhart in New York City on July 11, 1951. She grew up in Connecticut. For her education, she attended Smith College and later Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. In 1976, she married Frank Bannister.
Her Writing Career
Ivy Bannister's poems and short stories have appeared in many collections of Irish writing. Her poetry has also been featured in well-known publications. These include The Irish Times, the Sunday Tribune, and the Poetry Ireland Review.
Awards and Recognition
Ivy Bannister has received several awards for her writing. These awards celebrate her talent in poetry and storytelling:
- O. Z. Whitehead Award in 1986
- Hennessy Literary Award in 1988
- Listowel Award in 1987
- PJ O'Connor Award in 1991
- Francis MacManus Award in 1999
Selected Books and Plays
Here are some of the books and plays written by Ivy Bannister:
- The Wilde Circus Show (1990)
- The Magician and other stories (1996)
- The Wall, a play, which won the Mobil Ireland Playwriting Award in 1993
- The Woman who has Difficulty Answering the Phone (2001)
- Blunt Trauma (2005)
- Vinegar and spit (2008)
