About the Publisher
Forty years after its beginnings in 1973, Virago is the outstanding international publisher of books by women. The cultural, political and economic landscape has changed dramatically in the last four decades, but Virago has remained true to its original aims: to put women centre stage to explore the untold stories of their lives and history to break the silence around many women's experiences to publish breathtaking new fiction, alongside a rich list of rediscovered classics and above all to champion women's talent. One of the most vigorous, stylish and successful British publishing imprints, Virago is the outstanding international publisher of women's literature. It is the largest women's imprint in the world and boasts established award-winning authors from Sarah Waters to Margaret Atwood to stunning new talent like Paula McLain, Claire Messud and Cara Hoffman.
