Baret Magarian, of Armenian descent, was born in London and educated at Durham and London Universities. His notable works include Universities and has published: The Fabrications (Pleasure Boat Studio), Melting Point (Italian translation, Quarup), Mirror and Silhouette (Albion Beatnik Press) and Chattering with all my favourite Beasts (Italian and English, Ensemble). Beyond writing, Magarian has varied experiences as a translator, musician, interviewer, journalist, book representative, and in public relations.
