THE WHAT? Aesop is bringing its Queer Library back to London this summer from June 29 to July 2. The collection of stories by LGBTQIA+ authors and allies will be readily accessible with visitors to Aesop’s Soho store invited to pick up a complimentary title, no purchase required.

THE DETAILS The initiative will also travel to New York, Los Angeles and Toronto from June 20 to 25 with the North American branches highlighting titles that have been banned or challenged in various settings across the US and Canada.

THE WHY? The Aesop Queer Library is founded on a belief in the transformative power of queer storytelling – its ability to broaden minds, embolden individuals and unite the community and its allies, the soon-to-be-L’Oréal-owned brand said.