Penguin Pride to celebrate joy of queer literature with star-studded line-up
Penguin Pride has recruited several established LGBTQ+ stars and fresh new talent to share the books that have “changed and shaped” them.
Hosted by broadcaster and Celebrity Masterchef champion Riyadh Khalaf, the evening will celebrate the joy of queer literature with a showcase of the most promising poets, comedians, influencers and authors.
Jack Rooke, the creator and writer of the autobiographical comedy Big Boys, will be in attendance. Following its premiere on Channel 4 earlier this year, the six-part series was met with overwhelming praise from critics and viewers for its depiction of mental health and a gay-straight male friendship, as well as its glorification of British culture.
Also confirmed is model and writer Yasmin Benoit, one of Britain’s most prominent asexual and aromantic activists. The creator of the #ThisIsWhatAsexualLooksLike campaign, Yasmin also memorably co-founded International Asexuality Day in 2021.
