The Gee Family of Houston
By: Laura Gao
Story Summary
Through political candidacy and Chinese delicacies, the different branches of the Gee family wound together to reach the hearts of Houstonians and combat racism and segregation. Their transformative impact bloomed into the lively Asiatown we know today; an offshoot of the diversity and inclusion they fostered here in the heart of Texas.
About The Creators
Laura Gao
Texas
Laura Gao is a queer artist, author, bread lover, and continental drifter.
Originally from Wuhan, China, Laura immigrated to Texas where their art career began by doodling on Pokémon cards and has since blossomed to be featured on NPR, the Museum of Chinese in America, and most notably, their parents’ fridge. Having graduated with a degree in Statistics from the University of Pennsylvania, Laura became favorite child #2 of 2 when they decided to dive into the arts instead. Thankfully, their graphic memoir, MESSY ROOTS, debuted on the 2022 Indies Bestsellers List and has been shortlisted for the Harvey Awards and the Texas Maverick List. Besides drawing and fending off early-onset back pain, Laura enjoys biking through Ghibli-esque worlds and binging SNL.
