Gume Laurel III

In this episode of "Jotxs y Recuerdos," Gume Laurel III, a gay Latino writer from Weslaco, TX discusses his journey from coming out at 13 to navigating his identity in a conservative, religious, and machismo-dominated environment. He highlights the importance of chosen family, especially for queer individuals who may not find acceptance at home. He emphasizes the significance of representation in literature and his efforts to include diverse characters in his books, which tackle themes o...