Justinian Wong

Justinian Huang, the author of Lucky Seed, dives into the pressure faced by a single, gay son within a Taiwanese-American family. He shares how his own family's demands for a male heir influenced the novel's creation. Huang explores the intriguing concept of 'hungry ghosts' and highlights the family dynamics that led relatives to consider a gay son as a more controllable option for lineage plans. Additionally, he reflects on how writing the book strengthened his bond with his mother and allowed him to embrace his identity while becoming a father on his own terms.