Karen E. Bender, Nina de Gramont

Karen E. Bender and Nina de Gramont are co-editors of the anthology "Choice: True Stories of Birth, Contraception, Infertility, Adoption, Single Parenthood, and Abortion." Both authors bring distinct literary backgrounds to their collaborative editorial work. Karen E. Bender is a fiction writer whose short stories and novels explore family dynamics, social issues, and human relationships. She has published work in literary magazines and received recognition for her storytelling abilities. Nina de Gramont writes both fiction and nonfiction, with particular focus on women's experiences and social issues. Her work spans multiple genres and often examines complex personal and societal topics. Together, they curated a collection that presents personal narratives about reproductive choices and family planning. The anthology features contributions from various writers sharing their experiences across different aspects of motherhood, family creation, and reproductive decisions.

Readers respond positively to the anthology's honest approach to reproductive experiences. Many appreciate the variety of perspectives presented, noting that the collection covers experiences often left undiscussed in mainstream media. Readers find the personal narratives relatable and value the representation of different circumstances surrounding pregnancy, parenting, and family planning decisions. Several reviewers highlight the book's ability to normalize conversations about difficult topics. Readers mention feeling less alone in their own experiences after reading similar stories from other women. The diversity of contributors and situations receives frequent praise from readers who found their own circumstances reflected in the collection. Some readers note that certain stories resonate more than others, which appears related to individual experiences rather than writing quality. A few reviewers mention wanting more stories from specific demographics or situations. Some readers find certain narratives emotionally challenging, though most frame this as a strength rather than weakness of the collection.