Choosing Family

"Choosing Family" is a literary memoir set against the vibrant backdrop of Chicago’s North and South Sides, exploring the author's journey to motherhood within a multiracial, queer family. Through reflections on her upbringing and her experiences adopting a Black daughter with her wife, Royster examines complex themes of race, family, and identity from a feminist and LGBTQ+ perspective. Weaving in queer theory and personal memories, the book celebrates the fluidity and richness of non-traditional family configurations, ultimately highlighting joy and acceptance.