Books Black Girls Must Be Magic, Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen

"Black Girls Must Die Exhausted" and its sequel "Black Girls Must Be Magic" by Jayne Allen are contemporary women’s fiction novels that explore the life of Tabitha Walker, a modern Black woman navigating the challenges of love, career, fertility, and mental health.

"Black Girls Must Die Exhausted" introduces Tabitha’s story as she grapples with the exhaustion of balancing professional ambition and personal struggles, including fertility issues and complex relationships. The novel delves into themes like workplace microaggressions, friendship, family dynamics, and societal expectations placed on Black women.

The sequel, "Black Girls Must Be Magic," continues Tabitha’s journey during her pregnancy, highlighting her determination to be a single mother by choice ("single mother by courage"). It addresses the emotional and social complexities of pregnancy, intimate relationships, and workplace challenges with authenticity, humor, and grace. Both books emphasize resilience, self-discovery, and the significance of community or "village" support in overcoming life's hurdles.