So what’s it about?
“New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shayla Black returns with a new story in her More Than Words series…
I persuaded my best friend that I should be her first…
I’m Hayes Elliott. Since second grade, I’ve had one best friend, Echo Hope. When she graduates from college, of course I have to give her something amazing. Since I’ll be on a business trip to Maui, I’m bringing her along for a week of fun and sun. But once she sheds her long skirts, serious buns, and combat boots for bikinis, I can’t deny how stunning she is…and I can’t stop wanting her. Worse, she’s determined to lose her V-card—and has asked one of our man-whoring buddies to pluck it.
I’ve got to step in.
It’s underhanded, but I offer to do the job properly. Since I’m no one’s Prince Charming, I have no intention of following through. Suddenly, the kisses start and the clothes come off…and I can’t remember why I’m not supposed to make her mine in every way. Or why I shouldn’t be in love with her. But if I want Echo for more than a vacation fling, I’ll have to fight. And she’s about to find out how determined I am to upgrade my best friend to wife.
**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you’ll enjoy each one as much as we do.**”
Now for something fun about the author!
Q: The friends-to-lovers trope, like Echo and Hayes, is a fave of mine. What are some of your favorites to write and why?
A: I’m a big fan of love triangles, forced marriages, abduction, age-gap… I love a good bodyguard story. Forbidden romances are a guilty pleasure. Boss/assistant books get me every time. So does a juicy revenge story. There are so many awesome tropes, and a reader for every one of them. Another reason to love romance!
Now for the giveaway!
We’re giving away a Dark Nights swag pack (which includes a 1001 Dark Nights limited edition coloring book, colored pencils, and promo booklet & bookmark).
How to enter for a chance to win it?
Just leave a comment below, and by 10pm EST, Sunday October 3rd, 2021, I will randomly select one lucky commenter as the winner.
The winner will be contacted and will have 48hrs to respond confirming their mailing address, so if you are picked, do not delay or you will lose your chance. The Dark Nights swag pack will be sent to one winner by the publisher.
US ONLY for now on this one (but all are welcome to comment). 
Love her books!
Shayla Black is a favorite author of mine. I love her Wicked Lovers book series.
I love Shayla Black! I can’t wait to get my hands on this one.