From Shadows to Solutions

Welcome to Nickel and Dime Books, where classic storytelling meets modern mystery.

Born from a love of the golden age of crime fiction—those shadowy streets of noir, the clever twists of Hitchcock, and the atmospheric tales that kept readers turning pages by lamplight—Nickel and Dime Books celebrates the timeless art of the well-crafted mystery.

Our name pays homage to the pulp fiction era, when a nickel or dime could buy you a world of intrigue, suspense, and unforgettable characters. Today, we carry that tradition forward with carefully curated genre fiction that delivers the same page-turning excitement.

Currently featuring the delightful cozy mysteries of A.J. Starkwell, our catalog captures the charm of small-town secrets and amateur sleuths. But like the best mystery plots, we have more surprises in store—upcoming releases will expand into romance, thrillers, and other captivating corners of the mystery genre.

Whether you’re curled up in your favorite reading chair or stealing moments between life’s adventures, Nickel and Dime Books offers stories that transport you to worlds where every clue matters, every character has secrets, and every ending leaves you satisfied yet eager for more.

Because the best mysteries never go out of style.