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Full-Throttle Fifties Noir!

A daring fixer in 1950s America is tasked by his formidable boss with the perilous mission of retrieving a fabled, long-lost necklace.

“A feverish story that effectively turns neo-noir conventions on its head. Every detail seems relevant, and not a syllable seems wasted—a tough trick to pull off. It all results in an appealing tale that also upends stereotypical impressions of ’50s Americana.”
—KIRKUS REVIEWS

“Fast-moving and stylish, enriched by a cast of cool characters and clever plot twists, Hessman’s Necklace conjures up a vibrant 1950s landscape, brought to life with entertaining wise guys, gun-toting molls, chic fashions and the sleekest cars. Witty, gritty and packed with old-fashioned charm, this is a crime thriller you won’t want to miss.”
—Pam Norfolk, SHEFFIELD STAR

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Experience B-movie hell!

A greenhorn American actor in a small-budget feature film in Uruguay struggles to survive a volatile director’s perilous methods for getting the best out of his cast.

“When The Actor Inspired Chaos and Bloodshed offers a suspense-filled and yet humorous look at the stressful demands of film-making through the lens of fame-hungry artistes, zealous directors, and everyone caught in the crossfire. It’s a red-hot treat for book lovers looking for a refreshingly different take on the international thriller. Pulsating with danger and menace, and infused with sharp-edged English humour, this excellently exotic adventure is the literary equivalent of a made-for-Hollywood big screen delight!”
—Pam Norfolk, YORKSHIRE EVENING POST

“A riveting story. The plot is well-paced, with an absolute gem of an opening that guaranteed my continued reading”
Karen Siddall, PARK CITIES BUBBLELIFE

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Discover his forthcoming novels along with insights into his literary work, including anthologies and articles. Join him on a journey through storytelling excellence!

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An introduction to

Nicholas Litchfield

Writer of novels and short stories, book reviews, and articles about authors. Nicholas has worked in various countries as a journalist, researcher, librarian, teacher, editor, and technical writer. He is the founder of the literary magazine Lowestoft Chronicle and editor of its anthology series.

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Book titles released in 2025

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Death in a Lighthouse / Murder Money

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Unfamiliar Territory

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Hessman’s Necklace

Litchfield’s entertaining and gritty novel reads like a 1970s car-chase shot with a handheld camera, full of jolts and scrapes and Technicolor chaos.

— ADAM BERLIN, author of Belmondo Style and All Around They’re Taking Down the Lights