WESTERN DIME NOVEL CLASSICS SERIES From the late 1800s to the mid 1900s Dime Novels captured the imagination of generations. Whether they were thrilling tales of adventure, gritty westerns, suspenseful mysteries, or true crime stories the dime novel format launched the careers of countless authors and inspired the dreams of adults and children alike. Now available for the first time in more than 50 years Creative Texts Publishers brings some of the dime novel era's most popular stories in paperback format.