How many books has Matt Goldman written?

Matt Goldman has written 11 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2017 to 2026.

What is the first book in each Matt Goldman series?

Here are the first books in Matt Goldman's series: Nils Shapiro: Gone to Dust.

What order should I read Matt Goldman's books?

We recommend reading Matt Goldman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Is Matt Goldman still writing new books?

Yes, Matt Goldman has 2 ongoing series: Nils Shapiro, Standalone Novels.

Matt Goldman Reading Order

4 series · 11 books

Mystery & Thriller

Matt Goldman is a mystery and thriller writer who has published eleven novels since 2017, spanning four distinct series including the Clay Hawkins and Nils Shapiro detective sagas alongside standalone works and shorter fiction. His stories blend suspenseful plots with complex characters, delivering the kind of page-turning narratives that appeal to fans of contemporary crime fiction. Goldman's prolific output across multiple series demonstrates his versatility in crafting mysteries that keep readers engaged across different protagonists and settings.

Clay Hawkins Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

#	Title
1	Liar's Creek 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Nils Shapiro Series

Ongoing

5 books (2017–2025)

Start with Gone to Dust, the first of 5 books in the Nils Shapiro series.

Start this series with Gone to Dust

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#	Title
1	Gone to Dust 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Broken Ice 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Shallows 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Dead West 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Dark Humor 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2021–2021)

#	Title
1	Sixteen Lies 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

4 books (2022–2025)

Start with Carolina Moonset, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Carolina Moonset