Arlene Sachitano

Author and storyteller

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About Arlene

Arlene Sachitano was born at Camp Pendleton while her father was serving in the US Navy. Her family lived in Newport, Rhode Island before settling in Oregon, where Arlene still resides. Arlene worked in the electronics industry for almost thirty years, including stints in solid state research as well as production supervision. Arlene is handy being both a knitter and a quilter. She puts her quilting knowledge to work, writing the Harriet Truman/Loose Threads mystery series, which features a long arm quilter as the amateur sleuth. Arlene divides her time between homes in Portland and Tillamook that she shares with her husband and their canine companion, Navarre.

Harley Spring Mysteries

Meet Harley Spring: a sharp-witted, no-nonsense supervisor at a computer chip manufacturing company who finds herself entangled in a web of deadly intrigue. In a race against time to save her job, her family, and ultimately her own life, Harley must solve a series of complex puzzles and navigate the dangerous world of corporate espionage, all while staying one step ahead of a ruthless killer. With unexpected plot twists and heart-stopping suspense around every corner, the Harley Spring series is a must-read for fans of mystery, crime, and thriller novels.

Harriet Truman/Loose Threads Series

Join long arm quilter Harriet Truman and her quilting group, the Loose Threads, on their thrilling adventures in the small town of Foggy Point. As amateur sleuths, Harriet and her friends find themselves embroiled in a range of mysterious and dangerous situations, from chasing down stolen treasures to uncovering complex conspiracies. With wit, charm, and a dash of danger, the Harriet Truman/Loose Threads Mystery series is an enthralling collection of cozy mysteries that keeps readers hooked until the very end. Along the way, readers will fall in love with the quirky residents of Foggy Point and the endearing relationships that drive this beloved series.

Permelia O'Brien Mysteries

The Permelia O'Brien mystery series by Arlene Sachitano follows the knitting adventures of Permelia, a woman who has recently moved to a new town after her husband left her for a younger woman. Along the way, Permelia finds herself embroiled in a series of shocking mysteries, from the discovery of a dead man with a knitting needle in his ear to the unraveling of a complex murder case involving a cheating husband with a secret family. With her love of knitting and her keen eye for detail, Permelia becomes an amateur sleuth, working with her friends to solve each puzzling case. As the series unfolds, readers will follow Permelia as she learns to navigate life in a big city. With its colorful characters and unexpected twists and turns, humor, heart, and plenty of suspense, the Permelia O'Brien mystery series is a must-read for fans of cozy mysteries and knitting enthusiasts alike.