Welcome to Piney Hollow

I write cozy mysteries because we all need a little laughter, a little escape, and maybe a giant cat named Chairman Meow. In Maisie's world, eccentric great-aunts dispense questionable advice, coffee flows freely, and mysteries get solved with heart, humor, and just the right amount of chaos. If you love quirky characters, small-town charm, and crime-solving with a smile, you're in the right place.

No spam. No nonsense. Just good stories—and the occasional note worth sharing over coffee. Click the Piney Hollow button above for your welcome packet.

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Tension at The Full Bobbin

At The Full Bobbin, quilts are carefully stitched, stories are quietly shared, and Maisie Schreffler does her best to keep everything running smoothly. But in Piney Hollow, even the smallest details have a way of unraveling into something more. And when they do, Maisie finds herself drawn into mysteries she never quite meant to solve—stay with me, and I’ll share a few of the stories that don’t quite stay tucked away.







What's in the welcome packet?


  • A closer look at The Full Bobbin

  • a few familiar spots around town

  • A note from Chairman Meow

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