Want To Be A Guest?

 

As we stare in the face of summer when the flaming Sky God tries to kill us all, I thought I would remind you that I welcome guest posts here. If you have read this kind of post before, and have an interest, please read this updated post today as I have added a couple of things.

 

Guests are more than welcome and very much appreciated. Unlike some folks and their places, I don’t have a lot of forms to fill out or hoops to jump through as I have made the process as easy as possible. Most questions you are already answered here so please read the post before reaching out.

 

First and foremost, No AI for anything. Period. 

 

With that out of the way…. Depending on my reviews—Open days are currently Tuesdays and Sundays. Sometimes other says are as well as I don’t read that fast anymore. I usually run excerpts from published or about to be published works on Sundays as excerpts seem to work best on those days.

  

Topic--pretty much anything goes. While my blog is mainly aimed towards items of interest for readers and writers of mystery and crime fiction, I am open to pretty much anything. I do ask that folks avoid the topics of religion and politics unless either or both directly relate to the work being discussed or promoted.

 

Please Note --- I am not going to run anything that advocates big pharma is hiding the cure for cancer. Folks that come up with that stuff deserve a special place in hell.

 

Before contacting me, please have an actual idea in mind. I absolutely do not assign topics. That means I am NOT going to tell you what to write about. This is your opportunity to write what you want to write about. You know your books, your expertise in topics, etc. I do not. Your idea does not have to be set in stone. It does need to have some detail. Have something to say beyond the fact that you have a new book coming out and you want to talk about it in a guest post.  Have at least a couple of things that you know you want to have in your piece and tell me that in your pitch.

 

And, yes, book reviews are very popular here. Several folks regularly contribute book reviews. I would love to have more book reviews from guests.

 

Word Count: Totally up to you. I do not set a maximum or a minimum word count.

 

When your piece is ready, you send it to me by email and include a 100 words or fewer bio. Also send any pics that you think should be included in the piece. While some guest posts are super heavy in pictures, I think it works best to have two or so. While I can and do lift author photos and book covers from Amazon and author websites, it is easier if you just send it from the start as well as any other pics you believe should be included.

 

Exclusivity: The period should be original to my blog. I request that you allow me to be the exclusive home for the piece for 90 days. This allows me to make multiple posts about your guest post on social media and still bring in readers.

 

I have had folks write for me one weekend and, within two weeks, ignore the exclusivity period, and run the exact same piece elsewhere. Rather kills the point of my efforts to bring attention to your post.

 

This is, as always, a nonpaying opportunity. Yes, I absolutely value your work. I also have no income other than SSD (and that is just a few hundred each month) and am supporting myself, my adult son, and this old house on what little I inherited when my Mom passed. The bank account is steadily shrinking and I am doing the best I can to hang in here. Scott has been without work since mid April and that has made things massively worse. Things are going downhill, rapidly, but as long as I can keep this place going, I will.

 

While I have no funds to pay you, I can promise to promote the heck out of your appearance. You will be seen. I can’t promise a certain number of sales, but most guests do see a spike in their sales. Guests who are on the blog on a semi regular basis do far better than one off appearances, but everyone does see an impact.

Questions/ pitches should be sent to me at Kevinrtipple AT Verizon.net

 

I hope you choose to be a part of things here. Looking forward to hearing from you.

  

 

Kevin R. Tipple © 2026 

Guesting On The Blog

  

It has been a few months, almost six now, so I thought I would remind you that I welcome guest posts here. If you have read this kind of post before, and have an interest, please read this updated post today as I have added a couple of things.

 

Guests are more than welcome and very much appreciated. Unlike some folks and their places, I don’t have a lot of forms to fill out or hoops to jump through as I have made the process as easy as possible. Most questions you may have been already answered below so please read the post before reaching out.

 

Depending on my reviews—Open days are currently Tuesdays and Sundays. I usually run excerpts from published or about to be published works on Sundays as excerpts seem to work best on those days.

 

No AI for anything. Period.

 

Topic--pretty much anything goes. While my blog is mainly aimed towards items of interest for readers and writers of mystery and crime fiction, I am open to pretty much anything. I do ask that folks avoid the topics of religion and politics unless either or both directly relate to the work being discussed or promoted.

 

Please Note --- I am not going to run anything that advocates big pharma is hiding the cure for cancer. Folks that come up with that stuff deserve a special place in hell.

 

Before contacting me, please have an actual idea in mind. I absolutely do not assign topics. That means I am NOT going to tell you what to write about. This is your opportunity to write what you want to write about. You know your books, your expertise in topics, etc. I do not. Your idea does not have to be set in stone. It does need to have some detail. Have something to say beyond the fact that you have a new book coming out and you want to talk about it in a guest post.  Have at least a couple of things that you know you want to have in your piece and tell me that in your pitch.

 

And, yes, book reviews are very popular here. Several folks regularly contribute book reviews. I would love to have more book reviews from guests.

 

Word Count: Totally up to you. I do not set a maximum or a minimum word count.

 

When your piece is ready, you send it to me by email and include a 100 words or fewer bio. Also send any pics that you think should be included in the piece. While some guest posts are super heavy in pictures, I think it works best to have two or so. While I can and do lift author photos and book covers from Amazon and author websites, it is easier if you just send it from the start as well as any other pics you believe should be included.

 

Exclusivity: The period should be original to my blog. I request that you allow me to be the exclusive home for the piece for 90 days. This allows me to make multiple posts about your guest post on social media and still bring in readers.

 

I have had folks write for me one weekend and, within two weeks, ignore the exclusivity period and run the exact same piece elsewhere. Rather kills the point of my efforts to bring attention to your post.

 

This is, as always, a nonpaying opportunity. Yes, I absolutely value your work. I also have no income other than SSD (and that is just a few hundred each month) and am supporting myself, my adult son, and this old house on what little I inherited when my Mom passed. The bank account is steadily shrinking and I am doing the best I can to hang in here as inflation, my worsening health, and other issues are making it even harder. Things are going downhill, rapidly, but as long as I can keep this place going, I will.

 

While I have no funds to pay you, I can promise to promote the heck out of your appearance. You will be seen. I can’t promise a certain number of sales, but most guests do see a spike in their sales. Guests who are on the blog on a semi regular basis do far better than one off appearances, but everyone does see an impact.

 

Questions/ pitches should be sent to me at Kevinrtipple AT Verizon.net

 

I hope you choose to be a part of things here. Looking forward to hearing from you.

  

 

Kevin R. Tipple © 2026

Guesting On My Blog

It has been a while, so I thought I would remind you that I welcome guest posts here. If you have read this kind of post before, and have an interest, please read this updated post today as I have added a couple of things. 

Guests are more than welcome and very much appreciated. Unlike some folks and their places, I don’t have a lot of forms to fill out or hoops to jump through as I have made the process as easy as possible. Most questions you may have been already answered below so please read the post before reaching out.

Depending on my reviews—Open days are currently Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. I usually run excerpts from published or about to be published works on Sundays as excerpts seem to work best on those days.

No AI for anything. Period.

Topic--pretty much anything goes. While my blog is mainly aimed towards items of interest for readers and writers of mystery and crime fiction, I am open to pretty much anything. I do ask that folks avoid the topics of religion and politics unless either or both directly relate to the work being discussed or promoted.

Please Note --- I am not going to run anything that advocates big pharma is hiding the cure for cancer. Folks that come up with that stuff deserve a special place in hell.

Before contacting me, please have an actual idea in mind. I absolutely do not assign topics. That means I am NOT going to tell you what to write about. This is your opportunity to write what you want to write about. You know your books, your expertise in topics, etc. I do not. Your idea does not have to be set in stone. It does need to have some detail. Have at least a couple of things that you know you want to have in your piece and tell me that in your pitch.

Word Count: Totally up to you. I do not set a maximum or a minimum word count. 

When your piece is ready, you send it to me by email and include a 100 word or fewer bio. Also send any pics that you think should be included in the piece. While some guest posts are super heavy in pictures, I think it works best to have two or so. While I can and do lift author photos and book covers from Amazon and author websites, it is easier if you just send it from the start as well as any other pics you believe should be included.

Exclusivity: The period should be original to my blog. I request that you allow me to be the exclusive home for the piece for 90 days. This allows me to make multiple posts about your guest post on social media and still bring in readers.

I have had folks write for me one weekend and, within two weeks, ignore the exclusivity period and run the exact same piece elsewhere. Rather kills the point of my efforts to bring attention to your post.

This is, as always, a nonpaying opportunity. Yes, I absolutely value your work. I also have no income other than SSD (and that is just a few hundred each month) and am supporting myself, my adult son, and this old house on what little I inherited when my Mom passed. The bank account is steadily shrinking and I am doing the best I can to hang in here as inflation, my worsening health, and other issues are making it even harder.

At the rate things are going, if I am still alive, I fully expect to be homeless by the summer of 2026. So, this blog won’t matter. In the meantime, I do what I can, as I can.

While I have no funds to pay you, I can promise to promote the heck out of your appearance. You will be seen. I can’t promise a certain number of sales, but most guests do see a spike in their sales. Guests who are on the blog on a semi regular basis do far better than one off appearances, but everyone does see an impact.

Questions/ pitches should be sent to me at Kevinrtipple AT Verizon.net

I hope you choose to be a part of things here. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Kevin R. Tipple © 2025

KRL Update 10/4/2025

Up on KRL this week a review and giveaway of another Halloween mystery, "Murder at Cape Costumers" by Maddie Day / Edith Maxwell along with a fun Halloween guest post from Maddie https://kingsriverlife.com/10/04/murder-at-cape-costumers-by-maddie-day/

And a review of "Birds, Puppies, and Murder" by Brenda Whiteside & Joyce Proell, along with an ebook giveaway of the first book in that series, and a fun interview with Brenda https://kingsriverlife.com/10/04/birds-puppies-and-murder-by-brenda-whiteside-joyce-proell/

 

And a review and giveaway of "Seven Reason to Murder Your Dinner Guests" by KJ Whittle https://kingsriverlife.com/10/04/seven-reasons-to-murder-your-dinner-guests-by-kj-whittle/

 

We also have the latest Mystery Coming Attractions from Victoria Fair https://kingsriverlife.com/10/04/mystery-coming-attractions-october-2025/

 

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week we have a review and giveaway of "Other People's Houses" by Clare Mackintosh https://www.krlnews.com/2025/10/other-peoples-houses-by-claire.html

 

And a review and ebook giveaway of the latest Smiling Dog Cafe book by Neil Plakcy, "Ground For Hope." If you are looking for a book to lift your spirits, The Smiling Dog Cafe Series are just what you need https://www.krlnews.com/2025/10/grounds-for-hope-by-neil-plakcy.html

 

Happy reading,

Lorie 

Jungle Red Writers: A new entry in the pantheon of noir from Michael Amedeo

Jungle Red Writers: A new entry in the pantheon of noir from Michael A...:   HALLIE EPHRON: Some of us began our enchantment with crime novels the more genteel way with Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers. Othe...

KRL This Week Update for 9/9/2023

Up on KRL this week we have reviews and giveaways of 2 mystery novels that involve bees-"Honey Drop Dead" by Laura Childs and "Birder She Wrote" by Donna Andrews https://kingsriverlife.com/09/09/mysteries-with-bees/ 

And a review and giveaway of "Between a Wok and a Dead Place" by Leslie Budewitz https://kingsriverlife.com/09/09/between-a-wok-and-a-dead-place-by-leslie-budewitz/

 

Up during the week we posted another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Sarah Bewley about the main character in her new book "Burning Eden", you can also enter to win a copy of the book https://kingsriverlife.com/09/06/the-reluctant-legacy-sheriff/

 

And another special midweek guest post, this one is by the editors of the new mystery anthology released by the Florida Gulf Coast Sisters in Crime, "Paradise is Deadly" talking about how they chose the stories in it https://kingsriverlife.com/09/06/what-do-editors-look-for-in-an-anthology/

 

With the holiday and KRL being on vacation it looks, I didn’t get the chance to share these that went up midweek last week so here you go! Another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Shelley Costa

https://kingsriverlife.com/08/ 30/the-first-scene-in-no- mistaking-death-is-not-on- page-one/

 

And another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author J. Woollcott https://kingsriverlife.com/08/ 30/writing-an-emotional- roller-coaster/

 

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week we have a review and giveaway of "Mrs. Plansky's Revenge" by Spencer Quinn https://www.krlnews.com/2023/09/mrs-planskys-revenge-by-spencer-quinn.html

 

For those who enjoy fantasy, we have a review and giveaway of "Secrets in the Shadows" by Kaitlyn King https://www.krlnews.com/2023/09/secrets-in-shadows-by-kaitlyn-king.html

 

Happy reading,

Lorie

KRL This Week Update For 4/2/2022

Up on KRL this morning a review and ebook giveaway of "Barista Bump-Off" by Tonya Kappes  https://kingsriverlife.com/04/02/barista-bump-off-by-tonya-kappes/ 

And a review and giveaway of "Lost Coast Literary" by Ellie Alexander along with a fun guest post by Ellie about getting lost in books https://kingsriverlife.com/04/02/lost-coast-literary-by-ellie-alexander/

 

We also have a review and giveaway of "Something's Guava Give" by Carrie Doyle (and the winner also gets the first book in the series as well) https://kingsriverlife.com/04/02/somethings-guava-give-by-carrie-doyle/

 

And a mystery short story by Jan Christensen https://kingsriverlife.com/04/02/a-failure-to-communicate-mystery-short-story/

 

Up during the week we posted another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Ripley Hayes about writing her series set in Wales, and about the new book just released "An Allotment of Time." You can also enter to win ebook copies of either the new book or a boxed set of the first three

https://kingsriverlife.com/03/30/writing-crime-novels-set-in-wales/

 

And another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Anne Louise Bannon about turning her books into serials and the release of her latest book "My Sweet List" https://kingsriverlife.com/03/30/making-a-book-a-serial/

 

And an article about Killer Workshop being put on by 2 Sisters In Crime Chapters this May, both in person and virtual. https://kingsriverlife.com/03/30/a-killer-workshop/

 

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week we have a review and giveaway of "The Secrets We Share" by Edwin Hill https://www.krlnews.com/2022/04/the-secrets-we-share-by-edwin-hill.html

 

And a review and giveaway of "Sins of the Family" by Hy Conrad https://www.krlnews.com/2022/04/sins-of-family-by-hy-conrad.html

Happy reading,
Lorie

Guest Post: RESILIENCE AND THE AMATEUR DETECTIVE by Peggy Rothschild

Please welcome Peggy Rothschild to the blog today. Her new book is scheduled to come out on February 22^nd.

 

RESILIENCE AND THE AMATEUR DETECTIVE

by Peggy Rothschild

 

In amateur sleuth mysteries, it is not uncommon for the protagonist—or someone they care about—to be accused of a crime. In order to clear their name or prove a loved one’s innocence, they start investigating on their own. This trope has been a staple of the mystery genre since its beginning. Even Wilkie Collins’ THE MOONSTONE has this element with Franklin Blake investigating the theft of the famous diamond in hopes of clearing his name. This idea has been used in cozies to great effect—forcing the main character outside their comfort zone to face new challenges and grow.

Like the callouses that develop from going barefoot over the course of a summer, resilience isn’t something these characters get because it’s needed in the moment. While some of them start their stories with a wealth of resilience, others grow tougher as their adventure progresses.

In Mia P. Manansala’s Agatha and Lefty-nominated debut, ARSENIC AND ADOBO, Lila Macapagal moves home after an ugly breakup and tries to save her Tita Rosie’s restaurant. Enter her ex, a spiteful restaurant critic. When he drops dead after a confrontation with Lila, she becomes a prime suspect. To stave off arrest, Lila begins investigating the crime.

In the Lefty-nominated humorous cozy, MIMI LEE GETS A CLUE, Jennifer J. Chow introduces intrepid pet groomer, Mimi Lee and her cat, Marshmallow. When a local breeder is murdered, Mimi winds up at the top of the suspect list. With the help of Marshmallow, Mimi Lee hunts for clues, facing dangers she never imagined—or ever imagined she’d have the courage to face.

DEATH BY DUMPLING is another wonderful restaurant-themed cozy. Written by Vivian Chen, the mystery features Lana Lee. Lana has quit her job and is waiting tables at the family restaurant to pay her bills. When the restaurant’s property manager dies from a severe allergic reaction to his meal, the entire staff comes under suspicion—since they all knew about his deadly food allergy. To protect her family and co-workers, Lana searches for the truth—and also finds her footing in life.

All of these characters show their resilience as they face new challenges and track down the guilty party. It’s not about what knocks or wears them down—it’s about how they get back up again. And sometimes they get up only to fall again; it’s all part of the journey.

In my new mystery, A DEADLY BONE TO PICK, after losing her husband, career and reputation, Molly Madison makes a fresh start in Pier Point, California. As she settles in, the last thing she expects is to become a murder suspect. For the second time. With the help of two loveable dogs, she digs to find out who is really responsible for the crime. And, along the way, makes new friends and develops a sense of belonging in her new community.As Molly faces suspicious cops and tracks a killer, she grows tougher and more resilient with every step—just like those summer callouses.

I aim to be like Molly.

 

 

Peggy Rothschild ©2022

 

After losing their home during a California wildfire, Peggy Rothschild and her husband moved to the beach community of Los Osos along the central coast. Peggy’s had short stories published in The Best Laid Plans, Heartbreaks and Half-Truths, and Avenging Angelenos anthologies. She also illustrated the children’s book Angie’s Great Big Beautiful Life: Tales of a Rescue Cat.

Peggy is a member of Sisters in Crime. When not at her desk or out walking, you can usually find her in the garden. A DEADLY BONE TO PICK is her first cozy mystery.

Lesa's Book Critiques: TIMOTHY MILLER, GUEST AUTHOR

 Lesa's Book Critiques: TIMOTHY MILLER, GUEST AUTHOR

NEWS: More Guests

I hope you have been enjoying the guests this week on the blog with author Paul A. Barra, Aubrey Nye Hamilton, Jeanne of the BPL, and just today, Steve Liskow. Not to mention the reviews and links to interesting things found elsewhere. 

I wanted to update you as more guest posts have been lined up covering the next few days.   

Fridays mean Friday’s Forgotten Books. This week a review by Barry Ergang will run. You can find out more at 1 AM CST when the review goes live. 

For those who don’t know, Saturdays feature reviews by my son, Scott Tipple. This coming Saturday he reviews a graphic novel that features Batman. 

Sunday author Lori Robbins will be on the blog. She will be discussing her new book, Murder in Second Position: An On Pointe Mystery. 

Of course, Monday features another all new review by Aubrey. 

Jeanne of the BPL will be back on the blog Tuesday with her third cozy mystery review in as many weeks. Following her reviews of Live and Let Chai by Bree Baker and Boston Scream Murder by Ginger Bolton, she reviews One Poison Pie by Lynn Calhoon. 

You could be a guest as well. If you are interested, please check out the guidelines on the blog at https://kevintipplescorner.blogspot.com/2021/12/want-to-be-guest.html 

By the way, if you like what we do here, we really need your support. Please like and share the posts on your social media channels. I’d love to see more comments. Especially on guest posts. I am sure that the comment moderation deters some folks, but it is in place because of scummy spammers. I am sorry it is necessary and do everything I can to not leave folks hanging. Blogger does not always tell me in a timely manner. 

These are the last few hours for the annual Critters Reader Poll. As of right now, there are seven review sites running as Kevin's Corner attempts to defend the first place crown. Currently, Kevin’s Corner and the mega site, I Smell Sheep, continue to trade the first place spot back and forth. If you like what we do on Kevin's Corner, please consider voting for us at https://critters.org/predpoll/reviewsite.shtml 

After you vote, please be sure to respond to the confirmation email to verify your vote.

Thank you!

 

News: The Guests This Week And More

 

This is another week of guests on the blog.

 

Tomorrow Paul A. Barra will have a guest post on writing and research regarding his latest book, Full of Eyes: A Rebel Bishop Mystery.

Monday means Aubrey Nye Hamilton is on the blog with another all new review. This week her review is on Due Justice by Diane Capri.

Jeanne on the Bookblog of the Bristol Library is back Tuesday with another cozy mystery review. This week she reviews Boston Scream Murder by Ginger Bolton.

Wednesday is reserved for Short Story Wednesday Reviews. If nobody submits a guest post for it, a review of mine will run.

Steve Liskow is back on the blog Thursday. This week he discusses how his tale, Kick Out The Jams, came to be in the anthology Groovy Gumshoes: Private Eyes I the Psychedelic Age. Edited by Michael Bracken, the anthology comes out in April.  

Fridays mean Friday’s Forgotten Books. If nobody submits something for it, a review of mine will run.

For those who don’t know, Saturdays feature reviews by my son, Scott Tipple. This coming Saturday he reviews a graphic novel that features Batman.

Next Sunday, the 16^th, is already claimed as author Lori Robbins will be on the blog. She will be discussing her new book, Murder in Second Position: An On Pointe Mystery.

You could be a guest as well. If you are interested check out the guidelines on the blog at https://kevintipplescorner.blogspot.com/2021/12/want-to-be-guest.html

 
By the way, if you like what we do here, we really need your support. Please like and share the posts on your social media channels. I’d love to see more comments. Especially on guest posts. I am sure that the comment moderation deters some folks, but it is in place because of scummy spammers. I am sorry it is necessary and do everything I can to not leave folks hanging. Blogger does not always tell me in a timely manner.

It would also help right now if you would vote for the blog at the annual poll. I had no intention of putting the blog up again, but was talked into doing so. As of right now, there are seven review sites running as Kevin's Cover attempts to defend the first place crown. Currently the blog remains in second place behind the mega site, I Smell Sheep. If you like what we do on Kevin's Corner, please consider voting for us at https://critters.org/predpoll/reviewsite.shtml  

After you vote, please be sure to respond to the confirmation email to verify your vote. Thank you.

Want To Be A Guest?

 

For those interested, I welcome guest posts or blogs on my blog. The open days are currently Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. I usually run excerpts from published or about to be published works on Sundays as they seem to work best on those days.

 

Topic--pretty much anything goes. While my blog is mainly aimed towards items of interest for readers and writers of mystery and crime fiction, I am open to pretty much anything. I do ask that folks avoid the topics of religion and politics unless either or both directly relate to the work being discussed or promoted.

 

Word Count: Totally up to you. I do not set a maximum or a minimum word count.

 

This is, as always, a non paying opportunity. Yes, I value your work. I also have no income other than SSD (and that is just a few hundred each month) and am supporting this old house as well as us on what little I inherited when my Mom passed.

 

While I have no funds to pay you, I can promise to promote the heck out of your appearance. You will be seen. I can not promise a certain number of sales, but most guests do see a spike in their sales. Guests who are on the blog on a semi regular basis do far better than one off appearances, but everyone does see an impact.

Want To Be A Guest?

For those interested, I welcome guest posts or blogs on my blog. The open days are currently Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. I usually run excerpts from published or about to be published works on Sundays as they seem to work best on those days. 

Topic--pretty much anything goes. While my blog is mainly aimed towards items of interest for readers and writers of mystery and crime fiction, I am open to pretty much anything. I do ask that folks avoid the topics of religion and politics unless either or both directly relate to the work being discussed or promoted.

Word Count: Totally up to you. I do not set a maximum or a minimum word count. 

This is, as always, a non paying opportunity. Yes, I value your work. I also have no income other than SSD (and that is just a few hundred each month) and am supporting this old house on what little I inherited when my Mom passed. 

While I have no funds to pay you, I can promise to promote the heck out of your appearance. You will be seen. I can not promise a certain number of sales, but most guests do see a spike in their sales. Guests who are on the blog on a semi regular basis do far better than one off appearances, but everyone does see an impact.