Tucker Riggleman Poetry

06/02/2026

My latest Substack post examines the creative spaces that have impacted me as a person and as an artist. Sadly, many of these locations are struggling to keep the doors open.

I only send one post to your inbox a month from my Substack. It’s a nice way for me to share creative writing with you in a low-stakes way. It’s also a great way to keep up with readings, music performances, publishing news, and more.

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05/16/2026

Happening today from 11-1 at the Fairmont library! I won’t be there, but my books will be + tons of other local authors. Stop by!

📚 Don't forget to join us at the Fairmont branch TOMORROW Saturday, May 16, for a day of discovery with talented local WV authors! Explore everything from children’s books and fiction to horror, true crime, non-fiction, and more. Meet the authors, chat about their work, purchase books, and get them signed!

Plus, visit each author table to collect stamps for a chance to win a Reading Raffle Basket! 🎉

Featured authors include:
• Jim Antonini
• S. L. Baron
• Cathy Bonnstetter
• Prezzley Buckhannon
• Randa Cook
• George P. Davis III
• Kathleen Guire
• R. S. Gunn
• Tucker Riggleman
• W. C. Robertson
• Diana Pishner Walker
• Tayler Wright

⭐ Special guest appearance by the developer of the Story Shelf App!

Bring your friends, meet local writers, and celebrate the joy of reading with us. We hope to see you there!

05/10/2026

Stop by the Fairmont branch of the Marion county Library next Saturday, May 16th for their author showcase from 11-1!

Unfortunately, I can’t be there in person because I’ll be headed to Huntington to perform at the West Virginia premiere of the new Jason Molina documentary, BUT my books will be available for sale thanks to my pal Jim Antonini. Make sure to stop by and check out all of the books from local writers!

05/07/2026

I received my contributor copy of the new Kestrel: A Journal of Literature and Art issue and it is a stunner! Honored to have a poem about Fairmont included. I’ll let you know once these are available for the public so you can read all of the incredible work and check out all of the lovely artwork.

I also just received some more exciting publishing news that I’ll be sharing very soon. It’s been a good year for getting new pieces out there into the world!

I’m celebrating these wins by running 20% off both of my books with code SPRING now through June 1st when you get a book directly from me online. I’ll even sign it for you! Link below 👇

05/05/2026

I’ll be selling books alongside my writing buddy Jim Antonini this Saturday from 11-4 at Apothecary in Morgantown!

04/24/2026

Both of my books will be available during this market tomorrow at the rail trail in Morgantown!

Thanks to my talented writer pal Jim Antonini for having them on his table. Go check out all of the great books he’s got including his own, mine, and some from Geoff Fuller and Sarah McLaughlin!

04/22/2026

I’ll be reading poetry as part of the Artists in the Heart of Appalachia exhibit showcase next Tuesday, April 28th at 6 p.m. at the Mon Arts Center in Morgantown!

This celebration of artists is part of the WVU Bridging Innovations week and is free to attend. Registration is preferred (check the comments below). Thanks to the West Virginia Creative Network for the invite!

04/16/2026

New monthly Substack post is up!

Find out about some new poems, new music, an upcoming tribute show, and a lot of talk about ghosts.

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https://tuckerriggleman.substack.com/p/ghosts-and-cut-grass

04/01/2026

I’m very honored to have two brand new poems kicking off the wonderful new issue of Pictura Journal that is out today in both digital and print!

I am very proud of these poems. Thank you for taking the time to check them out, and thank you to Pictura for giving them a home.

Pictura curates poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, book reviews, and art into high-quality, must-read volumes. Make sure you check out the free digital version and/or pick up a print copy to support the amazing work they’re doing!

https://picturajournal.com

03/04/2026

Friday!!

This ! Stompin' and Stampin'! Tucker Riggleman will be playing handcrafted, authentic Rock N' Roll, and reading some of his organic, fully-homegrown poetry! We'll also be making stamps! Come by and enjoy and create! See you THIS FRIDAY!