hi im steve roggenbuck, im a poet + video artist. my work explores (among other things) the new forms that poetry, humor, and spirituality might take on the internet. my work has been covered by rolling stone, npr, the new yorker, the fader, the atlantic, know your meme, gawker, the guardian, and the ny times style mag. i recently started boost house, a publisher and arts residency. i currently live vegan and sober in maine.

INTERNET WORK
i'm known most for my videos. my favorite work is collected in these playlists: best of 2014, best of 2013, best of 2012, or best of 2011. sometimes i post other media on my tumblr blog live my lief, and on twitter, facebook, and instagram.

BOOKS
i've published four short poetry collections, which are all available to read online for free. my 2012 book is also available to buy in print. my work as an editor has included this walt whitman book, and co-editing this poetry anthology.

EVENTS
i do about 50 live shows per year, a combination of DIY shows, university readings, and workshops. you can see my upcoming dates here, watch live recordings here, or book me here.

SUPPORT
you can pledge a recurring donation to support my videos via patreon, or make a one-time donation here. you can also buy my books and shirts here. if you can book me at your university or something, please get in touch!

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here is an archive of my interviews.
in 2010-11 i kept this old blog of essays and reviews.
i was the original creator of INTERNET POETRY.
in 2010 i made this video about veganism.
back in 2005-07 i was in some death metal bands.

CONTACT
my email is steveroggenbuck at gmail.com.
often i respond to twitter @-mentions too.

i'm usually busy and disorganized, but i apreciate any effort to connect.
if i don't respond, please feel free to send again!

thank you very much :)