Poetic Works

VERSES: RHYMES FROM MY HEART

Poems about nature, love, friendship, and memories, paired with artwork—offering a chance to pause, look within, and appreciate everyday life.

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Four Volumes · One Heart

A series that drifts from light, into stillness, into depth — and within.

VERSES Vol. I
Volume I

VERSES

Rhymes From My Heart

A moving collection of poems reflecting on life, emotions, and the world around us. With honesty and depth, these rhymes explore the human experience, offering interpretations shaped by personal insight and heartfelt observation.

Lotuses on still water · glowing skies · drifting mist
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VERSES Vol. II
Volume II

Verses: Poetic Potpourri

Everyday Life, Love, and Memory

A heartfelt collection of poetry celebrating the beauty of everyday life, love, and memory. From the laughter of children to the stillness of rivers, these poems capture the emotions and experiences that shape who we are.

Sunset lakes · golden hours · birds taking flight
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VERSES Vol. III
Volume III

Verses: Rhythmic Visions

Life, Memory, and Reflection

Michael explores the quiet beauty found in everyday moments, the warmth of friendship, the strength gained through life's challenges, and the simple joys that remind us what truly matters.

Storm-lit horizons · silhouettes · the depths within
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VERSES Vol. IV: Visions Within
Volume IV

Verses: Visions Within

Love, Memory, and the Spirit Within

Heartfelt reflections on family and friendship, the beauty of nature, the sadness of loss, and the wisdom and gratitude that come with passing years — paired with colorful, dreamlike abstract artwork and a celebration of the enduring spirit within us.

Sunset skies · distant mountains · birds on the wind
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A Taste of the Books

Sample Poems

Four poems from the VERSES collection, shown with the artwork they're paired with in the books.

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— Michael Riger
"Through rhyme and verse… I share not only what I see in the world around me… but also the thoughts and emotions that live within."
— Michael Riger
★★★★★
“Sincere in tone, musical in form, this book speaks from the heart.”
— Asher Syed for Readers’ Favorite,
reviewing Volume III: Rhythmic Visions
Reader Reflections

What Readers Are Saying

“Raw, real, and deeply moving. There's a refreshing honesty in Michael Riger's writing. His poetry captures everyday emotions with such grace and vulnerability.”

— James T.

“Poetry that resonates long after you turn the page. Riger's ability to express deep truths in a relatable and rhythmic way makes this a must-read.”

— Danielle R.

“Each poem in VERSES feels like a quiet conversation with a close friend. Riger's words are simple, yet profound — touching on themes of love, healing, and self-reflection.”

— Sandra L.
Michael Riger
The Poet

About Michael Riger

Michael Riger’s story begins in Binghamton, in upstate New York, where the changing seasons, the hills and rivers, and the people who shaped his early years left an impression that has never faded. After his education and military service, he made his home in Maryland, but those roots still run through everything he writes.

For Michael, poetry is a way of holding on to what matters most. Family, friendship, nature, and memories find their way into his poems again and again: birds greeting the morning, an autumn day in full color, a quiet moment with someone he loves. With a natural gift for rhythm and rhyme, he writes verses that invite readers to slow down, look within, and recognize pieces of their own lives in his words.