Tyler Bieber

Person with short brown hair and clear glasses, smiling, wearing a black button-up shirt, with a blurred background of light brown columns and windows. — Author Tyler Bieber

Tyler Bieber is a writer, historian, and queer higher education professional based in Portland, Oregon. He is the author of Against the Current: Father Tom Oddo and the New American Catholic (Unencumbered Press, 2025), his first major publication. On the UP Blog, Tyler reflects on Father Tom’s legacy, the research process behind the book, and the broader movements that shape Catholic history. His next project turns to Portland poet Hazel Hall, continuing his work at the crossroads of biography, history, and cultural memory. This page gathers Tyler’s posts and features about his work, from archival discoveries to design updates and publishing milestones.

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September 30, 2026

Fall 2026 Updates from Unencumbered Press

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“Solitude isn’t empty—it’s expansive.” Read the fall updates from Unencumbered Press: events, audiobooks, chapbooks, tarot reviews, and behind‑the‑scenes work.

An open chapbook rests on a wooden surface, with a hand holding the bottom corner of the left page. The left page shows a 1921 letter from Hazel Hall, and the right page displays her poem “Late Winter.” A green potted plant sits beside the book in warm natural light.

September 3, 2026

Out Now: “My April Poems by Hazel Hall” Compiled by Tyler Bieber

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Discover the lyrical, attentive poetry of early‑20th‑century Portland poet Hazel Hall!

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August 31, 2026

Introducing Ben Howard, the Voice Behind Against the Current

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We’re thrilled to introduce Ben Howard, the narrator carrying Against the Current into the world!

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July 31, 2026

August 1st | Meet Altered Tarot & Tyler Bieber at Battle Ground Pride

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Showing Up Where It MattersTomorrow, August 1, Pride returns to the Battle Ground Event Center in Washington State, right in the heart of a community that hasn’t always made space for LGBTQ+ people. Battle Ground Pride isn’t just a festival; it’s an act of visibility, joy, and solidarity. r. tanksley & Tyler Bieber getting ready for Battle Ground Pride!This year’s poster is a burst of color, announcing everything you’d hope to see […]

July 5, 2026

We Just Went Live! Help us Reach $1,800 by 7/27

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Unwilling to abandon either his faith or his integrity, Tom Oddo practiced compassionate leadership and embodied a love of learning. Support the audiobook launch today!

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July 2, 2026

From College Presidents to a Mosaic of Father Tom Oddo

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Follow Tyler Bieber’s journey from writing about college presidents to uncovering the remarkable life and legacy of Father Tom Oddo in this reflective, very cool post.