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I Still Believe in Miracles

Poems to Find Meaning in Difficult Times

A collection of powerful contemporary poetry exploring themes of masculinity, love, grief and connection, from British poet and viral phenomenon Lucas Jones.

'You're here to make
All the wonder make sense
You're not the life -
You're the living itself'


How do you respond to fear, grief, heartbreak, war, loss, injustice and a world that seems more divided and lost than ever? Poet Lucas Jones explores how we search for meaning in difficult times in this remarkable homage to the beautiful humanity of choosing to love despite it all.

Powerful, uplifting and authentic, these are poems to remind you that there is profound and unwavering hope.

Lucas Jones speaks to today’s world with on-the-pulse precision and yet the strength and wisdom of a thousand-year-old soul. He cuts through the most difficult topics with a sharp tongue and reveals the softness within. He is a one-off, a genius, a master of thought and communication. And we very much need his light. Lucas Jones’s words will help you to heal. Let them cut you open and stitch you back up again, but better

Donna Ashworth, author of I WISH I KNEW

About Lucas Jones

Lucas Jones is a London-based actor and poet whose work captures the cultural moment with precision and relevance. Writing in real time through social media, Lucas explores themes of masculinity, love, grief and connection, offering a perspective that feels both thoughtful and immediate. In addition to his poetry, Lucas has earned recognition as an actor across many film and TV projects and for his work as a director and screenplay writer.
Details
  • Imprint: Ebury Press
  • ISBN: 9781529971491
  • Length: 144 pages
  • Price: £16.99
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