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I Still Believe in Miracles: Poems to Find Meaning in Difficult Times
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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.
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.
129 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 8, 2026
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January 14, 2026
I first came across Lucas the same way most people probably did: doom-scrolling. Then, in a sea of memes, a poem appeared that felt like waking from a coma and recognising reality again. It pulled me out of that braindead, vegetative phone haze and it helped me remember i was alive for a minute.
I sent it straight to my wife but then the algorithm sucked me right back into the brainrot until another poem appeared. Same feeling. After a few of those I started following him, and not long after I’d pre-ordered this book.
It’s the first poetry collection I’ve ever read, and I happened to finish it around my wife and I’s anniversary. Something must have rubbed off on me because it inspired me to write her a poem of my own.
I enjoyed the book but I think I prefer them in video format on his social media pages.
I sent it straight to my wife but then the algorithm sucked me right back into the brainrot until another poem appeared. Same feeling. After a few of those I started following him, and not long after I’d pre-ordered this book.
It’s the first poetry collection I’ve ever read, and I happened to finish it around my wife and I’s anniversary. Something must have rubbed off on me because it inspired me to write her a poem of my own.
I enjoyed the book but I think I prefer them in video format on his social media pages.
January 2, 2026
I was surprised to receive this book way before the publishing date, but I’m glad I did. I always have trouble rating poetry collections, as it is much harder to have the same feeling about a lot of different poems as opposed to one story. I bought this collection because I am thoroughly impressed by the way Jones performs his poetry on Instagram. Some of his best poems are definitely in this book, but I felt like there was a lot of filler material that could have been edited out. Moreover, one or two poems were absolute cringe and just somewhat insulting to the reader. I know they are just not that deep and shouldn’t be taken too seriously, but they annoyed me nonetheless. Nevertheless, Jones has a certain quality that I do admire and enjoy. This collection wasn’t that great, but had some real gems in it. Would recommend if you’re looking for some timely, easy to digest poetry.
January 9, 2026
It’s a honour for me to be the first person to write a GoodReads review of this book (not considering the two people who got to read the book before it was published).
Actually, the book was just published today, and I do not wonder about the reason why I read it so fast. I won’t call it “addictive”, because that’s an adjective for a novel, but once I started reading it I couldn’t stop. And it wasn’t just reading what I did, I pronounced every single word written in there, because you immediately get the rhythm of each and every poem and one can’t help oneself but to sing along.
I first knew about this book coming out through Lucas’ beautiful Instagram account, in which I heard some of these almost cinematographic poems. And I don’t mean cinematographic meaning cliché, but meaning that every poem feels like a perfectly constructed story, a glance into a real world moment, in which we not only see the exterior, but the interior of every character as well. We can see grief, the fear and grief that comes with death (which is a very important theme for me), or sometimes it feels like dejavú, ‘cause one can perfectly recall the reactions one had to the events that appeared on the 2025’ newspapers, which are subtly but meaningfully featured in here.
There is so much more left to say about this book, like an analysis on the character of God, or this loving representation of women and humankind, but at the same time I think that these poems shouldn’t be dissected. They should be lived, singed, shared and reread over and over again -which is just what I’m planning to do. This book is as thrilling, rhythmic, tender and devastating as life itself, and I think it will mark this year of my life.
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Actually, the book was just published today, and I do not wonder about the reason why I read it so fast. I won’t call it “addictive”, because that’s an adjective for a novel, but once I started reading it I couldn’t stop. And it wasn’t just reading what I did, I pronounced every single word written in there, because you immediately get the rhythm of each and every poem and one can’t help oneself but to sing along.
I first knew about this book coming out through Lucas’ beautiful Instagram account, in which I heard some of these almost cinematographic poems. And I don’t mean cinematographic meaning cliché, but meaning that every poem feels like a perfectly constructed story, a glance into a real world moment, in which we not only see the exterior, but the interior of every character as well. We can see grief, the fear and grief that comes with death (which is a very important theme for me), or sometimes it feels like dejavú, ‘cause one can perfectly recall the reactions one had to the events that appeared on the 2025’ newspapers, which are subtly but meaningfully featured in here.
There is so much more left to say about this book, like an analysis on the character of God, or this loving representation of women and humankind, but at the same time I think that these poems shouldn’t be dissected. They should be lived, singed, shared and reread over and over again -which is just what I’m planning to do. This book is as thrilling, rhythmic, tender and devastating as life itself, and I think it will mark this year of my life.
🍂🫂🫀🫁🪻🌌⚰️🪬
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I've got about 20 years on Lucas Jones, and for some of this collection, that gap was clear. But as a college professor who spends a lot of time helping people in their 20s navigate life, the themes hit closer than you might expect — grief, love and connection don't really care how much life you've lived. These themes are universal.
Grief is the thread that runs through much of this collection, and a few poems made me cry. A few made me glad I'm not in my 20s, or dating. More than a few made me glad Jones is thinking and talking about what it means to be a good man. That's not nothing, especially right now.
Not every poem landed for me, but the ones that didn't were still interesting and thoughtful.
Romance is my usual territory, but I picked up this ARC during National Poetry Month and it was worth the detour. This collection was previously published in the UK and arrives for US readers in July 2026. Before you read it, do yourself a favor and follow Jones on social media. Hearing him perform these poems is its own experience, and it'll change how you read them on the page.
Grief is the thread that runs through much of this collection, and a few poems made me cry. A few made me glad I'm not in my 20s, or dating. More than a few made me glad Jones is thinking and talking about what it means to be a good man. That's not nothing, especially right now.
Not every poem landed for me, but the ones that didn't were still interesting and thoughtful.
Romance is my usual territory, but I picked up this ARC during National Poetry Month and it was worth the detour. This collection was previously published in the UK and arrives for US readers in July 2026. Before you read it, do yourself a favor and follow Jones on social media. Hearing him perform these poems is its own experience, and it'll change how you read them on the page.
May 30, 2026
The frist poetry I ever bought, and i was not disappointed.
Not all poems were for me, but neither is every episode from my favourite tv show or every chapter in my favourite book series. It made me think and smile.
I'm happy to have it on the shelf and to go through every once in a while.
Not all poems were for me, but neither is every episode from my favourite tv show or every chapter in my favourite book series. It made me think and smile.
I'm happy to have it on the shelf and to go through every once in a while.
April 8, 2026
4,5⭐️
Poetry has always been a form of art that reaches deep into my heart and soul. It can be empowering, wrecking, all-consuming, relatable, touching, emotional, freeing and so much more.
I found Lucas the same way many of you probably did, by doomscrolling. I came across one of his poems, “Not All Men,” and it settled somewhere deep inside of me. From that moment on, I started following him and listening to every poem he shared.
He explores themes that feel incredibly relevant in today’s world, such as mental health, grief, love, faith, conflict, masculinity, and connection.
Lucas’ poems are deeply impactful, and I truly recommend everyone give them a read, or a listen. Some will lift you up, some will brighten your day, but others will sit heavier, carrying a weight and message that stays with you. They’re not always pretty… But they are necessary.
One poem in particular left me completely still after reading it, “You can’t be a victim forever.” It’s raw, confronting, and painfully beautiful. It’s impossible not to think about the world we’re living in while reading it, the pain, the injustice, the cycles we can’t seem to break. It hurts… but it also feels important to sit with that discomfort.
Sometimes, this is exactly what poetry is meant to do.
Poetry has always been a form of art that reaches deep into my heart and soul. It can be empowering, wrecking, all-consuming, relatable, touching, emotional, freeing and so much more.
I found Lucas the same way many of you probably did, by doomscrolling. I came across one of his poems, “Not All Men,” and it settled somewhere deep inside of me. From that moment on, I started following him and listening to every poem he shared.
He explores themes that feel incredibly relevant in today’s world, such as mental health, grief, love, faith, conflict, masculinity, and connection.
Lucas’ poems are deeply impactful, and I truly recommend everyone give them a read, or a listen. Some will lift you up, some will brighten your day, but others will sit heavier, carrying a weight and message that stays with you. They’re not always pretty… But they are necessary.
One poem in particular left me completely still after reading it, “You can’t be a victim forever.” It’s raw, confronting, and painfully beautiful. It’s impossible not to think about the world we’re living in while reading it, the pain, the injustice, the cycles we can’t seem to break. It hurts… but it also feels important to sit with that discomfort.
Sometimes, this is exactly what poetry is meant to do.
February 16, 2026
I was served what I ordered, and I enjoyed every bite.
April 11, 2026
I listened to the audiobook in one sitting and cried my way through the acknowledgments, so do with that what you will. You’ll be finding the physical copy on my coffee table until further notice.
March 4, 2026
Absolutely stunning. Listened on Spotify because the way he narrates is incredibly beautiful. Cant recommend enough
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January 8, 2026blessed are we who know our name ❤️
July 3, 2026
I think, like many others, I’ve found Lucas Jones somewhere scrolling on a social media platform. If I recall correctly, it was the poem I’m doing this thing where I’m pretending to be nice to women and I just stopped and listened to the whole thing and ordered the book right after. It was a worthy investment and I’m really happy to add this to my poetry collection.
February 26, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
July 25, 2026
I was looking forward to this as I enjoyed this author's poems featured on social media.
Since poetry is so close to one's heart, it is difficult for me to rate this and feel as if I was being fair in doing so. I did enjoy many of the longer poems, especially those discussing faith and God. Those were the best ones in both technique and content. Most of it wasn't for me, though. Some of them I just couldn't connect with, like the one-liner about dating: "We went for dinner and I was weird."
Idk, maybe this new wave of poetry is just something I can't connect with.
Since poetry is so close to one's heart, it is difficult for me to rate this and feel as if I was being fair in doing so. I did enjoy many of the longer poems, especially those discussing faith and God. Those were the best ones in both technique and content. Most of it wasn't for me, though. Some of them I just couldn't connect with, like the one-liner about dating: "We went for dinner and I was weird."
Idk, maybe this new wave of poetry is just something I can't connect with.
February 19, 2026
Poetry is so subjective and I know that each of these pages can be interpreted in so many different ways.
Personally, I found so many beautiful snippets that really resonated with me. I think Lucas Jones is a lyrical genius and I’m not too proud to say some of these poems hit me like a train and I didn’t even realise tears were rolling down my cheek.
I’ve always been a sensitive soul, but I no longer see that as a weakness, I know it’s a strength.
Personally, I found so many beautiful snippets that really resonated with me. I think Lucas Jones is a lyrical genius and I’m not too proud to say some of these poems hit me like a train and I didn’t even realise tears were rolling down my cheek.
I’ve always been a sensitive soul, but I no longer see that as a weakness, I know it’s a strength.
May 21, 2026
1,5/5 stars
Now I didn't hate this, but it just felt so performative to me. I don't really belive anything Jones writtes and I don't even know if he belives it himself. This was overall just a big let down for me.
Now I didn't hate this, but it just felt so performative to me. I don't really belive anything Jones writtes and I don't even know if he belives it himself. This was overall just a big let down for me.
September 15, 2026
Like many, I imagine, I stumbled across Lucus Jones on Instagram, reading to camera one of his poems. The world stopped as I watched it, then watched it again.
Who was this guy?! I'm not into poetry. But I needed more of his words. And that's how it's been with his work ever since.
I bought a special signed copy of this book. I don't know if it says anything to you, but I don't buy poetry books, much less spend extra on them than necessary. But to support his work, this felt very worthwhile.
These poems capture the core of human experiences (grief, love, fear, injustice) in a contemporary voice infused with compassion, depth, and a kind of casualness that feels completely natural. He questions, he argues, he surrenders. And throughout his work, there is a sensitive masculinity, combined with a strength and authenticity, that really stands out in a world trying to sell an alternative vision of what it is to be a man.
As someone who questions, who thinks about the bigger subjects in life a lot, who can feel the worlds beauty and its injustices all at once and someone who feels *that* deeply...
There is something incredibly comforting about finding that experience in another person’s words.
Beautiful work, and a book I already know I’ll be returning to again and again.
Who was this guy?! I'm not into poetry. But I needed more of his words. And that's how it's been with his work ever since.
I bought a special signed copy of this book. I don't know if it says anything to you, but I don't buy poetry books, much less spend extra on them than necessary. But to support his work, this felt very worthwhile.
These poems capture the core of human experiences (grief, love, fear, injustice) in a contemporary voice infused with compassion, depth, and a kind of casualness that feels completely natural. He questions, he argues, he surrenders. And throughout his work, there is a sensitive masculinity, combined with a strength and authenticity, that really stands out in a world trying to sell an alternative vision of what it is to be a man.
As someone who questions, who thinks about the bigger subjects in life a lot, who can feel the worlds beauty and its injustices all at once and someone who feels *that* deeply...
There is something incredibly comforting about finding that experience in another person’s words.
Beautiful work, and a book I already know I’ll be returning to again and again.
May 24, 2026
Timely and very relatable collection of poems. Lucas Jones addresses a lot of relevant issues here like mental health, societal apathy, toxic masculinity, and modern love. I think a lot of folks, particularly younger ones, will connect with this collection and I’m excited to see poetry brought to social media. The poems are brave, honest, and vulnerable. I didn’t find the writing to be particularly strong but I don’t think it was intended to be—it felt like relatability was the goal, and it was achieved here. I prefer a little more depth and elegance, but I do think this will be enjoyed by many.
Thank you to Union Square & Co and NetGalley for providing an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to Union Square & Co and NetGalley for providing an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
October 24, 2026
This book took two months to get here because they were having trouble shipping it out of the UK. Within like five poems my anger at that completely dissipated because it was SO WORTH IT!I love his style of poetry.
I had discovered him on Instagram and because of that, I could hear him saying the poems as I was reading them and it was just so beautiful. This poetry book is definitely a 5/5 for me.
I loved how even through the difficult topics and sad moments there was always an air of optimism (which was the entire point of the book, I know), and I haven't experienced that in any contemporary poetry books I've read. This is a beautiful work and I would def reread this again and again!
I had discovered him on Instagram and because of that, I could hear him saying the poems as I was reading them and it was just so beautiful. This poetry book is definitely a 5/5 for me.
I loved how even through the difficult topics and sad moments there was always an air of optimism (which was the entire point of the book, I know), and I haven't experienced that in any contemporary poetry books I've read. This is a beautiful work and I would def reread this again and again!
January 17, 2026
I am pretty new to poetry, apart from a bit of Carol Ann Duffy during my GCSEs but I’ve loved the bits that Lucas has posted and was looking forward to this release. I bought the audiobook so I can hear him say it in his words and I loved it. I feel like he aligns with what I’m feeling at the moment and for someone that is very new to Poetry this really made me ‘feel’ which is all I think you need from any creative outlet. Loved it and I want to buy the book now as well
August 17, 2026
I would say I like his work and def slowly becoming my fav poet. Nonetheless I don’t like how forced the theme of this book was. I won’t say poems that try to force happy endings are my thing but there were honestly some real gems in the collection so I’d say def worth the read.
January 31, 2026
Beautiful. Love love love!!
March 1, 2026
5⭐️
What a beautiful view of the world. Didn’t know I needed this
What a beautiful view of the world. Didn’t know I needed this
August 9, 2026
So grateful for my dad buying and sending me this book 🥹 I adore his poetry videos and the book was just as amazing.
October 27, 2026
Lovely audiobook narration of this poetry; kept me sane at a time of upheaval.
August 1, 2026
WOW. I had heard a few of his poems and was blown away, so I decided to dive into his book! It was so so good from beginning to end, with each poem being both satisfying and soul quenching. Protect this book at all costs. 5/5 ⭐️
February 4, 2026
This is my favourite poet of all time!
I have read a lot of poems of many epochs and his style has something special I never read before! I felt all possible emotions, a human being is able feel, reading through this book!
Please read this!!!
I have read a lot of poems of many epochs and his style has something special I never read before! I felt all possible emotions, a human being is able feel, reading through this book!
Please read this!!!
September 24, 2026
i won’t be adding any more of his books to my poetry Tsundoku pile.
Maybe Mary Oliver is more my style.
And I’m not tryna bring down the fans,
cos it’s cool they way he speaks to the man, and his words can give comfort and hope,
but nah, they wouldn’t help me cope,
Then I guess i’m not a 30 yo guy and
I have no trouble letting myself cry
But maybe I’d say if you are, and in grief
Maybe his rhyming could bring some relief.
Lucas Jones actor, model, million selling poetry collection… some people get the breaks, and the looks and the voice.
Who am I to give a low grade to this book - after all Lucas is instagram famous and his works on grief have touched many lives. I have quite enjoyed a few of his poems on video - although I’d describe them as millennial-sentimental. They’re easy to relate to in easy rhyme and with his cadence and flow it makes a good reel with the beautiful images of a lovely life alongside. If schmaltz was a millennial, it would be something like this. And people need this - something to hold on to, and people who “get it”
However as a poetry collection, this didn’t really grab me. (Maybe sour grapes - no one is making me instagram famous or publishing my poetry).
But the written form of the words was just not enough without the delivery - and in the case of many of the themes covered, I see other poets who go deeper, say more, describe reality with more feeling, and lived experience, on a regular basis on the London scene. So, I’m not denying there are some nice poems here but the style and tone was just a bit repetitive. If you need to write “tryna” I dunno… call me old fashioned.
I await the same mediocre responses to my own million selling poetry collection 😂 yeah, I still believe in miracles. And in the meantime, I’ll keep watching Lucas, who is now so famous he’s been parodied, but I won’t buy any more of his books
Maybe Mary Oliver is more my style.
And I’m not tryna bring down the fans,
cos it’s cool they way he speaks to the man, and his words can give comfort and hope,
but nah, they wouldn’t help me cope,
Then I guess i’m not a 30 yo guy and
I have no trouble letting myself cry
But maybe I’d say if you are, and in grief
Maybe his rhyming could bring some relief.
Lucas Jones actor, model, million selling poetry collection… some people get the breaks, and the looks and the voice.
Who am I to give a low grade to this book - after all Lucas is instagram famous and his works on grief have touched many lives. I have quite enjoyed a few of his poems on video - although I’d describe them as millennial-sentimental. They’re easy to relate to in easy rhyme and with his cadence and flow it makes a good reel with the beautiful images of a lovely life alongside. If schmaltz was a millennial, it would be something like this. And people need this - something to hold on to, and people who “get it”
However as a poetry collection, this didn’t really grab me. (Maybe sour grapes - no one is making me instagram famous or publishing my poetry).
But the written form of the words was just not enough without the delivery - and in the case of many of the themes covered, I see other poets who go deeper, say more, describe reality with more feeling, and lived experience, on a regular basis on the London scene. So, I’m not denying there are some nice poems here but the style and tone was just a bit repetitive. If you need to write “tryna” I dunno… call me old fashioned.
I await the same mediocre responses to my own million selling poetry collection 😂 yeah, I still believe in miracles. And in the meantime, I’ll keep watching Lucas, who is now so famous he’s been parodied, but I won’t buy any more of his books
October 18, 2026
why me?
no, who else would you send?
why me?
'cos we needed a volunteer
and the next time someone is
on the brink or on the bridge
or on the edge or in the depths
and asks Has anyone here made it out?
does anyone here know about pain?
you will raise your hand in the air and say
“Why? Me.”
no, who else would you send?
why me?
'cos we needed a volunteer
and the next time someone is
on the brink or on the bridge
or on the edge or in the depths
and asks Has anyone here made it out?
does anyone here know about pain?
you will raise your hand in the air and say
“Why? Me.”
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