In this raw debut collection, A Footnote for Tomorrow, Indiana poet James F. Miller II lays bare the chaos of addiction’s grip—drug and alcohol battles waged across America’s back roads in the 2000s. Follow the daily turmoil. Experience the highs that deceive. Endure the withdrawals that break. Face the relapses that haunt. There is also the quiet pull away from a society that watches but doesn’t see. No easy redemption here—just unflinching verses that witness the fall from grace and the stubborn spark of survival. If you’ve wrestled with your own demons or watched loved ones disappear into the shadows, these poems recognize your fight. Discover the path to recovery not as triumph, but as relentless endurance. Join the dispossessed in finding voice amid the wreckage. 82 pages | Published 2019 (eBook & Print) | Planet Productions Poetry & Press
“Like savages, we feel our way, generation after another, leaving the wreckage for those following behind… but regret does not wash down the drain like the bloodstain and does not soften the bruised shelling that houses tearful struggles of silenced children.” — From “So Many Miles”
Some customer reviews that have been left for A Footnote for Tomorrow on book sales sites:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful Exploration of a Dark Road
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2019
Format: Paperback Verified Purchase: To be so inspired by another’s journey… This beautifully, honest collection of poems has the ability to not only give you a glimpse into the author’s soul, but to also encourage you to examine and explore your own mind’s roads. Couldn’t put it down, and I can’t wait to share this experience with others.
4.0 out of 5 stars Raw emotions
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2020
Format: Kindle Verified Purchase: This collection of poetry by Miller, A Footnote for Tomorrow is a remarkable work of words. The words expressed show the dark emotions and journey of the poet. I enjoyed reading this collection and entering the mind of this prolific poet. Poetry is just a great way to express feelings, even the ones buried deep inside. It’s not always sunshine and rainbows or brooding poets, this one is filled with the experiences of the dark journey, and rebuilding of life. Such a wonderful read. My favorite was “the nightmare stains” which starts with “how can we be alive, when memory encages an artificial high as the ante raises …” I look forward to reading more by this author. This book is a definite recommendation by Amy’s Bookshelf Reviews
Brad Sisson
5.0 out of 5 stars Honest, Brilliant, Magnificent work!
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019
Format: Kindle Verified Purchase: Poetry that speaks to one’s soul. Intellectual, deep, and a pleasure to read. Love the unexpected twists of thoughts, portrayed emotions, and depths reached through these words. I will certainly continue to revisit this collection in an attempt to absorb every nuance of this phenomenal bundle of open soul.
5.0 out of 5 stars Touches the soul.
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2019
Format: Kindle Verified Purchase: A thoughtful, well-written glimpse into the pain of addiction, recovery, and relapse. The author puts his soul on display. I can’t wait for the next collection.
Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Feeling lost there is hope.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2019
Format: Kindle Verified Purchase: Good collection of lost child battles addiction with backsliding.
Through all that, there is hope.
Can’t wait for the next collection!
Lauren Grimmett
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019
Format: Kindle Verified Purchase: I love the brutal, beautiful truth of pain this book puts out. So perfectly written
Destiny Bridwell
4.0 out of 5 stars Dark path of Beauty
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2020
Format: Kindle: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. I have always loved that poetry is an art form of self-expression. The poet here uses it to deal with a rough time in life and shows even in the pain of addiction that something wonderful and beautiful can come from that time period in their life. I had to read these a couple of times but that is just how I read poetry it is not meant to be read just once. I could feel the moments of happiness, but the glimpse of pain and distance from the world in each line.
Nichole Hight (GoodReads)
Feeling lost there is hope.
Good collection of lost child battles addiction with backsliding.
Through all that there is hope.
Can’t wait for next collection!
Billy Stewart (GoodReads)
The most refreshing book of REAL poetry I’ve read in a long time! Keep them coming!
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