My brother is an addict also, and has been in & out of jail & prison over the past 10 years. I would enjoy reading his work. My brother is an amazing artist, so much potential there if he could focus on art like he focuses on finding a way to get his next rock.
I wanted to let you know I know what it's like to worry about a brother's safety in prison, and I know exactly what you mean about not "having to worry" when they're locked up. It's actually a relief for me & my parents when he is incarcerated - we know he is not sleeping under a bridge, we know he is alive, eating, and clean.
Sending a virtual hug,
Heather