Does everyone know that we have our very own "Ol' Blue Eyes'?

As well as being 'the nicest guy you can imagine', as Janice says, Frank has the bluest eyes I've ever seen!

Congratulations (and adoration from the two of us, at least! ;))

It's marvellous news! And well done to all the finalists too.

Jayne

Congrats, Frank!

Warm and well-deserved congratulations, Frank, and to the finalists and honorable mentions as well.

John

Congratulations, Frank! Wonderful news!

Congratulations to Frank and the finalists, and to the honorables among whom I am thrilled to appear!

And much gratitude to Alex for all he does for poetry and poets.

Best,
Jean

P.S. After clicking on "Read More" at the official announcement site, and reading the sample poems, I'm editing in to offer more specific praise. "Pacific Drift," in particular, is just a magnificent poem, and makes me eager to read more.

Frank -- what great news! I couldn't be happier for you.

David R.

Congrats to Frank and all the finalists! A "must have" book.

Ed

Congratulations to all those mentioned.

And special congratulations to Frank for his hat-trick (this one, together with wins in both the New Statesman and the Spectator).

Wonderful news, Frank. Congratulations to you, the finalists and the honorably mentioned.

Echoing all sentiments above! Yay, Frank! And huzzah to Alex for all his hard work!