Winner, 2025 Donald Justice Poetry Prize
“Deftly choreographed, formally various, and deliciously propulsive.”
—Kaveh Akbar
“Full of humor and heart.”
—Erika Meitner
"An intimate and gorgeous portrayal of the Sunshine State.”
—Major Jackson
Finalist, Miller Williams Poetry Prize
“What a virtuosic, surprising, and deeply moving book this is…terrifying and filled with compassion.”
—Gabrielle Calvocoressi
“An eclectic and perfectly crafted debut.”
—Adrian Matejka
“Jocular, erudite, inventive, brash, lyrical, edgy, and smart, smart, smart.”
—Campbell McGrath
“A distinctive collection by a very savvy poet.”
—Billy Collins