It has been an exciting Round One in this year's SLJ's Battle of the Books. There have been surprises, excellent commentary (mostly from Kid Commentator RGN), and some disappointments. My favorite, The Crossover, was knocked out in this round, but I have hopes it will come back from the dead for the final. My favorite judge's decision was this one from Rachel Hartman.
Here are the books moving on to Round Two:
Here are the books moving on to Round Two:
I have zero strategy for picking winners in this competition. I just like to see my favorites last as long as possible. That being the case I would like to see Round 2 end with these winners: Brown Girl Dreaming, El Deafo, The Port Chicago 50, and This one Summer.
As far as judges go, I'm most looking forward to reading Elizabeth Wein's decision. Because I will read anything she writes.
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