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Underdog Titles That Could Take the Prize | Pondering Printz

Underdog Titles That Could Take the Prize | Pondering Printz

Jonathan Hunt,  Nov 17, 2020

Nonfiction works and sequels don’t usually win the Printz, but this year many such books—about a thrilling escape from tragedy, an inspiring refugee story, and more—are serious contenders.

Read 300 Books, Vote for Three | Pondering Printz

Read 300 Books, Vote for Three | Pondering Printz

Jonathan Hunt,  Nov 19, 2019

Jonathan Hunt offers picks for this year's Printz Award—including nonfiction, graphic novels, and books for young teens—and reminds us that serving on award committees isn't for the faint of heart.

Will a Middle Grade Title or a Sequel Win the Printz? | Pondering Printz

Will a Middle Grade Title or a Sequel Win the Printz? | Pondering Printz

Jonathan Hunt,  Nov 21, 2018

The former “Heavy Medal” blogger makes a case for Neal Shusterman’s sequel and points to a strong crop of middle grade titles that might have a chance at the medal.

Advocate This, Not That!

Advocate This, Not That!

Jonathan Hunt,  Jan 02, 2018

Four bold strategies to elevate your school library.
Grand Knowing You

Grand Knowing You

Jonathan Hunt | Blogs,  Jan 31, 2017

It’s been grand knowing you Grand knowing you Grand being your friend. You’ve been kind, loyal, and so generous Right down to the end. Please don’t grieve watching me leave That would be much too painful to stand. It’s been fun Now I must run But it’s been grand, perfectly grand! After much careful thought […]
2018 Newbery Reading List

2018 Newbery Reading List

Jonathan Hunt | Blogs,  Jan 29, 2017

Here are some of the books on my radar for 2018 consideration.  Some of them already have great reviews; some of them are by favorite authors; many of them are nonfiction!  Please weigh in if you’ve read any of them already.  Please also feel free to recommend additional titles in the comments now and throughout […]
Over the Moon

Over the Moon

Jonathan Hunt | Blogs,  Jan 26, 2017

When a committee only recognizes a small handful of books, it goes without saying that various people will be surprised and disappointed by the books that did not get selected.  Nevertheless, when I consider the books this committee did recognize, I’m over the moon. First and foremost, there is THE GIRL WHO DRANK THE MOON.  I loved this […]
Online Mock Newbery Results

Online Mock Newbery Results

Jonathan Hunt | Blogs,  Jan 21, 2017

MEDAL                   HONOR BOOKS                                     These three books clearly distinguished themselves from the pack.  Here are their stats. WOLF HOLLOW . . . 40 (1st) + 20 (2nd) + 22 […]
Online Mock Newbery

Online Mock Newbery

Jonathan Hunt | Blogs,  Jan 17, 2017

We’re doing things a bit differently this year then we have in years past.  Rather than having people post their votes in the comments, we are using an online ballot and you can vote here.  We dithered between two rounds, but opted for a decisive single one.  Voting will close on Friday night, so get […]
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