THE FINAL FIVE: Heavy Medal Mock Newbery 2022 Contenders
The votes were tight and the discussion was strong, but we finally have a final five Heavy Medal Book List. They are, in alphabetical order:
AMBER AND CLAY
JUST LIKE THAT
OPHIE’S GHOSTS
STARFISH
WATERCRESS
Just Like That 
Watercress 
Starfish
These are the five we will discuss in our live Zoom conversation on Friday, January 21 at 1 p.m. EST. There’s still time to sign up, and you’re welcome to attend even If you haven’t read all the books.
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About Emily Mroczek-Bayci
Emily Mroczek (Bayci) is a freelance children’s librarian in the Chicago suburbs. She served on the 2019 Newbery committee. You can reach her at emilyrmroczek@gmail.com.
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Yay! Can’t wait to see you all on Friday!
Excellent list! I hope to read Watercress soon as it sounds very intriguing. Best wishes on the final decision!
I hope to join from Shanghai