Finalists 2022
Below is a list of the 2022 FINALISTS in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. The children's books were read and judged by children in 8 UK primary and secondary schools, the adult books by 2 Reading Groups, 1 in London and 1 in Stockholm. The books were marked according to EDITING, THEME, STYLE, COVER and, in the case of many of the children's books, ILLUSTRATIONS.
The WINNERS will be announced on April 1st, 2023.
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- Category 1: Pre-school picture books
- Category 2: Books for 6 - 8 year olds
- Category 3: Books for 9 - 12 year olds
- Category 4: Books for Teenagers
- Category 5: Books for adults (fiction)
- Category 6: Books for Adults (non-fiction)
- Category 7: Audio Book - Children/Young Adult
- Category 8: Audio Book - Adult
- Category 9: Best Book Cover - Children/Young Adult
- Category 10: Best Book Cover - Adult
- Red Ribbon Bands
If you happen to be looking for a good read, the readers at The Wishing Shelf Awards thoroughly recommend the following:
Benny the Brave in The First Day Jitters
Author: Julie Anne Penn and Darren Penn
Illustrator: Sergio De Giorgi
The Dragon and the Unicorn: The Magic of Friendship,
Author: Charly Froh
Illustrator: Zuzana Svobodova
Novo, The Space Robot, How to Solve the Mystery of Crying
Author: Charly Froh
Illustrator: Zuzanna Svobodova
Super Kena - A Girl Made Fierce with Hearing Aids
Author: Becky Cymbaluk
Illustrator: Zuzana Svobodova
A Red Ribbon is awarded to a book that did NOT get over 25/35 to be a finalist, but was still very much enjoyed by the readers.
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Somewhere in Yorkshire
A humorous, award-winning,
children’s adventure.
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THE GRAVITY OF LIES
WHAT IF YOUR WHOLE LIFE
WAS BASED ON LIES?
Amazon
In Other Words, Poetic Journey
Explore life through the eyes
of a tireless wanderer
Amazon
Fit to Eat
Empower yourself to age
without chronic diseases.
Amazon
Starr of the Show
SEL shows a new squad how to
shine. MG Reader/School Issues
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Dinosaur Symphony
A Guide to Dinosaurs
and Classical Music
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Nemesis Rising
"Survival comes with a cost
for Sam … his humanity."
Amazon
My Therapy Assistant
Self-Care Journal
& Mood Tracker
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CHARLES DARWIN...
An entertaining learning
resource for curious kids.
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Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
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HUNGRY TRAILS
‘A…culturally rich family
chronicle.’ Kirkus Review
Amazon
FIGHT
Thought-provoking poems encou-
raging us to fight for justice
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The Accidental Boyfriend
Slightly steamy, fake dating,
celebrity young adult romcom
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Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
GRAVE SECRETS-Cassandra Aston
The dark fantasy you've
been waiting for
Amazon
Secrets of The Sealed Forest
Magic awakens in this
modern fantasy adventure.
Amazon
Plague of Flies
A young Latina fights to save
her people and land.
Amazon
WIND
Page-flipping eco-fantasy.
A contemporary Wizard of Oz
Amazon
JOYFUL LIFE PRESS
Books and workbooks that
entertain, support and inspire
www.joyfullifepress.com
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Tuskie’s Travels
Tuskie teaches his crew to
dissolve upsets in 30 seconds!
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Memoir of Millennial Caregiver
A story of caregiving, loss,
and acceptance of the unknown.
Amazon
Beyond the Brink
Teleportation is just the
beginning...
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
MORATURI LOST
Ship lost in Andromeda:
The vet is now Captain!
Amazon
The Girl Who Looked Beyond...
13 yrs old. How can she have
a destiny to save the world?
Amazon
CLOUDY WITH CHANCE OF ANSWERS
"Crazy family. Endless cold
case. Then there's a clue!"
Amazon
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
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Oscar and Friends...
will help you along, sharing
a world where everyone belongs
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A Lady Newspaperman’s Dilemma
Alex’s goal: succeed in the
1926 male world of news
Amazon
A Bloody Hot Summer
Bloody murders occur in 1920s
England during a heatwave
Amazon
Winds of Discontent
Gun running, investigative
reporter and Yvonne
Amazon
Pebbles and the Biggest Number
A butterfly’s quest to
find the largest number
Amazon
In the Shadows of Castles
A story of love, hope and
survival in a time of war.
Amazon
When Secrets Come to Light
A novel of love, mystery
friendships, and murder
www.georgerhopkins.com
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
Of the Noble and Great Ones
Real fiction about an autistic
teen who figures out life
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Whispers of the Gone
A Realm and Elven Saga
for the curious adventurer.
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Harmony Dances On
Helping children navigate the
journey through grief
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
Love in Another Time
Is love stronger than the
secret of two women?
Amazon
Discovery of Elizabeth Sawyer
The ‘Witch of Edmonton’
overturns Jacobean London
www.jonathanvischer.com
How We Healed
A vivid family saga and an
unforgettable healing odyssey
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
A NATION is on the brink...
Only 1 woman can stop it
Amazon
Kingdom of Trung Trung Karmo
A fast-paced adventure
for middle graders
Amazon
CHILDREN OF HORSESHOE HIDEOUT
A modern day Boxcar Children,
loved the world over
Amazon
The Nephilem
A Sun-soaked setting
with a difference.
www.exquil.com
Farseeker
A multi-award-winning
sci-fi fantasy adventure
Amazon
RAIN FALLING ON EMBERS
A grieving, fish out of water
teen struggles to survive.
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The Boy and the Jaguar
A magical Mayan tale
for middle-grade readers.
Amazon
NUDGES FROM THE OTHER SIDE
Must-read for those who grieve
or curious about the afterlife
Amazon
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Find easy to understand
answers, top tips & more.
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Puppy Pals and Puppy Tales
Letters from the family
dog’s point of view, 5-9 yrs.
Amazon
CHILDREN OF HORSESHOE HIDEOUT
A modern day Boxcar Children,
loved the world over
Amazon
LIKE A HERO
Being a superhero WITHOUT
powers is never easy!
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