Finalists 2014
Below is a list of the 2014 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, 2015.
Jump straight to:
- 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)
- Red Ribbon Bands
If you happen to be looking for a good read, the readers at The Wishing Shelf Awards thoroughly recommend the following:
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THE WORD GOBBLERS
A handbook for parents whose
children struggle to read
by Catherine Matthias
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
The Other Side of Nowhere
A fast-paced page turner
southern gothic horror
by Jack Holt
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
Your Perfect Freelancer HERE!
Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
THE SHADOW MAN
Spooky Clever Romantic
YA paranormal murder mystery
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
FIELDS OF PROSPERIS
"Bingeable space opera, best
complex villains"-ARK Watson
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
Why Alaska?
An immigrant's tale in
the last frontier of America
The State I Came To Love
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes