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.
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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)
- 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 GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
THE SHADOW MAN
Spooky Clever Romantic
YA paranormal murder mystery
Amazon
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
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The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
books2read.com
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
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The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
SIN EATER
A unique, funny, and
emotional novel for YA
Amazon
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Nick and the First Alphabet
Growing up, new powers,
friends, and adventures.
Amazon
RAVEN'S GRAVE Charlotte Stuart
Betrayal and death in
an Alaskan Tlingit village.
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon