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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Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
ADAMS MORGAN FUGUE
a novel
A neighborhood love story
Amazon
Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
GIRARD'S JOURNEY
A SNAIL'S TALE
A heartwarming tale
of finding where you belong
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
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Shadow Apprentice
Fast-paced MG steampunk
with an intrepid girl mechanic
by Linda Browne
MADRA RISING
Dragon YA Fantasy
written by teens for teens
Amazon
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
36
A lyrical, heartbreaking,
hilarious novel about family.
Amazon
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand