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 Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
DOWN TO EARTH
Master the art of combining
logic with intuition
Amazon
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Steve's 2 other personalities
wreak havoc all around him
Amazon
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
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Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon