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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MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
1066 WHAT FATES IMPOSE
An epic struggle for
the English Crown
by G. K. Holloway
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
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A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
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The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
There's a Duck in the House
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Amazon
Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
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Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
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The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
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❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
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Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
www.cloudshillpress.com
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon