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 Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
Where old traditions and
modern change collide.
by John Gonzalez
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
Publishing Questions?
Find easy to understand
answers, top tips & more.
oldmatemedia
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
1066 WHAT FATES IMPOSE
An epic struggle for
the English Crown
by G. K. Holloway
MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
lulu.com
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
blogaboutl
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
MORAL FIBRE
A Lancaster skipper, his crew
and the woman he loves.
by Helena P. Schrader PhD
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
REMEMBER THIS
Award-Winning
Spiritual Masterpiece
Truly life changing!
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service