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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1066 WHAT FATES IMPOSE
An epic struggle for
the English Crown
by G. K. Holloway
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
THE PHILOSOPHER & THE ASSASSIN
campus novel, moral
philosophy, and murder mystery
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
ReadHowYouWant
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
Sam & Me & the Hard Pear Tree
A personal account of
a mother’s ultimate loss
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon