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 GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
Nick...Lost Temple of Pelias
History, mythology, legends...
unexpected secrets.
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
THE SANDS OF DEE
A moving WW2 evacuee
adventure for Middle Grade.
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
The Scrivener's Apprentice
Words have power.
Especially hers.
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Irish Famine Novel
My novel Hungry Trails
celebrates family resilience
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
The Word Gobblers
A handbook for parents with
children struggling to read
by Catherine Matthias
MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
THE WELL
A cleverly plotted YA fantasy
packed full of suspense.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
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Tree Singer
Direct, engaging YA quest with
a delightful focus on family
by Jacci Turner
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
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
The Jumperell
A mysterious Jumperell
and a clever frog
Amazon
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
Nick and the First Alphabet
Growing up, new powers,
friends, and adventures.
Amazon