Finalists 2015
Below is a list of the 2015 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, .
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:
Free Yourself from Workplace Bullying: Become Bully-Proof and Regain Control of Your Life
Author: Aryanne Oade
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The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Nick...Lost Temple of Pelias
History, mythology, legends...
unexpected secrets.
Amazon
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
THE SHADOW MAN
Spooky Clever Romantic
YA paranormal murder mystery
Amazon
Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
books2read.com
SIN EATER
A girl with the power to
erase ANY bad memory!
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
1066 WHAT FATES IMPOSE
An epic struggle for
the English Crown
by G. K. Holloway
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
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 encourage & empower
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
ReadHowYouWant
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
MILLIE'S RAINBOW
Beautiful picture book.
Kindness and rainbows.
by Hilary Hawkes
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
Amazon
MADRA RISING
Dragon YA Fantasy
written by teens for teens
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon