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, .
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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:
Free Yourself from Workplace Bullying: Become Bully-Proof and Regain Control of Your Life
Author: Aryanne Oade
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CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
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MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
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CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
The Fungus Among Us
Encourage children to explore
and connect to nature
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
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OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
The Word Gobblers
A handbook for parents with
children struggling to read
by Catherine Matthias
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader
The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
Shadow Apprentice
Fast-paced MG steampunk
with an intrepid girl mechanic
by Linda Browne
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
F. Scott Service
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon