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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HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
Master of Music - Marla Himeda
Book 1 of a unique,
inspirational fantasy series!
Amazon
PWF for Women 40+
Paranormal Women's Fiction -
NEW SERIES!
books2read.com
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
Children of the Realm
Girl finds mythical origins
in YA urban fantasy
Amazon
The Lost Heir Book 1 and 2
Mash Princess Bride
+ dash of GOT
Amazon
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
danawritesbooks
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
Digging Deep by Dexter Hutt
She can cope with murder -
but what about betrayal?
Amazon
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
2024... Your Year of More
is a meaningful self-help
book for wise readers.
Amazon
Love in the Cupboard
A sweet, clean Catholic Priest
seeks a wife rom-com
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
blogaboutl
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
Captain Polo Saving the Planet
"Eco-adventure comics
for middle graders"
www.alanhesse.com
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
CHARLES DARWIN...
An entertaining learning
resource for curious kids.
www.alanhesse.com
BEHIND THE PICKLE JAR
A fun, relatable,
emotionally powerful read!
Amazon
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Day & Night
A behind the scenes tour
and evening immersion!
Amazon
SeaMouse Builds a Boat
Mouse must find EVERYTHING he
needs to BUILD his boat.
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
Guiding Kids Through Anger
Parenting chaos
meets humor therapy
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Into The Shadows
Journey from naïve university
student to a great spy.
marinemoments.uk
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
Crossing Borders
American memoir on prospects
for peace in Palestine/Israel
christabruhn.com
No Death in Finding Nemo
Stories of mundane lives which
change in surprising ways
www.jeffreyfeingold.com
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
The Antunite Chronicles
An allegory for our time,
a thrillogy for all ages.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams
13 creepy award-winning
stories for a cold, dark night
Amazon
Return to Vienna
How SOE worked to free
Austria from Hitler's grip
Amazon