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
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Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
Shadow Apprentice
Fast-paced MG steampunk
with an intrepid girl mechanic
by Linda Browne
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
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Editors, Layout Designs
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BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
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Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
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THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
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Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
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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
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
DOWN TO EARTH
Master the art of combining
logic with intuition
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
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