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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A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
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CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
THE SIGIL MASTERS
Face-paced and engaging
Young Adult epic fantasy.
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
Shadow Apprentice
Fast-paced MG steampunk
with an intrepid girl mechanic
by Linda Browne
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
The Artificial Elephant
Ghosts. Love. Winter.
Hope. Fantasy / SF stories.
Stories of loss, magic, & hope
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
The Bardic Isles Series
A thought-provoking fantasy
where music is the magic!
Amazon
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ARCHITECT
Dream up towers and
make them stand for good
by Linda Soules
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
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
Moonshot - Rocket Dreams
Great for YA who dream
of rockets and space!
Amazon
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
Amazon
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
Tree Singer
Direct, engaging YA quest with
a delightful focus on family
by Jacci Turner
THE WELL
A cleverly plotted YA fantasy
packed full of suspense.
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
QUACK ALONG WITH ZACK, MACK, A
AND JACK - 3 adventurous ducks
learn to share
A FUN PICTURE BOOK
REMEMBER THIS
Award-Winning
Spiritual Masterpiece
Truly life changing!
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes