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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The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
THE WORD GOBBLERS
A handbook for parents whose
children struggle to read
by Catherine Matthias
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
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From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
Why Alaska?
An immigrant's tale in
the last frontier of America
The State I Came To Love
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon