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:
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Grumpy Gnome
A funny, cozy, and
award-winning picture book.
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
Pause... and Effect
A sun-kissed journey through
menopause and beyond.
Amazon
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
PRESCHOOL MATH WORKBOOK
Large print, count, trace, add
subtract & more, ages 3-5
LEARN NUMBERS 0-10
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
SNOTASAURUS REX!
A Sniffy, Sneezy, Snotty Story
Perfect for children aged 3–7
by Stuart Reid
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
The Little Worm Trilogy:
A Child's Poetic Journey of
Curiosity, Change & Friendship
by Omar Duran
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
The Gollogans in Winter
An Irish Woodland Adventure
of Friendship and Discovery
by Helen O'Sullivan
The Artificial Elephant
Ghosts. Love. Winter.
Hope. Fantasy / SF stories.
Stories of loss, magic, & hope
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
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MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
REMEMBER THIS
Award-Winning
Spiritual Masterpiece
Truly life changing!
THE SIGIL MASTERS
Face-paced and engaging
Young Adult epic fantasy.
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
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Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
The Bardic Isles Series
A thought-provoking fantasy
where music is the magic!
Amazon
THE SHADOW MAN
Spooky Clever Romantic
YA paranormal murder mystery
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon
Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
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Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon