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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The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
The Other Side of Nowhere
A fast-paced page turner
southern gothic horror
by Jack Holt
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com
MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
lulu.com
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon