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 FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
Why Alaska?
An immigrant's tale in
the last frontier of America
The State I Came To Love
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
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Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
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Editors, Layout Designs
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Tree Singer
Direct, engaging YA quest with
a delightful focus on family
by Jacci Turner
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
FIELDS OF PROSPERIS
"Bingeable space opera, best
complex villains"-ARK Watson
Amazon
The Scrivener's Apprentice
Words have power.
Especially hers.
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
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Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
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Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
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THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
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Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Terracolina: A Place to Belong
Adventure for 9–13 yr olds
with twists, turns & suspense.
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
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