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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REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
ADAMS MORGAN FUGUE
a novel
A neighborhood love story
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
danawritesbooks
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
The Other Side of Nowhere
A fast-paced page turner
southern gothic horror
by Jack Holt
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
THE SHADOW MAN
Spooky Clever Romantic
YA paranormal murder mystery
Amazon
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon
The Scrivener's Apprentice
Words have power.
Especially hers.
Amazon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
REMEMBER THIS
Award-Winning
Spiritual Masterpiece
Truly life changing!
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
MADRA RISING
Dragon YA Fantasy
written by teens for teens
Amazon
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
ReadHowYouWant
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
THE WELL
A cleverly plotted YA fantasy
packed full of suspense.
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler