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 Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
SIN EATER
A unique, funny, and
emotional novel for YA
Amazon
THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
Amazon
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
SIN EATER
A girl with the power to
erase ANY bad memory!
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
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answers, top tips & more.
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MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
SO YOU WANT TO BE A DOCTOR
Race the clock to save
a life in the ER tonight
by Linda Soules
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette