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
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The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
There's a Duck in the House
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Amazon
Nick and the Golden Apple
Familiar, unexpected,
engaging from the beginning.
Amazon
The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
The Artificial Elephant
Ghosts. Love. Winter.
Hope. Fantasy / SF stories.
Stories of loss, magic, & hope
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
Systems Thinking Cybersecurity
Simple rules to think
better about cybersecurity
by Michael Collins
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
Moonshot - Rocket Dreams
Great for YA who dream
of rockets and space!
Amazon
Pause... and Effect
A sun-kissed journey through
menopause and beyond.
Amazon
SIN EATER
A unique, funny, and
emotional novel for YA
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
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THE SANDS OF DEE
A moving WW2 evacuee
adventure for Middle Grade.
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
FIELDS OF PROSPERIS
"Bingeable space opera, best
complex villains"-ARK Watson
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
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Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
RAVEN'S GRAVE Charlotte Stuart
Betrayal and death in
an Alaskan Tlingit village.
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Nick and the First Alphabet
Growing up, new powers,
friends, and adventures.
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
MILLIE'S RAINBOW
Beautiful picture book.
Kindness and rainbows.
by Hilary Hawkes
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
GIRARD'S JOURNEY
A SNAIL'S TALE
A heartwarming tale
of finding where you belong
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert