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 Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
1066 WHAT FATES IMPOSE
An epic struggle for
the English Crown
by G. K. Holloway
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
SIN EATER
A girl with the power to
erase ANY bad memory!
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
The Bardic Isles Series
A thought-provoking fantasy
where music is the magic!
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
MADRA RISING
Dragon YA Fantasy
written by teens for teens
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
The Scrivener's Apprentice
Words have power.
Especially hers.
Amazon
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
36
A lyrical, heartbreaking,
hilarious novel about family.
Amazon
Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
blogaboutl
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
THE SANDS OF DEE
A moving WW2 evacuee
adventure for Middle Grade.
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read