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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SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
www.cloudshillpress.com
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
LITERARY ECHOES
Sharp analyses of the
world's great short stories
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
Sam & Me & the Hard Pear Tree
A personal account of
a mother’s ultimate loss
Amazon
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
THE SANDS OF DEE
A moving WW2 evacuee
adventure for Middle Grade.
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
THE SIGIL MASTERS
Face-paced and engaging
Young Adult epic fantasy.
Amazon
Terracolina: A Place to Belong
Adventure for 9–13 yr olds
with twists, turns & suspense.
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams