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
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LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
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Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
Shadow Apprentice
Fast-paced MG steampunk
with an intrepid girl mechanic
by Linda Browne
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
SO YOU WANT TO BE A DOCTOR
Race the clock to save
a life in the ER tonight
by Linda Soules
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
Where old traditions and
modern change collide.
by John Gonzalez
36
A lyrical, heartbreaking,
hilarious novel about family.
Amazon
SIN EATER
A unique, funny, and
emotional novel for YA
Amazon
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
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The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
The Word Gobblers
A handbook for parents with
children struggling to read
by Catherine Matthias
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
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TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
THE PHILOSOPHER & THE ASSASSIN
campus novel, moral
philosophy, and murder mystery
Amazon
MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
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The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
THE WELL
A cleverly plotted YA fantasy
packed full of suspense.
Amazon
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon