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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POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
The Other Side of Nowhere
A fast-paced page turner
southern gothic horror
by Jack Holt
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
THE PHILOSOPHER & THE ASSASSIN
campus novel, moral
philosophy, and murder mystery
Amazon
MILLIE'S RAINBOW
Beautiful picture book.
Kindness and rainbows.
by Hilary Hawkes
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
Publishing Questions?
Find easy to understand
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
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon