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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From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
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A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
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A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
Amazon