Winners 2013
Below is a list of the 2013 WINNERS 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.
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)
If you happen to be looking for a good read, the readers at The Wishing Shelf Awards thoroughly recommend the following:
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Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
ReadHowYouWant
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
Amazon
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
MILLIE'S RAINBOW
Beautiful picture book.
Kindness and rainbows.
by Hilary Hawkes
































































































































































































