Finalists 2013
Below is a list of the 2013 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, 2014.
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:
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If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
THE PHILOSOPHER & THE ASSASSIN
campus novel, moral
philosophy, and murder mystery
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
SIN EATER
A girl with the power to
erase ANY bad memory!
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon