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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.

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If you happen to be looking for a good read, the readers at The Wishing Shelf Awards thoroughly recommend the following:

Maisie's Mountain by Lorna Murphy
Maisie's Mountain
Author: Lorna Murphy
Sir Stan the Bogeyman by Stacie Morrell
Sir Stan the Bogeyman
Author: Stacie Morrell

An Evening With Grandpa by Diana Matlin
An Evening With Grandpa
Author: Diana Matlin
Jasper's Hollow by Janet Annan
Jasper's Hollow
Author: Janet Annan
The Insect Hotel by David Stringer
The Insect Hotel
Author: David Stringer

Ally N. Invasion SPACE SPY by Steve Lill
Ally N. Invasion SPACE SPY
Author: Steve Lill
Believing in Horses by Valerie Ormond
Believing in Horses
Author: Valerie Ormond
Curse of the Scarab by H Y Hanna
Curse of the Scarab
Author: H Y Hanna
Frank Zoo and the Wannabe by Sue Hampton
Frank Zoo and the Wannabe
Author: Sue Hampton
Iron Knights by Robin Bennett
Iron Knights
Author: Robin Bennett
No Buts Becky! by José Patterson
No Buts Becky!
Author: José Patterson
Professor Kompressor Under Cover by Nils Andersson
Professor Kompressor Under Cover
Author: Nils Andersson
Return to Cardamom Book Two by Julie Anne Grasso
Return to Cardamom Book Two
Author: Julie Anne Grasso
Sir Kaye Book 1 by Don M Winn
Sir Kaye Book 1
Author: Don M Winn
The Assembly Room by Bryony Allen
The Assembly Room
Author: Bryony Allen
The Hackers of Oz by Tom Mula
The Hackers of Oz
Author: Tom Mula

Akinyi by Richard Wood
Akinyi
Author: Richard Wood
Arteess Conflict by James Starling
Arteess Conflict
Author: James Starling
Children of the Knight by Michael J Bowler
Children of the Knight
Author: Michael J Bowler
Napoleon Xylophone by Frank Lambert
Napoleon Xylophone
Author: Frank Lambert
Starstruck by Brenda Hiatt
Starstruck
Author: Brenda Hiatt
The Skipper's Child by Valerie Poore
The Skipper's Child
Author: Valerie Poore
The Ultimate Inferior Beings by Mark Roman
The Ultimate Inferior Beings
Author: Mark Roman
You and Me against the World by Raymond Esposito
You and Me against the World
Author: Raymond Esposito

A Little Book of Pleasures by William Wood
A Little Book of Pleasures
Author: William Wood
Angel War by Philip Dodd
Angel War
Author: Philip Dodd
Bookworm by Christopher Nuttall
Bookworm
Author: Christopher Nuttall
Bridge to Nowhere A Miz Mike Novel by Stephanie Parker McKean
Bridge to Nowhere A Miz Mike Novel
Author: Stephanie Parker McKean
Fire and Water by Betsy Graziani Fasbinder
Fire and Water
Author: Betsy Graziani Fasbinder
Flying With Kites by Alan Reynolds
Flying With Kites
Author: Alan Reynolds
LadyBird Fly by Tessa Lorant Warburg
LadyBird Fly
Author: Tessa Lorant Warburg
Ringturn by John C Mawson
Ringturn
Author: John C Mawson
The Goa File Argentina 1945-1983 by James Skinner
The Goa File Argentina 1945-1983
Author: James Skinner
The Hole Opportunity by J. Minter
The Hole Opportunity
Author: J. Minter

Spinach Soup For the Walls by Lynne Harkes
Spinach Soup For the Walls
Author: Lynne Harkes
Sudoku for Christmas by J S Holloway
Sudoku for Christmas
Author: J S Holloway
The Church of Tango: A Memoir by Cherie Magnus
The Church of Tango: A Memoir
Author: Cherie Magnus
The Perfect Pair The Enchanted Mirror by David C Holroyd & Tracy J Holroyd
The Perfect Pair The Enchanted Mirror
Author: David C Holroyd & Tracy J Holroyd


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POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo


CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon


OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray


Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon


THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon


From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor


The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon


ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon


Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read


The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com


Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon


Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok


The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari


THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon


Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon


THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read


Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon


A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon


The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank


Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon


DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster


Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon


ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress


CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon


DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon


THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon


The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon


The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon


THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon


THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon


Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon


Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
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Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon


Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon


Sam & Me & the Hard Pear Tree
A personal account of
a mother’s ultimate loss
Amazon


Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books


Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon


POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo


Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read


LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon


Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com


Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon


THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens


DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon


Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon


Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon


The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds


ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'


THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read


THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon


The Fungus Among Us
Encourage children to explore
and connect to nature
Amazon


A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon


Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press


Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon


101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon





HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon


LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon


The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon


Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok