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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False Neutral
A story of choices made & not
made, & the collision of paths
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
RAIN FALLING ON EMBERS
A grieving, fish out of water
teen struggles to survive.
KatieMcCabeSeries.com
Children Who Dance in the Rain
A children's book about
gratitude and self-discovery.
Amazon
The Power of...
kindness, gratitude,
empathy & positivity
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Dislodged
“An LGBTQ+ thriller and a
tale for the working class…â€
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
THE REPROBATES
Do you remember suffering
from a death of the soul?
www.benjamingrose.co.uk
The Nephilem
A Sun-soaked setting
with a difference.
www.exquil.com
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
MATTER PRESS
Compressed fiction
with a bang
Matter Press
IT'S OKAY NOT TO BE FABULOUS
A guide to finding self-love
and achieving your destiny💙
Amazon
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Puppy Pals and Puppy Tales
Letters from the family
dog’s point of view, 5-9 yrs.
Amazon
Marlon and the Scary Something
Scaredy cat finds courage,
foils fear, wins friend
Amazon
A Voice from Heaven
Astounding secrets of life,
death, love and spirituality
wingsofpeacepress.com
Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
The Pivotal Pastor
A pastor and famous
architect transform a parish
Amazon
LADY APPRENTICE
"Love, fighting, mystery and
magic” BRAG Medallion
books2read.com
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
Writing in a Nutshell
Writing Workshops to
Improve Your Craft
Amazon
Literary Historical Fiction
Karma and horses drive one
family through 2500 Years.
Amazon
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Loss & healing through friend-
ship knitting and community.
Amazon
Social Media & Mental Health
‘’Empower your child to be
safe in the digital world’’
Amazon
BURT, THE AIRPORT CAT
Follow Burt, the black cat,
on a fun family adventure
Amazon
NUDGES FROM THE OTHER SIDE
Must-read for those who grieve
or curious about the afterlife
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
THE BOOK
Earth will be fine, humanity
is on track for annihilation!
Amazon
CLOUDY WITH CHANCE OF ANSWERS
"Crazy family. Endless cold
case. Then there's a clue!"
Amazon
An Enemy Like Me
A story not only of war but of
love & what we will do for it.
Amazon
Winds of Discontent
Gun running, investigative
reporter and Yvonne
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
The Boy and the Jaguar
A magical Mayan tale
for middle-grade readers.
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
EVERKNIGHT
A Heroic Journey of
Uncompromising Honor
Amazon
THE IMPROBABLE WONDERS OF
MOOJIE LITTLEMAN "Visionary,
magical, rich" -MC WEEKLY
Amazon
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
Thar She Blows
Brian got swallowed by
a whale. Mom’ll be mad.
www.books2read.com
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
The Woodsman
A 5* serial killer thriller
on Kindle and Unlimited
Amazon
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
I FEEL YOUR STARE
An Autobiography
BOOK AWARD WINNER!
Amazon
Of the Noble and Great Ones
Real fiction about an autistic
teen who figures out life
Amazon