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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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THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
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The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
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The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
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Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
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Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
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DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
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INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
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THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
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A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
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VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
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The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
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Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
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The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
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Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell


Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
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The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
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THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
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ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
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The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
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A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
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The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
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Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
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MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
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Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
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THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
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GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
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The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
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Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines


No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford


Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
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DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster


The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
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RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
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The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader


101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
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Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
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MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
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Lead the Competition
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Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
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ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
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Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
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Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
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KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
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JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
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Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford


Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
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HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
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Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
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DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
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Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
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The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
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Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
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BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
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The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
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The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
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