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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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Hanna’s Ascent
A lyrical story of transgender
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Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
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Amazon/Audible


MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon


Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service


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


Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read


Wild Atlantic Way Anthology
Characters along Ireland’s
Majestic Coast
Amazon


A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon


CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey


Harmony Dances On
Helping children navigate the
journey through grief
Amazon


Selfish Shellfish & Sick Sea
An environmental gem for the
age. Get your copy at:
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CHARLES DARWIN...
An entertaining learning
resource for curious kids.
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Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read


Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon


I FEEL YOUR STARE
An Autobiography by Cheryl
Gillespie - Book Award Winner!
Amazon


LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon


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


The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble


LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
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Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon


Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon


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


Me Here Without You Now
A love story AFTER
the love story
Amazon/Apple


Portraits of a Pandemic
The story of how a microscopic
virus changed our lives.
Amazon


The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon


Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon


Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
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In Other Words, Poetic Journey
Explore life through the eyes
of a tireless wanderer
Amazon


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


THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon


Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon


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


HEALER'S BLADE
Can a young woman change
the fate of England?
StoryOrigin


FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
Amazon


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


Me and My Shadow
Honest reflection how cancer
took a boy to death’s door.
Amazon


BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon


The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon


Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon


The Ghosts of Nothing
The town of Nothing is haunted
...and fairies are to blame.
Amazon


Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
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BEHIND THE PICKLE JAR
A fun, relatable,
emotionally powerful read!
Amazon


Into the BeanStalk
Corrupt megacity, broken world
A girl hiding from her past
Amazon


Wild Asses of Mojave Desert
“Funny & tender, moving &
poetic" Recommended US Review
books2read.com


Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
books2read.com


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


Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read


PARIS BLUE, first love memoir
Classical music and first love
in the magical city of Paris
www.mybook.to


Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon


Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon


Writing in a Nutshell
Writing Workshops to
Improve Your Craft
Amazon


REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon


Comfort in the Wings
A woman’s inspiring quest for
comfort and joy after grief
Amazon


Day & Night
A behind the scenes tour
and evening immersion!
Amazon





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


Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon


Look 'N Up Invasion
Celebrate diversity by
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Perfect Middle Grade Series
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Amazon