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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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Anna and the Adders
A rhyming counting book
to get little ones learning
Amazon


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


Captain Polo Saving the Planet
"Eco-adventure comics
for middle graders"
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Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service


From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor


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


Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett


Inspirational Mindset Journey
This book, therapy by power of
fiction, can alter your life.
Amazon


THE BOOK
Earth will be fine, humanity
is on track for annihilation!
Amazon


“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon


Tales of Witches and Wyverns
Join Enid’s quest to save
friends from a fae queen
Amazon


DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon


I’m Going to Have a Sister
For new siblings teaching
patience & understanding
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A Cauldron of Uncanny Dreams
13 creepy award-winning
stories for a cold, dark night
Amazon


Marlon and the Scary Something
Scaredy cat finds courage,
foils fear, wins friend
Amazon


The Toad from Outer Space
A cautionary tale about a
toad-ily historic space flight
www.childrensfunnybooks.co.uk


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


The Putaway Monster
A delightful mystery to
solve as toys disappear.
Amazon


Nemesis Rising
"Survival comes with a cost
for Sam … his humanity."
Amazon


Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL


One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon


A Novel about Life...and death
Will a mom's superhuman
efforts save her family?
Amazon/Apple


Sibby's Secret
Heart-stopping adventure
for our detective Buccaneers
Amazon


Thar She Blows
Brian got swallowed by
a whale. Mom’ll be mad.
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Samurai's Gift Among Forest
A grieving child's journey
to healing her spirit.
books2read


Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts


Wild Asses of Mojave Desert
“Funny & tender, moving &
poetic" Recommended US Review
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Harmony Dances On
Helping children navigate the
journey through grief
Amazon


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


The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com


The Antunite Chronicles
An allegory for our time,
a thrillogy for all ages.
Amazon


Guiding Kids Through Anger
Parenting chaos
meets humor therapy
Amazon


Pumpkin King Saves Christmas
How Santa became jolly with
the help of the Pumpkin King.
Amazon


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


LIKE NO OTHER - Cry.
Laugh.
Think.
www.fontreal.com


Tilda Finds Her Rainbow
Journey of kindness, courage,
friendship and forgiveness
nicolaalewis.com


Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon


THE IMPROBABLE WONDERS OF
MOOJIE LITTLEMAN "Visionary,
magical, rich" -MC WEEKLY
Amazon


S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon


A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon


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


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The One Week Writing Workshop
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THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
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THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon


HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon


DON'T DOUBT THE RAINBOW series
Crime-busting teen
detective adventures!
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Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read


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


My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
blogaboutl


THE SELFISH SHELLFISH & THE
SICK SEA an environmental gem
for the age. GET A COPY AT:
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RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
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The Pivotal Pastor
A pastor and famous
architect transform a parish
Amazon


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





Pebbles and the Biggest Number
A butterfly’s quest to
find the largest number
Amazon


The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams


Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon


The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand