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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The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon
I FEEL YOUR STARE
An Autobiography
BOOK AWARD WINNER!
Amazon
The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
F. Scott Service
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
RAVEN'S GRAVE Charlotte Stuart
Betrayal and death in
an Alaskan Tlingit village.
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Changing Tide
A Thrilling First
Contact Novel
www.cougarproductions.com
Love in the Cupboard
A sweet, clean Catholic Priest
seeks a wife rom-com
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
Crossing Borders
American memoir on prospects
for peace in Palestine/Israel
christabruhn.com
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
Comfort in the Wings
A woman’s inspiring quest for
comfort and joy after grief
Amazon
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
THE BOOK
Earth will be fine, humanity
is on track for annihilation!
Amazon
Inspirational Mindset Journey
This book, therapy by power of
fiction, can alter your life.
Amazon
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
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The Toad from Outer Space
A cautionary tale about a
toad-ily historic space flight
www.childrensfunnybooks.co.uk
Selfish Shellfish & Sick Sea
An environmental gem for the
age. Get your copy at:
theprolificword.com
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
A Voice from Heaven
Astounding secrets of life,
death, love and spirituality
wingsofpeacepress.com
HUNGRY TRAILS
‘A…culturally rich family
chronicle.’ Kirkus Review
Amazon
A Vampire's Tooth Fairy Chase
A vampire with flat teeth
searches for the Tooth Fairy.
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon
Harmony Dances On
Helping children navigate the
journey through grief
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
Rainbow Cat and Mouse
How a hungry cat and a feisty
mouse become best friends
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
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
The Putaway Monster
A delightful mystery to
solve as toys disappear.
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
HEALER'S BLADE
Can a young woman change
the fate of England?
StoryOrigin
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
Irish Famine Novel
My novel Hungry Trails
celebrates family resilience
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
Ruby the Emotional Stingray
Handling emotions for kids.
BEDTIME STORY
Amazon
Guiding Kids Through Anger
Parenting chaos
meets humor therapy
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon