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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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ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
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REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon


WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon


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


The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
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THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
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Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon


WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate


The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon


Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon


If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon


Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon


The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
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Irish Famine Novel
My novel Hungry Trails
celebrates family resilience
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Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
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THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
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Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
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Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon


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


Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon


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


MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
lulu.com


The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon


Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
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The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes


Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon


THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams


It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon


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Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
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Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon


Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon


DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster


From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor


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


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


The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon


I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon


MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon


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


The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
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Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon


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


TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon


Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon


Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon


The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes


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


Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon


101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon


Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon


Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon


Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon


CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon





Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
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There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon


MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
lulu.com


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