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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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TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon


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


Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon


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


The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes


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


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


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


THE PHILOSOPHER & THE ASSASSIN
campus novel, moral
philosophy, and murder mystery
Amazon


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


BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read


My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon


INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon


Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads


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


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


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


REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon


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


SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon


A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis


Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon


Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon


HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon


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


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


The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon


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


Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books


Thar She Blows
Brian got swallowed by
a whale. Mom’ll be mad.
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The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes


TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader


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


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


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


Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon


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


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


FIELDS OF PROSPERIS
"Bingeable space opera, best
complex villains"-ARK Watson
Amazon


The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon


Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford


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


DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon


Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon


THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read


THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon


Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon


A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon


LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon


AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk


Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor


Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon


Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon


Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com





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


THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon


Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford


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