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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POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
Sam & Me & the Hard Pear Tree
A personal account of
a mother’s ultimate loss
Amazon
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
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
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok