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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 AND THE BRIGHTON
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THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
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MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
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Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
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TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
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The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
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MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
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The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
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Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
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From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor


ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
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Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
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101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
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Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
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GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
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THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
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THE GRAVITY OF LIES
WHAT IF YOUR WHOLE LIFE
WAS BASED ON LIES?
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The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
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SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
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Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
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The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank


FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
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CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
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The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds


Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
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THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
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Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
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VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
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Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
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BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
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A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis


THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace


The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
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The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
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ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley


The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
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RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
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The Devil has Spoken
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THE PORTAL KEEPER
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No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford


Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
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LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
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WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
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DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
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The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
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THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
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The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
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The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
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Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
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CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
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REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
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THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
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The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari


Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
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THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
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The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
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