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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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THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
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LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
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Shetland Adventure 9-12
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50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
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A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon


ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon


The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
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Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon


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


The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
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The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes


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


More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith


The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon


The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon


❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon


If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon


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


The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
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Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon


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


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


ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'


VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon


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


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


Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon


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


WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon


Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
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THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon


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


JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon


Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
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The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
Amazon


Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon


Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol


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


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


Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor


ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
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OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray


LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon


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


LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon


There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon


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


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


The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
Amazon


One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon


Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon


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


Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
danawritesbooks


“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon


Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon


Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon





Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read


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


THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon


Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon