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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MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
EVERKNIGHT
A Heroic Journey of
Uncompromising Honor
Amazon
Love in the Cupboard
A sweet, clean Catholic Priest
seeks a wife rom-com
Amazon
THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
Starr of the Show
SEL shows a new squad how to
shine. MG Reader/School Issues
shinyfriendssupersquad.com
Children of the Realm
Girl finds mythical origins
in YA urban fantasy
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
The Putaway Monster
A delightful mystery to
solve as toys disappear.
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
Day & Night
A behind the scenes tour
and evening immersion!
Amazon
PWF for Women 40+
Paranormal Women's Fiction -
NEW SERIES!
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Secrets of The Sealed Forest
Magic awakens in this
modern fantasy adventure.
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
Top Psychological Thriller
Two couples befriend each
other with tragic consequences
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
PICTURE THE ALPHABET
Find over 150 objects, learn
letters & build vocabulary.
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
THE GRAVITY OF LIES
WHAT IF YOUR WHOLE LIFE
WAS BASED ON LIES?
Amazon
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
Children Who Dance in the Rain
A children's book about
gratitude and self-discovery.
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Social Media & Mental Health
‘’Empower your child to be
safe in the digital world’’
Amazon
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
SeaMouse Builds a Boat
Mouse must find EVERYTHING he
needs to BUILD his boat.
Amazon
The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
Pumpkin King Saves Christmas
How Santa became jolly with
the help of the Pumpkin King.
Amazon
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
Hanna’s Ascent
A lyrical story of transgender
history and triumph
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My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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“Later,†Said Gator
Encourage kids to clean up
in a positive, fun way!
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
Wild Asses of Mojave Desert
“Funny & tender, moving &
poetic" Recommended US Review
books2read.com
SONG FOR MY FATHER
"A gripping drama...a FINALIST
and highly recommended." TWSA
Amazon
HEALER'S BLADE
Can a young woman change
the fate of England?
StoryOrigin