Finalists 2014
Below is a list of the 2014 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, 2015.
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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TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
THE GRAVITY OF LIES
WHAT IF YOUR WHOLE LIFE
WAS BASED ON LIES?
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
DOWN TO EARTH
Master the art of combining
logic with intuition
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
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
Fathom Publishing
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
Thar She Blows
Brian got swallowed by
a whale. Mom’ll be mad.
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DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
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Metaworx
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books