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.
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- 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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One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
Me and My Shadow
Honest reflection how cancer
took a boy to death’s door.
Amazon
Tales of Witches and Wyverns
Join Enid’s quest to save
friends from a fae queen
Amazon
The Ghosts of Nothing
The town of Nothing is haunted
...and fairies are to blame.
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
Social Media & Mental Health
‘’Empower your child to be
safe in the digital world’’
Amazon
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
Master of Music - Marla Himeda
Book 1 of a unique,
inspirational fantasy series!
Amazon
The Puppet Maker's Daughter
Marika protects her family &
orphaned children from Nazis.
Amazon
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
Children Who Dance in the Rain
A children's book about
gratitude and self-discovery.
Amazon
GRAVE SECRETS-Cassandra Aston
The dark fantasy you've
been waiting for
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
A Trip From God, Book 1
NEW gods NEW religion NEW
prophet NEW order OLD insanity
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
The Fungus Among Us
Encourage children to explore
and connect to nature
Amazon
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Life with psychopathic brother
A quirky philosophical novel
about forgiveness.
linnaspen.com
TOUCH
Gritty coming-of-age
fiction with a purpose
Amazon
Wild Atlantic Way Anthology
Characters along Ireland’s
Majestic Coast
Amazon
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
The Lost Heir Book 1 and 2
Mash Princess Bride
+ dash of GOT
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
A NATION is on the brink...
Only 1 woman can stop it
Amazon
Irish Famine Novel
My novel Hungry Trails
celebrates family resilience
Amazon
Ruby the Emotional Stingray
Handling emotions for kids.
BEDTIME STORY
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Steve's 2 other personalities
wreak havoc all around him
Amazon
The Lost Heir Book 1 and 2
Mash Princess Bride
+ dash of GOT
Amazon
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
MORATURI LOST
Ship lost in Andromeda:
The vet is now Captain!
Amazon
I FEEL YOUR STARE
An Autobiography
BOOK AWARD WINNER!
Amazon
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
SeaMouse Builds a Boat
Mouse must find EVERYTHING he
needs to BUILD his boat.
Amazon
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Hanna’s Ascent
A lyrical story of transgender
history and triumph
www.bedazzledink.com
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
PWF for Women 40+
Paranormal Women's Fiction -
NEW SERIES!
books2read.com
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
Comfort in the Wings
A woman’s inspiring quest for
comfort and joy after grief
Amazon
Changing Tide
A Thrilling First
Contact Novel
www.cougarproductions.com
THREE DETAIL STORIES audiobks
Where storytime is an
adventure designed by kids
threedetailaudiobooks
Writing in a Nutshell
Writing Workshops to
Improve Your Craft
Amazon
THE SELFISH SHELLFISH & THE
SICK SEA an environmental gem
for the age. GET A COPY AT:
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A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon