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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CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
THE PHILOSOPHER & THE ASSASSIN
campus novel, moral
philosophy, and murder mystery
Amazon
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon