Finalists 2015
Below is a list of the 2015 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, .
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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:
Free Yourself from Workplace Bullying: Become Bully-Proof and Regain Control of Your Life
Author: Aryanne Oade
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From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
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ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
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KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Steve's 2 other personalities
wreak havoc all around him
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
The Jumperell
A mysterious Jumperell
and a clever frog
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
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THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
Amazon
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
Irish Famine Novel
My novel Hungry Trails
celebrates family resilience
Amazon
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
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A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
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The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
The Word Gobblers
A handbook for parents with
children struggling to read
by Catherine Matthias
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