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, .
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:
Free Yourself from Workplace Bullying: Become Bully-Proof and Regain Control of Your Life
Author: Aryanne Oade
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
SIN EATER
A girl with the power to
erase ANY bad memory!
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
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A lyrical, heartbreaking,
hilarious novel about family.
Amazon
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
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
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
THE WELL
A cleverly plotted YA fantasy
packed full of suspense.
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
ReadHowYouWant
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
1066 WHAT FATES IMPOSE
An epic struggle for
the English Crown
by G. K. Holloway
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter