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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Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
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TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
A Wild Ride
A magical horse, a daring
cowgirl, a wild rodeo mystery!
by Niki Danforth
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
Bright Stars Surround Us
Love, Adventure, and
Romance Across the Galaxy
by Mary Connaughty-Sullivan
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
THE SHADOW MAN
Spooky Clever Romantic
YA paranormal murder mystery
Amazon
FIELDS OF PROSPERIS
"Bingeable space opera, best
complex villains"-ARK Watson
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ARCHITECT
Dream up towers and
make them stand for good
by Linda Soules
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
The Cup of Christ Trilogy
Epic mystical thriller across
centuries! A must!!!
by Jack Holt
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
MADRA RISING
Dragon YA Fantasy
written by teens for teens
Amazon
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
MORAL FIBRE
A Lancaster skipper, his crew
and the woman he loves.
by Helena P. Schrader PhD
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
THE NIGHT OWL SINGS AND...
Shifting heartbreaks and
delights of our aging years
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
One Year, One Night, 2nd Ed.
A beautiful story set in an
English village during WWII.
Amazon
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon
RED CHAIR PRESS
Titles in Dyslexic and
/or Large Print editions
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