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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OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
blogaboutl
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
SIN EATER
A unique, funny, and
emotional novel for YA
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
SOUTH KOREA
Where old traditions and
modern change collide.
by John Gonzalez
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
THE WORD GOBBLERS
A handbook for parents whose
children struggle to read
by Catherine Matthias
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Publishing Questions?
Find easy to understand
answers, top tips & more.
oldmatemedia
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
Tree Singer
Direct, engaging YA quest with
a delightful focus on family
by Jacci Turner
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
36
A lyrical, heartbreaking,
hilarious novel about family.
Amazon
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
The Bardic Isles Series
A thought-provoking fantasy
where music is the magic!
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon