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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THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
FIREWORKS
Anthology of quirky, cosy
fantasy and sci-fi tales
by Paul Olding
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
The Word Gobblers
A handbook for parents with
children struggling to read
by Catherine Matthias
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
lulu.com
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
The Bardic Isles Series
A thought-provoking fantasy
where music is the magic!
Amazon
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
F. Scott Service
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
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
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
Tree Singer
Direct, engaging YA quest with
a delightful focus on family
by Jacci Turner
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
Publishing Questions?
Find easy to understand
answers, top tips & more.
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SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
Why Alaska?
An immigrant's tale in
the last frontier of America
The State I Came To Love
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
AMAZING WORLD BENEATH THE
WAVES Satisfy your curiosity
about oceans
www.barnettauthor.co.uk
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
www.cloudshillpress.com
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon