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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Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
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HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon
The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
THE SIGIL MASTERS
Face-paced and engaging
Young Adult epic fantasy.
Amazon
BELIEVING IN HORSES
Ride away with the
Believing in Horses books!
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
F. Scott Service
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Steve's 2 other personalities
wreak havoc all around him
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
Then We'll Say Goodnight
How would you get your
unruly puppies back to bed?
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
TEMPEST AND THE BRIGHTON
TREASURE - A middle-grade
adventure children will love!
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
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Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
The Other Side of Nowhere
A fast-paced page turner
southern gothic horror
by Jack Holt